Endowed with breathtaking natural beauty, great architectural wonders, endless variety of attractions and indigenous people, Sydney makes for a dreamscape travel destination with something for any traveler. First-time visitors to Australia always choose Sydney as a base for their trip, as they know a wealth of adventure awaits there to be explored and experienced. No trip to Sydney is complete without experiencing the city’s most popular attractions – Sydney Opera House, Sydney’s harborside Taronga Zoo, Sydney Aquarium and Wild Life Sydney at Darling Harbor to name but a few, however, in today’s post we have introduced those attractions and activities that are out of the way but equally well worth to be experienced.
One more thing I would like to mention about this tourist spot is that Sydney is home to a wide range of hotels, from simple hotels to 5 star luxury hotels and everything in between, to suit any budget and need. If you are looking for a Sydney accommodation, make sure to check out AccorHotels – one of the world’s leading hotel operators present in 92 countries, including Australia with more than 4,400 hotels and some 530,000 rooms. Whether you plan your stay in the budget-friendly Macleay Lodge or in the luxurious Novotel Darling Harbor, one thing remains constant that Sydney promises great holidays, full of unforgettable memories. The city is easy to navigate and with a wide choice of transportation, wherever you choose to stay in Sydney, you’ll find it easy to make the most of your trip.
Tamarama Beach
Hidden from the tourist masses some 7 kilometers east of the Sydney business district, one can find the fabulous sun-kissed Tamarama Beach, surrounded by high cliffs and beautiful scenery. It’s true that holidaymakers and travelers flock to Bondi Beach, perhaps one of the most popular attractions in Sydney, but Tamarama’s warm, family-friendly atmosphere and great sands make it a nice spot for those, who avoid ‘fighting’ for a space on the sand.
Sydney Harbor Islands
Sydney Harbor acts as a gateway to the natural world. It is crammed with numerous amazing islands, including Fort Denison, Shark, Clark, Rodd, Goat and Cockatoo, which are amongst Sydney’s most popular natural attractions. Snapper Island is the smallest of the islands that was declared a public recreation reserve. Accessible by ferry or a kayak (by arrangement), these islands offer everything from natural and man-made sightseeing to activities to picnics and are an ideal way to spend a day out.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Another must-do activity in Sydney is to wander around in the awe-inspiring Royal Botanic Gardens, a huge park area east of Macquarie Street, filled with native and exotic flora (with over a million specimens, some of which planted by the newly arrived European colonists). The Gardens were first established in 1816 and soon became a major attraction in the city. They include the Sydney Tropical Center, a Herb Garden, The Fernery, a formal Rose Garden, Succulent Garden, the newly complete Oriental Garden and a section dedicated to Rare and Endangered Plants of the World. Admission is free to all features of the garden, except for the Tropical Center, which costs $3,.30 for adults, $8.80 for families and $2.20 for concession.
You can also indulge in vibrant shopping in the city’s many weekend markets, get cultured at a museum, be entertained by street performers and live music and enjoy a fine dining experience at any of the city’s great restaurants.
