The laid-back outdoor lifestyle and natural beauty make Sydney a great city to visit.
Here are a couple of suggestions of things to do. Option 1 Shop, Surf and Chill..... Get Active - Bondi Beach is a short trip from the city, but world away in ambience. For the quintessential Bondi experience, book a lesson with local surf school (Bondi Surf Experience from EUR69) or join locals for an early morning swim.
Dry off with a stroll along the cliff top path to Bronte Beach. The sheer sandstone outcrops and viewing platforms make for a spectacular walk at all times of the year.
Now you've worked up an appetite, it's time for lunch. Try Brown Sugar on Curlewis Street, where locals rave about the fish pie, or visit Pompei for thin pizza and fruity gelato. Gertrude and Alice in Hall Street is another great spot. Choose wholesome treats from the blackboard menu and eat amid the stacks of secondhand books
Bluewater boutiques. Sydney is Australia’s swimsuit capital and there’s nowhere better to shop for beachwear than Bondi. On Campbell Parade there’s a string of swimwear shops, including Labyrinth, Bikini Island and The Big Swim stocking brands such as local heroes, Hotel Bondi Swim, Zimmerman and Anna and Boy. Australian heritage brand, Mambo has just relaunched, and its Bondi store is worth a visit
In Gould Street you’ll find the best in Australian streetwear in stores like from St. Xavier and Tuchuzy.
Camilla’s fabulous caftans can be found in her eponymous store on Warners Avenue. Other great boutiques and homewares stores can be found in the streets that radiate out from Campbell Parade including Caravan, Funkis and Tea Petal.
On Sundays, Bondi Markets attracts those looking for new designers. Big names Kitten and Willow started here.
Drop into the Aquabumps Gallery for great beach and surf photography
Balmy nights - As night approaches, slip into something a little more glamorous and watch the sunset with a cocktail. Icebergs perched on the southern tip of Bondi Beach is one of the city’s most spectacular drinking spots.
Bungabar is tiki-terrific, while The Rum Diaries is a cosy and theatrically decorated bar with a choice of 20 succulent tapas dishes. For a serve of rustic, robust dishes using fresh seasonal produce try Bondi institution, Seans Panorama. or try the simple flavours at the patio tables of North Bondi Italian.
Option 2...Sydney for Kids A three-day itinerary for children 6-12
Day one : Water water everywhere
Take the Manly Ferry from Circular Quay for great views of the Harbour. At Oceanworld in Manly you can take in the ‘Shark and fish feed’ tour and ‘Dangerous animals’ show, and get your hands wet in the touch pools.
Take the short walk from Manly to Shelley Beach, a lovely sheltered spot for swimming and picnics. Pick up fish and chips along the way, pack a picnic or the makings of a BBQ, or eat at one of the cafes or kiosks along the way.
Have a Twilight Adventure at the Royal National Park, south of Sydney. Take a picnic dinner and eat by candlelight, watch out for gliders, possums, owls, eels and glow worms in the rainforest after dark. The tour lasts three and a half hours. Camp overnight in the park or stay in cabins at Bundeena
Day two: Pirate kids, a pinch of history, wild Sydney
Have a leisurely breakfast in one of The Rocks’ courtyard cafés, then meander through this historic area’s cobblestone-laneways.
Aye, aye captain. Have your little pirates swabbing the decks, singing sea shanties and tucking in to a hearty lunch on the Sydney Tall Ships Pirate Cruise.
The Australian National Maritime Museum has regular children's activities on Sundays, and during school holidays involving craft, stories, games and dress-ups.
Roar and Snore is Sydney’s wildest slumber party. At Taronga Zoo you’ll be fed, entertained and best of all, take a two-hour night zoo safari. After a night camping under the stars, rise to the sound of the Zoo waking, have a behind-the scenes tour, and continue to see the rest of Taronga at your leisure. Book well in advance to be sure of a spot.
Day three : Dumplings, sport and open spaces
Indulge in a Sydney tradition – yum cha in Chinatown. Bamboo steamers full of dumplings plus mango custard and egg tarts are perfect for small palates.
Take the ferry from Circular Quay to Sydney Olympic Park. You can hire bikes here and follow 'The Amazing Chase' trail, hang out in one of the many playgrounds, take a Stadium Tour, play a round of mini-golf, kick a ball around, visit the Monster Skate Park or swim in the wake of Ian Thorpe at the Aquatic Centre. There are also bike, self-guided, Segway and Olympic Games-themed tours, outdoor movies in summer and plenty of places to picnic or grab a meal including Lilies on the Park.
After the ferry ride back into central Sydney, venture to one of Sydney’s Italian-flavoured neighbourhoods for pizza and gelato. Try Haberfield where you’ll find families lingering at their tables well into the night Examples of Activity Prices: Adult Child
Afternoon City Sights, Kings Cross & Bondi Beach EUR40 EUR20
Night Bridge Climb EUR120 EUR80
Afternoon City Sights & Magistic Lunch Cruise
Half Day Tour Incl Lunch EUR80 AUD50
Hunter Valley Winetaster
Full Day Tour Incl Lunch EUR90
Blue Mountains & Australian Wildlife
Full Day Tour EUR80 EUR50
Sydney Opera essentials Tours EUR20 EUR15
Morning Cuddle a Koala
Half Day Tour EUR55adult EUR35
Taronga Park Zoo EUR15 adults EUR10
The Rocks Pub Tour EUR25
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