48 Places to Visit in Sydney

48 Places to Visit in SYDNEY

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SYDNEY is the Largest and Famous City in Australia. It is one of the beautiful cities in the World. Temperature is moderate through out the year and hence can be visited any time of the year. Tourists can enjoy the Aboriginal Culture, Arts & Culture, Adventure Sport, Beach Lifestyle, Drives & Road Trips, Family Holidays, Fashion & Shopping, Food & Wine, Luxury Experiences and Nature & Parks. There are over 100 beaches, Museums, Forts, Palaces, Harbour, Churches, Historical Buildings, World Heritage Sites, Cathedrals, Parks, Water Parks, Amusement Park, Cinemas, Restaurants, Pubs, Wild Life and many more exciting places to explore. Major Celebrations happen during the following festivals in Sydney like Australian Beer Festival during the month of October every year, Biennale of Sydney - an Arts Festival every two years, Bring it On! - Music, Sports & Arts Festival during the month of April every year, Darling Harbour Fiesta - the Music, Dance, Food & Culture Festival in the month of October, Festival of Dangerous Ideas, Festival of Winds a Kite Flying & Martial Arts Festival in the month of September, Electro House Music, The Future Music Festival at Randwick, Apple Theme Granny Smith Festival during October, The Good Dog an International Film Festival, Holi Mahotsav at Darling Harbour, Ignite Film Festival about Christian Short Films, Malaysia Festival - a Malaysian Cultural Festival at Pyrmont, Newton's Festival in the month of November, Food & Wine Root Stock Festival in the month of November, Electronic & Music Stereosonic Festival, Christmas Day Music Festival, Children's Festival at First Fleet Park in the month of March, Annual Chinese New Year Festival, Comedy Festival during April or May, Craft Beer Week Festival, Fringe Festival on Arts & Culture and Outdoor Lighting Vivid Sydney Festival from May to June. 

How to Reach Sydney? 

Kings Ford Smith Airport or Sydney Airport is an International Airport located on the southern part of the city. It is the busiest Airport in Australia. This airport is the Hub for Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Regional Express Airlines, Virgin Australia and Tigerair Australia. Flights to almost all domestic and major International destinations are available. To move in and around the city, there are plenty of options to travel at your ease like Trains, NSW Train Link, Buses, Airport Link, Light Rail, Harbour City Ferries and Taxis. 

48 Tourist Destinations in Sydney: 

Must See 48 Picnic Locations in Sydney are Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach, Taronga Zoo, Royal Botanic Garden, Port Jackson, Sea Life Aquarium, The Rocks, Hyde Park, Luna Park, Featherdale Wildlife Park, Wild Life Sydney, Museum of Contemporary Art , Australian National Maritime Museum, Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Olympic Park, St Mary's Cathedral, Powerhouse Museum, The Star Casino, Manly Sea Life Sanctuary, Hyde Park Barracks, Botany Bay, The Domain Opera & Garden, Kamay Botany Bay National Park, North Bondi Beach, Museum of Sydney, Wet n Wild Water Park, Observatory, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, The Rocks Discovery Museum, White Rabbit Gallery, Jewish Museum, Sydney Mint Old Coin Factory, Iconic Tower Building, Royal National Park, Circular Quay, Manly Beach, Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park, Central Business District Bustling Centre, Chinese Garden of Friendship, Paddy's Market, Sculpture by the Sea, Lane Cove National Park, Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk, Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour National Park and Bronte Beach.

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE is one of the Iconic and Distinctive Building in the World. There are several venues and facilities available in this historic building. Concert Hall with the seating capacity of 2,679 seats, is the home for Symphony Orchestra. With 1,505 seating capacity, The Joan Sutherland Theatre, is a Proscenium Theatre and it is the Home for Opera Australia and Australian Ballet. Drama Theatre, which can accommodate 544 members, is used by the Sydney Theatre Company and other Dance Performance. An End Stage Theatre, the Play House has the seating capacity of 398. There is a Studio which can accommodate 280 to 400 members. Other facilities include the Recording Studio and Outdoor Fore Court a Flexible Open Air Venue. 

THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE, the Spanning Arch Bridge, was inaugurated on 19th March 1932. Total length of the Harbour Bridge is 3,770 feet. Its Width and Height are 160 feet and 440 feet respectively. This bridge is one of the iconic attractions among the visiting tourists. It is World's 6th Longest Spanning Arch Bridge. The Arch of the bridge contains 28 panel arch trusses. Out of total 8 lanes, the 3rd, 4th and 5th lanes are reversible. Pedestrian Foot Way is available for walkers and on the western side of the bridge, there is a special lane for Cyclists. 

DARLING HARBOUR is located in the centre of the City. Attractions in Darling Harbour are Harbour Side Shopping Centre, Cockle Bay Wharf, Paddy's Markets, Chinese Garden of Friendship, Tumbalong Park, Darling Quarter Playground, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Australian National Maritime Museum, The Star Casino & Entertainment Complex, The Darling Hotel & Spa, Powerhouse Museum, Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, Wildlife World, Aboriginal Centre and International Convention Centre. The nearest railway station is Town Hall. 

