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Sydney, Australia City Guide and Yellow PagesFind Things To Do In Sydney, Australia. Sydney Attractions, Sydney Jobs, Sydney.Australia’s oldest and largest city, Sydney, oozes confidence, causing many visitors to believe it’s the nation’s capital. While that honour in fact belongs to Canberra, it’s Sydney that boasts Australia’s most famous icons. Sydney Harbour is the city’s heart and soul. Reputed to be one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world, it plays a dominant role in much of what Sydney has to offer. The majestic Sydney Harbour Bridge towers over its waters. Stroll the pedestrian walkway for phenomenal views, or scale its heights with the unique Bridge Climb experience. Nearby, the Opera House is renowned for its unusual expressionist architecture and world class performing arts. More ... |
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The Comedy Store: Sydney's original laughter lounge
The Comedy Store is Sydney’s original home of comedy.
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Australian National Maritime Museum: History on the high seas
With so much history, both ancient and modern, the Australian National Maritime Museum has no shortage of fascinating material on Sydney's harbour, and the indelible link between the ocean and the Australian way of life.
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The Ritz Cinema: Classic Art Deco Picture House
A heritage-listed gem of original Art Deco architecture, the Ritz is one of Australia's oldest still-operating cinemas.
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I'm Free Sydney Walking Tours: Walking Tours of Sydney, For Free!
I’m Free is a walking tour company run by a couple of passionate Sydney locals, Justine and Ross, that true to its name, hosts free Sydney walking tours.
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Faheem Fast Food: Street-Style Cheap Eats the Pakistani Way
Faheem Fast Food Restaurant is a fixture of the inner west in Sydney, but it could easily be in any bustling city in Pakistan or India. From its sparse and plasticky yet bright and welcoming interior to its cheerfully noisy position on Enmore Road and its staunchly unchanging, tried and true menu, Faheem Fast Food is both familiar and exotic.
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Maroubra Beach: Sun, sand and surf without the crowds
Less well known than Bondi and Manly beaches, Maroubra largely escapes the tourist deluge of the summer months and attracts a more local, family-orientated crowd, as well surf aficionados from around the world.
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Colombian Hotel: Relaxed by day, wild by night
Popular with gays and straights alike, the Colombian is a large pub, perfect for a chilled out afternoon session or a crazy night out.
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Ichiban Boshi: Handmade Japanese Ramen
Lovers of ramen (Japanese noodle soup) will tell you that Ichiban Boshi is one of Sydney’s premier ramen destinations.
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Löwenbräu Keller: Stein swinging, thigh slapping, pork knuckle eating fun
Everything’s big at this cellar-like German beer hall and restaurant – big beers, big schniztels and big, raucous nights out.
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Cafe Sydney: Elegant Rooftop Restaurant with Million Dollar Views
High on the list of must-see restaurants is Café Sydney. From its glamorous perch atop the Customs House, the view of Sydney Harbour and the city skyline is jaw-dropping.
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Government House Sydney: Old World Architecture, Gothic Grandeur
Government House Sydney was formerly the official residence, and still remains the official reception space, of the Governor of New South Wales. Now managed by the Historic Houses Trust, it is open to the public as a free museum.
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Luna Park: Classic carnival fun
Luna Park Sydney is a lovingly restored 1930s amusement park, full of classic carnival games and rides.
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Cruise Bar: Chic harbourfront hangout
Right on the harbour, Cruise Bar’s multi-million dollar fit-out gives it the look and feel of an ultra-glamorous, ultra-contemporary cruise ship.
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Centennial Park: an urban oasis
This green oasis covers a vast 220 hectares of former swamp and grazing land in the heart of one of Sydney’s most urbanised areas.
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The Argyle: A glamorous cocktail of old and new
The Argyle is undoubtedly one of the sexiest looking pubs in The Rocks, set in a gorgeous early 1800s sandstone building and sporting an extravagant interior refit by revered designer Michael McCann.
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More About Sydney, Australia
ney Tower’s 250 metre (820 foot) high observation deck captures breathtaking views of the entire city. Try a harbour cruise or ferry ride — routes from Circular Quay go to beachside Manly and to Taronga Zoo where you’ll meet koalas, kangaroos and wallabies.Sydney Harbour National Park offers pristine coastal vistas as well as Aboriginal rock engravings. For nature in the city centre, head to the Royal Botanic Gardens and Centennial Park.
Entertainment precincts entice those who love the urban buzz. Nestled under the bridge, the Rocks is Australia’s oldest European settlement and houses galleries, shops and restaurants owned by Australia’s most respected chefs — enjoy the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Rocks Market and Neil Perry’s Rockpool.
Darling Harbour is a lively waterside precinct, home to bars, nightclubs, cafés and Sydney Aquarium’s 11,500 animals, including dugongs, turtles and sharks. An easy walk north to the city-fringe suburb of Pyrmont will take you to Star City Casino.
Sydney’s Chinatown is a colourful blend of Asian culture, bargain shopping and exotic cuisine. Enjoy the atmosphere of the Orient with Chinese architecture, markets, karaoke bars and restaurants that hum away until the early hours.
A short trip west of the city is Sydney’s alternative lifestyle hub, Newtown, where you’ll find retro clothing stores, cutting-edge galleries and emerging designers. Sip Lebanese coffee or savour Thai food in between fossicking.
With its leafy streets and Victorian architecture, Paddington exudes understated chic. Find up-and-coming artists and designers at the Paddington Markets and Australia’s favourite fashion outlets on Oxford Street, including Akira Isogowa and Alannah Hill. Dinosaur Designs crafts jewellery and homewares from rainbow-coloured resin. Relax over Italian food at Buon Ricordo and cakes at La Gerbe d’Or.
Bondi is Australia’s most famous beach. Frolic in the ocean, and take the Bondi to Coogee Walk — six kilometres (3.7 miles) of cliffs and ocean pools — or lounge at the Lamrock Cafe or Hotel Bondi.
Most of the major hotel chains operate in Sydney. You’ll find numerous budget hostels in the Potts Point area, while at the other end of the scale is the luxurious Shangri-La Hotel.
Other local cities near Sydney
Sydney Facts and Places:
Newspapers are Sydney Daily Telegraph, Sun-Herald
Sydney Sports teams are Swans,
Balmain Rovers, Razorbacks
Local Schools are Australian Pacific College, TAFE NSW Sydney Institute
