Beaches in Sydney

Sydney is home to many beautiful beaches. From calm seashores perfect for snorkelling to raging waves ideal for surfing – all sorts of beaches are accessible from Sydney. Bond Beach is the best holiday destination in Sydney among beaches. The place is like a carnival studded with restaurants, cafes and beachfront bars. Bronte Beach is Bondi’s sister, with big waves for surfers, a rock pool for swimmers and a large green area for picnickers. Balmoral beach is along the scenic north shore of Sydney, visited for kayaking and paddleboarding in the calm waters. Watson Bay along the southern entrance to Sydney Harbour comes with enclosed baths and a brilliant view of the harbour front.

Wildlife in Sydney

Sydney is known for having one of the best collections of in-city wildlife places. Featherdale Wildlife Park is a partially free range zoo, where one can pet and feed the animals roaming around. This is a perfect place on the Sydney sightseeing tours for catching up with some kangaroos. The Centennial Park has a brilliant after-hours tour of the nocturnal animals under the spotlights. Taronga Zoo, on the shores of Sydney Harbour, protects and preserves more than 4000 animals, many of which are endangered or threatened. Sydney has two lovely marine zoos as well. The Manly Aquarium has a cute penguin display and an underwater tunnel to see sharks and turtles. Sea Life Sydney Aquarium is for even bigger marine displays – one can find like octopus and squids at large.

Here are the best Sydney places to visit for a tourist.

1. Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House and its iconic sails are the landmark structure of Sydney. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a place for the best live performances and Broadway show in Australia, Sydney Opera House is the best Sydney tourist attraction of all time.

2. Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge has always been the most fascinating Sydney point of interest, and even the construction of Opera House could not take that away. The magnificent structure, supported by double piers at both ends connects the north and south shores in a single curve rising 134 metres above the water. One can enjoy the view from the pedestrian walkways or take a ride in the BridgeClimb along the outer arch of the bridge for an adrenaline-fueled ride and a panoramic painting of the entire city.

3. Darling Harbour

Staying true to its name, this place is one of the most loved places for Sydney sightseeing. Popular among tourists, locals and expats alike, the Darling Harbour is home to Sydney’s Madame Tussaud’s, the Wildlife Sydney Zoo and the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, Australian Maritime Museum, a playground and carousel carnival and the Chinese Garden of Friendship.

4. The Sydney Tower Eye

The Sydney Tower Eye rising 309 metres above ground is one of the greatest Sydney destinations. From the busy crowds of the Centrepoint shopping mall, Express lifts take visitors to the observation deck at the top floor or to the famous Skywalk – an alfresco glass for a platform for a panoramic bird’s eye view of the city.

5. The Rocks

A former residence of the Cadigal aboriginal people, The Rocks is a historic area located on a strip of land protruding into Sydney Harbour and a top tourist destination in Sydney. Later when colonization took over, this was the place where the convicts from all the other colonies were sent over, and they made their tents. The cobbled streets of The Rocks have numerous shops, restaurants, a weekend market, the Rocks Discover Museum and Sydney’s oldest surviving house – Cadman’s cottage.