Sydney

Opera House & Harbour Bridge

No trip to Sydney would be complete without paying a visit to the famous Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Whether it is simply to marvel at their architectural brilliance or to attend an unforgettable show within one of the Opera House’s many performance spaces, these national icons are a must.

Beaches & Coastal Walks

Perhaps the most famous of all Australian beaches is Bondi, a picture-perfect slice of blue and gold on the east coast. Big and beautiful, it seems to be bathed in a permanent state of sunshine. Bondi isn’t the only phenomenal beach attraction in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. From Watsons Bay down to Cronulla there are plenty of unique beaches with vibrant coastal communities.

The Northern Beaches are home to some of Sydney’s best surf beaches, with pleasant neighbourhoods surrounded by pristine a natural environment and wildlife. The Manly to Spit coastal trek is a great way to see a different side of Sydney, taking you past sandy coves and secret beaches on a scenic walk. Venturing further out of the city, you will find the yachting haven of Pittwater.

Shopping

Options for retail therapy are seemingly endless in this city but a good starting point is Oxford Street, the main drag through Darlinghurst and Paddington. Glenmore is home to a dizzying array of big-name local designers, while Crown Street is the place to head for vintage treasures. To pick-up authentically Australian beachwear Campbell Parade in Bondi is the place to head, while for the best in local and international designers the Queen Victoria Building is first-class.

Pampering

For some quiet indulgence, Sydney is certainly well-endowed with luxury day spas. The five-star Langham Hotel is also home to an excellent Day Spa with la Prairie treatments where visitors are treated to a blend of ancient therapies and signature treatments.

Cruising Grounds

Enjoy a brilliant day’s sailing around the spectacular harbour, taking in all the iconic sights as well as the striking waterfront mansions, natural islands and national parks that scatter the waterfront.

Hunter Valley

For an escape from the city, the stunning Hunter Valley is the perfect place to charter a short plane flight. As the state’s finest wine-growing region, the wine tours and tasting sessions are guaranteed to impress.

Koala Park Sanctuary

A wonderful place to see native Australian wildlife in natural surroundings is the Koala Park Sanctuary. Everything from koalas, wombats, dingoes, kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds can be seen in this intriguing wildlife park.

Fine Dining

Sydney is one of the world’s best cities for fine dining. No matter where you are in the city, there are always amazing dining experiences. In the inner west suburbs, Sixpenny and Oscillate Wildly are two creative restaurants with distinctive character. For exquisite food with a view, Icebergs Dining Room and Bar overlooks Bondi while the iconic Quay restaurant has sweeping views of the Harbour Bridge from The Rocks. From local specialities to classic Italian restaurants and exciting Japanese-style dining, Sydney has it all.