BONDI BEACH is one of the Popular Beaches in this tourist destination city. Swimming is allowed in Bondi Beach and the areas for swimming are clearly defined with Yellow and Red Flags. Swimmers are advised to swim between those flags. Underwater Shark Net is available and hence swimmers can swim without any fear. In the year 2008, Bondi Beach was added in the list of Australian National Heritage Sites. Frequently, National Rugby League competition takes place here. World's First Surf Life Saving Club is Bondi's Surf Bather's Life Saving Club. Other attractions are Bondi Iceberg Swimming Club and Bondi Skate Park. Many Festivals and Events are celebrated here with great enthusiasm. 

THE TARONGA ZOO is situated on the Harbor's Shores, Mosman. Taronga Zoo was opened for public on 7th October 1916. The 69 acre Taronga Zoo is divided in to 8 Geographic Regions with around 4,000 animals of over 345 species. Facilities like Shop, Cafe and Information Centre are available to serve the visitors. Attractions of Taronga are Wild Australia, Moore Park Aviary, Serpentaria, South American Aviaries, African Waterhole, Chimpanzee Park, Gorilla Forest, Lemur Forest Adventure, Orangutan Walk, Wild Asia, Big Cats, Dog Row, Bear Canyon, Giant Tortoises and Alligators. 

THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN is the most visited Botanical Garden located in Mrs Macquaries Road. The 74 acre Royal Botanical Garden was opened in the year 1816. It is one of the best locations in the city to enjoy the spectacular views and ideal place to take photographs. Visitors to this garden can enjoy the short walk around the garden by enjoying the view of thousands of tress of various species. The nearest station to reach this place is either Circular Quay or Martin Place. 

SKY WALK AT TOWER EYE is located at Level 5, West Field Shopping Centre 100 Market Street. It will bring a thrilling and memorable experience in your life to walk the distance of 268 meters in air above the beautiful city. Path way is made of glass, and the view of streets and building through glass floor gives you immense pleasure and make your trip a memorable one. It is one of the best locations to take photographs. Guide facility is available for you to get the explanations about the amazing sight's and landmarks. 

HAWKESBURY HARVEST FARMS are located at various locations around the region of Hawkesbury Valley, Windsor. You can discover the Rural Treasures of the City by having the drive around the farm. Let it be a day or more, you will get a memorable experience. Visitors get chance to enjoy Gourmet Goat Cheese which is an Australian Native Food. You will also get to see Growers, Artists, Crafts People, Historical Sites, Wineries, Restaurants and Accommodations of Unique Types while roaming around the farm. 

LUX GOLF AUSTRALIA is located at Church Ave, Mascot. LuxGolf is the First Luxury Golf Company. It is the most Prestigious Clubs, where only the members can avail the facilities of the club and strictly non members are not allowed to play. The Luxury services available inside the club would impress and excite the Golfers and Members of this Club. 

SYDNEY FISH MARKET is located on the Bank Street, Pyrmont. This Fish Market is the Second Largest Sea Food Market in the World and also in the Southern Hemisphere, it is the Largest Fish Market. Market opens every day at 5.30 AM and every day around 52 tonnes of fishes gets sold. Never miss to book the ''Behind the Scenes Tour'' when you visit this place. A Sea Food School is located inside the market complex. 

SEA PLANES offers an opportunity to get the spectacular views of the pretty City along with its waterways. The Sea Plane Base is located at Sydney Harbour, Rose Bay. There are packages for 15 minutes, 30 minutes and 1 hour flight journey. Visitors can opt as per their choice. This service is available on all days. 

SEA LIFE AQUARIUM, a must see location was opened in the year 1988.  This Largest Aquarium of the City, is the home for more than 13,000 sea animals of around 700 species. This aquarium is divided in to 14 themes. Main attractions are Jurassic Seas, Shark Walk, Shark Valley, Dugong Island, Little Penguins Habitat, Sydney Harbour, Open Ocean Oceanarium and Great Barrier Reef Oceanarium. Visitors to this aquarium get to know about how to Breed, Rescue and Protect the sea animals through various programs that takes place daily. 

40 Acre HYDE PARK is the Oldest Public Park in Australia. There are around 580 trees inside this park. Park is covered with Hill Fig, Palm and other varieties of trees. It is located at Elizabeth Street. Attractions inside are ANZAC Memorable Building, Visitors Centre, Monuments, Statues and the Reflection Pool. Iconic Archibald Fountain is located inside the Hyde Park. This park is divided in many parts based on themes like Sandringham, Nagoya Garden and much more. Hyde Park hosts numerous cultural events through out the year. Few of the important festivals are Australia Day, ANZAC Day and Food & Wine Fair. 

LUNA PARK was opened on 4th October 1935. It was earlier known as Harbourside Amusement Park. There are several rides available in this adventure filled park like Hair Raiser that raises up to 160 feet, Wild Mouse Roller Coaster, Rotor, Carousel, Tumblebug, Dodgem City Moon Ranger, Spider, Tango Train, Whirly Wheel, Magic Castle, Space Shuttle, U Drive Train and Roller Coaster. 

