Sydney city guide: Best things to do and where to stay in Australia’s magnificent harbour city
Sprawling around one of the planet’s biggest and most beautiful natural harbours, Sydney is perhaps the ultimate city destination in Australia. With its swoon-worthy physical attributes, laid-back charm and trio of icons – namely the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and sweeping Bondi Beach – the New South Wales capital almost effortlessly wows.
Though the city stretches westwards way beyond Parramatta (Sydney’s geographic heart) to the base of the Blue Mountains, nearly all its visitor appeal lies in the city centre, central suburbs and the beaches. Founded in 1788, Australia’s first British settlement has evolved into a true world city that’s liveliest when Mardi Gras fills the streets with sequins, parades and parties.
If you’re heading Down Under, our Sydney guide provides a heads-up on what to do, where to eat and drink,
