Spectacular Sydney Attractions
Known for its spectacular waterways, beautiful beaches and awesome summer temperatures, the Sydney attractions attract tourists from all over the world. When the winter strikes the city, you can indulge in a number of indoor activities and attractions that could not be covered in the summer months.
City Overview
The city of Sydney is an epitome of the sun-cliche, sand and surf that Australia is well known for. The city is adorned with sandstone headlands and golden beaches. The city provides the ultimate joy and adventure in outdoor living. Sydney is perhaps the oldest and the largest city of Australia and is perfect for business as well as art. The cerebral pursuits will get their desires fulfilled with the museums, concert venues, galleries and theatres.
Places which you must see
• The Akuna Bay is a well secluded bay, where you can hire a houseboat and float into the Pacific. Incase of seasickness, you could camp around the bay. It is one of the prominent Sydney attractions.
• The best place for the fishing freaks is the Batemans Bay, which is a perfect family spot too.
• The walk from Bondi to Cooge is perhaps one of the best walks you can ever have all your life. The path goes across the cliff and coasts.
• The Jenolan Caves, which are the oldest discovered caves in the world, have in them natural stalagmite and calcite formation.
• There is also the Kangaroo Valley which provides great camping opportunities. It has the most amazing wildlife and some of the most spectacular wineries.
• The Nelson Bay is ideal for adventure sports.
• There are enchanting wood cabins asking to be explored alongside the Tumut River.
Things which you must do
• You must visit the Sydney Opera House, which is a UNESCO World heritage site. The opera is an entertainment centre comprising of six venues and is one of the most renowned Sydney attractions.
• The Sydney Harbor Bridge Climb vastly spreads across the south shores to the north. You will also get to camp out in the nearby zoos.
• The Taronga Zoo is abundant in Australian wildlife ranging from the Tasmanian devil to the Platypus.
• Go to the Darling Harbors, which has a vibrant mix of clubs, bars and entertainment options.
• The Royal Botanical Gardens are spread over 30 acres of land and are open for public visits.
Shopping and Sports in the city
There are big departmental stores as well as shopping centers that are closely located to one another. The Queen Victoria Building Shopping Center, the Strand Arcade and the Skygarden are amazing shopping centers. Talking of sports, Sydney is a land of adventure of sports, which indulges you in forest swings, jet fighter rides and riding seaplanes.
How to Spend Night Life
Sydney houses a number of trendy and posh wine bars, cafes and noisy night clubs. A number of world class comedians and bands perform at the night bars.
Famous festivals
The festivals in Sydney include the Hobart Comedy festival, the Sydney Festival, the Tour Down Under, the Adelaide Film Festival, the Launceston Cup Carnival, the National Multicultural Festival at Canberra. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the popular Sydney attractions.