FEATHER DALE WILD LIFE PARK is located at Kildare Road, Doonside. It is open for visitors from 9 in the morning till 5 in the evening on all days. It is a home for Large Birds, King Fishers, Raptors, Water Birds, Parrots, Finches, Pigeons, Owls, Night Jars, Soft Bills, Venomous Snakes, Pythons, Lizards, Dragons, Turtles, Monitors, Crocodile, Kangaroo, Koala, Wombat, Quoll, Tasmanian Devil, Bilby, Wallaby, Echidna, Dingo, Bats and Farmyard. Packages available inside the park are Personal Dingo Encounter, Personal Own Encounter, Privater Mammals or Reptiles Encounters, Breakfast with a Koala and Personal Koala Encounter. 

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM was established in the year 1991. It is located at 2, Murray Street, Darling Harbour and it is open for public on all days from 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM. Knowledgeable Guides are available on demand to explain about the collections inside the museum. Museum offers free Wi Fi inside the building. 

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AUSTRALIA was opened in the year 1991. Art Museum is located at 140, George Street, The Rocks. Facilities like Cloak Room, Pram Parking, Rest Rooms and Parent Room are available. Restaurants are available on the Ground Floor as well as on the Level 4. Guided Tours are available to know about the hidden secrets of Arts and Artists. There are More than 4000 collections of Arts found inside the gallery. 

POWER HOUSE MUSEUM is part of Museum of Applied Arts & Sciences. Established in the year 1879, the Power House is the home to more than 4,00,000 Artifacts. Attractions here are Rotative Steam Engine, Whitbred Engine, Boulton & Watt, Locomotive No 1, The Strasbourg Clock Model built in 1887 and Strasbourg Astronomical Clock. Exhibitions about Transport, The Steam Revolution, Space, Eco Logic, Cyber Worlds and Experimentation's are permanent and visitors to this unique museum get the chance to gain their knowledge about each topics in detail. Also, once in a while Exhibitions about Australian Popular Culture, Arts and Cinema Theme can be seen. 

WET N WILD is a famous and fun filled Water Park. Wet n Wild was opened to entertain public on 12th December 2013 and now is one of the famous tourist destinations. In 62 acres of land, there are 3 pools and more than 40 water slides to spend your vacation with loads of fun and enthusiasm. Do try the water slides attractions namely 360 Rush, Aqua Tube, Bombora, Double Bowls Eye, H2GO Racers, Half Pipe, Riptide, T5, Tantrum, The Breakers, The Curler, Tropical Cyclone and Typhoon. Highlight of all the rides is the Sky Coaster where one will be strapped tightly and raised up to 75 meters in air. Wet n Wild providing facilities like Parking, Cabanas, Lockers MyBand, Tap n Play, Wheel Chair, Stroller, Rest Room, Change Room and Lost & Found. It is located at 427, Reservoir Road, Prospect. 

WHITE RABBIT GALLERY is located at 30, Balfour Street. It is an Art Museum, having the collections of Chinese Contemporary Art. There are more than 1000 art works of hundreds of artists kept for public display. It was established by Judith and Kerr Neilson, mainly to share their work and collections with the common public. Every year, White Rabbit Gallery holds 2 exhibitions. Visitors to this art museum can refresh themselves with China and Taiwan Tea from the Tea House located on the ground floor. 

Interesting Facts about Sydney: 

Harbour Bridge is the Tallest Steel Arch Bridge in the World. The Sydney Mint building is the Oldest Public Building which was constructed between 1811 and 1816. The Coat Hanger is the other name of The Harbour Bridge. The Oldest House in The Rocks is The Cadman's Cottage that was built in the year 1816. Sculpture by the Sea is the Largest Outdoor Sculpture in Australia. World's 3rd Largest Fish Market is The Sydney's Fish Market. The Oldest Street in Australia is The George Street. Ferries here carries around 14 to 15 million passengers annually. AUD 102 Million was spent to construct The Opera House. The Most Popular Sport is Rugby League. Deepest Natural Harbour in the World is located here. McKell Beach located at Darling Point, is the Smallest Beach of this city and it can be reached only by boat. The 3rd Busiest Opera Company in the World is, The Opera Australia. All Beaches offer the facilities like Picnic Shelters, Electric Barbecues, Play Area, Kiosks, Toilets and Change Rooms. Sydney was declared as a City in the year 1842. 

The Most Important Public Gallery is the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Every year more than 3000 shows takes place in Opera House. Languages spoken here are English, Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, Greek and Vietnamese. On 20th October 1973, Queen Elizabeth II Opened The Opera House. Paul Robeson was the First Person to Perform in Opera House in the year 1960. The Oldest Natural History Museum in Australia is the Australian Museum which was opened in the year 1857. The color of the Harbour Bridge is Grey, this color was chosen because only Grey color was available in a large quantity. In the year 1932, it took around 272,000 liters of Grey Paint for the first coat to cover Harbour Bridge. The Express Moving Walkway is the 3rd Longest Walk Way in the World. The Largest Mechanical Tracker Action Pipe Organ in the World is The Grand Organ in the Opera.  

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