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Sydney

The London Hotel, Balmain (Photo: J. Morgan/Tourism NSW) Balmain One of Sydney's oldest suburbs, now a vibrant and artistic community.

Bondi Icebergs Swimming Pool, Sydney. Bondi One of Sydney's most eclectic and exciting precincts.

Cultural activities in Cabramatta, Sydney Cabramatta An authentic slice of South-East Asian sights and tastes.

Strolling in Chinatown, Sydney Chinatown and Haymarket Asian streetlife with a bit of Spanish pizzaz.

An aerial view of Sydney's Central Business District City Centre A beautiful harbourside capital, with historic precincts and cosmopolitan style.

Family fun on Coogee Beach, Sydney Coogee and Randwick Classic Sydney surf scene popular with everyone

Bushwalking in Maianbar, Cronulla, Sydney Cronulla Coast Sydney's longest beach is just a ferry ride from the Royal National Park.

Darling Harbour, Sydney Darling Harbour A lively harbourside precinct that throbs with activity day and night.

Cafes on Victoria Street, Darlinghurst (Photo: Tony Yeates) Darlinghurst Boutiques and bookshops by day, bars and nightclubs by night.

Dee Bee's Café, Double Bay, Sydney Double Bay Fashion central and the playground of Sydney’s beautiful people.

Waterside strolls at the end of Glebe Point Road, Glebe, Sydney Glebe is one of Sydney's most vibrant alternative areas.

Explore the Hawkesbury River (Photo: P. Blackmore/Tourism NSW)Hawkesbury River A fascinating mix of natural attractions and a peaceful country ambience.

Tizzana Winery, Ebenezer, Hawkesbury Valley (Photo: P. Blackmore/Tourism NSW) Hawkesbury Valley The Hawkesbury River winds its way through a fertile valley.

Dining on Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf, Sydney (Photo: F. Quimby) Kings Cross and Woolloomooloo This lively entertainment area buzzes with nightclubs, bars and...

The Leichhardt Forum, Sydney Leichhardt Sydney's Little Italy, the place to go for all things Italian, from gelato to espresso.

St John's Anglican Church, Camden, Sydney Macarthur A vibrant, bustling area with country charm

Manly BeachManly 

Nestled between the harbour and a surf beach – a quintessential Sydney experience.

Bent Street, Fox Studios, Moore Park, Sydney Moore Park Major sports stadiums, entertainment venues and an expansive park.

Taronga Zoo, Sydney Mosman and Balmoral Beach Harbourside suburbs blessed with great cafes, shops and views

One of Newtown's many café spots on King Street, Sydney (R. Billington/Tourism NSW) Newtown Colourful, unconventional and gay-friendly with a strong arts culture, great shopping and dining.

Manly Walk, Sydney (H. Lund/Tourism NSW) Northern Beaches and Pittwater Peninsula with the Pacific Ocean on one side and Pittwater on the other

Shopping for the latest trends in Paddington, Sydney (J. Morgan/Tourism NSW) Paddington Stylish terraces, a great shopping precinct lined with cafés and restaurants.

St Johns Cathedral, Parramatta, Sydney (3stroke Photography/Tourism NSW) Parramatta Parramatta is a city of historic charm with a multicultural footprint.

Overlooking the Nepean River, Penrith precinct Penrith Valley An aquatic playground at the foothills of the Blue Mountains.

George IV Hotel in Picton, Sydney Picton and Surrounds All the charm and tranquillity of the country.

Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour (Photo: Hamilton Lund / Tourism NSW). Sydney Harbour and Islands All kinds of water craft jostle for a piece of the world's best harbour.

Biking around Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney. Sydney Olympic Park Home of the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games, major social and sporting venue.

Some architectural details in The Rocks, Sydney The Rocks and Circular Quay Historic harbourside area with shops, pubs and restaurants.



Tours for kids

There are some exciting tours that will inspire bright young minds while they learn about Sydney’s colourful history, its Aboriginal heritage and local sporting heroes. They’ll also be able to enjoy big city views, join behind-the –scenes at Sydney Airport and the Sydney Opera House.

Things to do

  • Learn about Sydney’s indigenous Aboriginal culture at the time of European settlement with an Aboriginal-guided tour of Cadi Jam Ora. This fascinating display in the Royal Botanic Gardens features food and medicinal plants used by local Aboriginal people.
  • See the guns that once defended Sydney on a guided tour of Manly’s North Fort and the Royal Australian Artillery Museum. Explore over 350 metres of underground tunnels, see uniforms, regimental badges and ammunition.
  • Take an evening ghost tour at Manly’s Quarantine Station where immigrants who arrived on vessels with contagious diseases were once isolated. Lots of spooky stories, told by lantern light.
  • Get the gruesome inside story on a piece of Sydney’s history with a tour of Fort Denison, right in the middle of Sydney Harbour. Tours of the tiny, fortified harbour island are offered by National Parks and Wildlife Service.
  • Take a backstage tour of Sydney Airport with an Airside Tarmac Tour, a 90-minute bus tour of runways, hangars and terminals with an in-depth commentary.
  • Explore the mangroves and secluded waterways of the Royal National Park with Cronulla Cruises.
  • Admire the view from outside Sydney Tower on a Skywalk tour. Suited skywalkers tread on a glass-floored walkway with heart-stopping views from 250 metres above the city. For children over 10.
  • Get a sporting star’s view of the Sydney Cricket Ground with the SCG Tour Experience or take an interactive tour that follows in the footsteps of Olympic Champions at Sydney Olympic Park.
  • See inside the sails of the world famous Sydney Opera House. Guided one-hour tours depart at frequent intervals. For a behind-the-scenes tour take the Backstage Tour.
  • Head for the summit of the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge on a BridgeClimb – if you’re over 10 and can find an adult who dares to accompany you.

Don’t miss

 

Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour

Sydney for Kids


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