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Sydney, spectacularly draped around its glorious harbor and beaches, has visual wow factor like few other cities. Scratch the surface and it only gets better.

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
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Bondi Beach
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Watsons Bay
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Taronga Zoo Sydney
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West Head
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Cockatoo Island
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Centennial Park
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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

From beachside to harborside, live the high life in Sydney with our top things to see and do in this captivating and diverse Australian city.

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Best Time to Visit

Use this guide to plan the perfect trip to Sydney no matter what time of year you're traveling.

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Things to Know

Which ferry offers the best views of Sydney’s stunning harbor? All of them.

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Transportation

Sydney's public transport network is reliable, reasonably priced and way more convenient than driving – plus its largely air-conditioned.

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Free Things to Do

You don't need a fat wallet to enjoy the glamour and chic of Sydney. These free experiences, attractions and Sydney icons won't cost you a cent.

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Best Neighborhoods

From vibrant LGBTIQ+ communities to flashy tourist attractions and major sights, this is your ultimate guide to Sydney's neighborhoods.

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Money and Costs

Our writer shares his highlights and costs from a long weekend in Sydney, with tips on how to save money and where to splurge.

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Traveling with Kids

Australia is such a huge country that it seems logical to cross it by plane. But there is another option, one that becomes a memorable holiday in itself:…

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