Things to do in Sydney
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Sydney is the capital of the state of New South Wales and the largest city in Australia. The metropolis surrounds Sydney Harbour and extends about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west, and about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Hawkesbury River in the north and north-west, to the Royal National Park and Macarthur in the south and south-west. Greater Sydney consists of 658 suburbs, spread across 33 local government areas. Residents of the city are colloquially known as "Sydneysiders". The estimated population in June 2025 was 5,638,830, which is about 66% of the state's population. The city's nicknames include the Emerald City and the Harbour City.
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Day 1 on the tripSydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Located on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour, it is widely regarded as one of the world's most famous and distinctive buildings, and a masterpiece of 20th-century architecture.
- Day 1 on the trip
Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Located on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour, it is widely regarded as one of the world's most famous and distinctive buildings, and a masterpiece of 20th-century architecture.
BridgeMuseum
Bridge Stairs
Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant Sydney The Rocks
The Glenmore Hotel
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8 days in Sydney, planned day by day
Built from real, bookable activities — flights, stays and experiences included at around €1,987.
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Arrival & Harbour First Look
Land, settle into the Harbourside base, and ease in with a gentle waterfront evening.
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Harbour Icons
Tackle the two signature landmarks on foot in one flowing loop.
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Art & Botanic Gardens
A culture-focused day pairing world-class art with a green harbour walk.
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Coastal Walk & Bondi
The classic clifftop coastal walk finishing at Sydney's most famous beach.
