Sightseeing and Activities in Sydney, Australia

If you want to go to the most amazing place on earth then you need to go to Sydney, Australia. Not only is it absolutely breathtaking, but there are endless things to do and see in this amazing city. With Sydney's diverse cultural makeup and complex infrastructure, there is nothing you cannot do and see. All you have to do is decide where you want to go and take a bus, train or ferry to get there.

Sydney has some of the most awe-inspiring sights in the world from its architecture to its natural wonders. We've all heard of the Sydney Opera House but its nothing until you've seen it and experienced a piece of theatre in it. During the day or night the Opera House is a sight to see. Next to the Opera House is the amazing Sydney Harbour Bridge. It was considered a genius architectural feat when it was designed and built. Now you have the opportunity to walk over the top of the bridge or walk across it to see the gorgeous Sydney skyline. Want to see something more natural? Sydney Harbour is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world with its white sand and sparkling blue pristine waters. Among the favorites are Manly Beach and Bondi Beach. You can also try Palm Beach and the Basin area. It's not really a gorgeous beach area but it is a nice place to picnic and see the natural Australian landscape. If you dare you can climb the 45-degree angle hill to see some authentic aboriginal carvings.

For those of you who are nature lovers, you must try some of the walking tours Sydney has to offer. My personal favorite is the Manly Beach to the Spit Bridge walk. This is a quite a hike and not for the weary but will delight you with a beach walk over the North Head of Sydney Harbour into the wooded areas until you reach the Spit Bridge where you can talk a bus home! Be sure to bring some water! Maybe the mountain scenes are more your thing then take a day trip to the Blue Mountains. All you need to do is take the train to Katoomba to see this gorgeous natural wonder and learn the legend behind the rock formations known as The Three Sisters. Finally, how about some interactions with the native wildlife? Would you like to come up close and personal with a kangaroo? How about actually touching one or touching a koala bear? Then you need to spend some time at Koala Park, a zoo with every native Australia animal you can imagine.

So now you're wondering what activities are there to do over there? How about taking some surf lessons or catching a rugby game at Olympic park, the official sight of the 2000 Summer Olympic games? If you are not afraid of heights take a ride up the Sydney Sky Tower to see the beautiful Sydney Skyline; go at night to see the lights of the Opera House! The Art Gallery of New South Wales has pieces from all the major artists plus many more. Looking for something more historical? Spend some time in the Rocks district at the Observatory or go to Parramatta. Maybe you are interested in doing some good old-fashioned shopping? Sydney has many markets where you can find local goods and plenty of souvenirs at unbeatable prices! Try Paddy's market first and then you can go to Balmain, Paddington, and Glebe markets as well as many others. Looking for some Sydney style? The Queen Victoria Building in the heart of Sydney is home to endless fashion stores.

Now that you have done all these activities I am positive you've worked up an appetite. Thanks to Sydney's diverse culture, it has a diverse selection of cuisine from which to choose. Sydney offers Italian, Chinese, Indonesian, Thai, and many others as well as its own traditional foods. You have not tried everything until you have eaten Kangaroo! It is absolutely delicious; try the Blackbird Café in the posh Darling Harbour district or try the Bar Italia in Leichardt for some Italian.

If after all this you still need more then Sydney has got it for you! For some more breathtaking views try going to The Gap but bring some tissue because this beautiful cliff overlooking the ocean is where many people come to end their lives and it can be emotional but it is still a must see. Finally, Watson's Bay is another beautiful area and along the way you'll encounter a nude beach so beware! Looking for the nightlife? Australians are big into the party scene and every night of the week you can find a place to party but remember most of the bars have a dress code and it doesn't include tennis shoes and sometimes jeans! Aussies love to drink so if a local buys you a drink you better buy one back or risk the wrath of a shunned Aussie!

After you've seen the gorgeous beaches and beautiful landscapes you will not want to leave this amazing city. I guarantee you can find something that everyone in the family will fall in love with. So the next time you are planning a family vacation or honeymoon Sydney is the place to be and don't let the airplane trip scare you because Sydney is more than worth it!

Source: Associated Content