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7 day trip to Sydney, Australia

Sydney, Australia

1 week Winter 7 days planned
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Day 01

Sydney CBD Icons & Harbour Views

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$95

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    Speedos Cafe

    Bondi Beach

    Start your first morning in Sydney with a healthy breakfast and coffee at the highly rated Speedos Cafe overlooking Bondi Beach.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  2. Sydney Opera House
    Morning
    10:15 – 12:00

    Sydney Opera House

    Circular Quay

    Join a guided tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House to learn about its history, architecture, and performance spaces.

    $$ ★ 4.8 105 min
  3. View
    Lunch
    12:15 – 13:45

    Opera Bar

    Circular Quay

    Enjoy lunch with stunning harbour and bridge views at Opera Bar, located on the lower concourse of the Sydney Opera House.

    $$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  4. Afternoon
    14:00 – 16:00

    Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

    Sydney CBD

    Stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, enjoying landscaped gardens, harbour viewpoints, and walking paths.

    Free ★ 4.8 120 min
  5. Exterior
    Dinner
    18:30 – 20:00

    The Dining Room at Park Hyatt Sydney

    The Rocks

    Enjoy a refined dinner experience with spectacular harbour and Opera House views at The Dining Room at Park Hyatt Sydney.

    $$$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Circular Quay is a magical place as day turns to night. The harbour foreshores offer visitors a unique experience that can only be seen to be believed. Escape Scenes Tours offer travellers unique experiences in destinations all over Sydney.
    Evening
    20:15 – 21:15

    Circular Quay Harbour Foreshore Walk

    Circular Quay

    Take a gentle evening walk along the Circular Quay foreshore to see the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House illuminated.

    Free ★ 4.7 60 min
Day 02

The Rocks History & Harbour Bridge Views

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$85

  1. delicious homestyle food
    Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    The Fine Food Store

    The Rocks

    Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with specialty coffee and light dishes at The Fine Food Store tucked into historic laneways of The Rocks.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  2. Rocks Discovery Museum Kendall Lane
    Morning
    09:45 – 11:15

    The Rocks Discovery Museum

    The Rocks

    Visit The Rocks Discovery Museum to learn about Sydney’s early colonial history and indigenous heritage in an intimate museum setting.

    Free ★ 4.4 90 min
  3. Who could get tired of this view?
    Lunch
    11:30 – 13:00

    The Glenmore

    The Rocks

    Head to The Glenmore rooftop for classic pub food and panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and harbour.

    $$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  4. View from Pylon Lookout at Sydney Harbour Bridge
    Afternoon
    13:30 – 15:00

    Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout

    The Rocks

    Climb to the Pylon Lookout on the Sydney Harbour Bridge for sweeping views and informative exhibits about the bridge’s construction.

    $$ ★ 4.7 90 min
  5. Nutella Pancakes
    Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Pancakes On The Rocks

    The Rocks

    Enjoy a casual dinner of pancakes and savoury dishes at the long-running family-friendly venue Pancakes On The Rocks.

    $ ★ 4.3 90 min
  6. Museum of Contemporary Art
    Evening
    19:45 – 21:00

    Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

    Circular Quay

    Explore modern and contemporary art exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, located on the Circular Quay harbourfront.

    Free ★ 4.5 75 min
Day 03

Darling Harbour & City Museums

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$90

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    Social Brew Cafe

    Pyrmont

    Start the day with speciality coffee and brunch at Social Brew Cafe near the waterfront in Pyrmont.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  2. Coral Cay
    Morning
    09:45 – 11:45

    SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

    Darling Harbour

    Visit SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium to see Australian marine life including reef exhibits, shark tunnels, and penguin habitats.

    $$ ★ 4.3 120 min
  3. Rooftop
    Lunch
    12:00 – 13:30

    Barangaroo House - House Bar

    Barangaroo

    Enjoy lunch and harbour views at House Bar on the ground level of Barangaroo House, offering casual bites and drinks.

    $$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:45 – 16:00

    Australian National Maritime Museum

    Darling Harbour

    Explore Australia’s maritime history through museum galleries and historic vessels at the Australian National Maritime Museum.

    $$ ★ 4.5 135 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Braza Churrascaria Darling Harbour

    Darling Harbour

    Enjoy Brazilian-style churrasco dinner at Braza Churrascaria, a popular restaurant on the Darling Harbour promenade.

    $$ ★ 4.3 90 min
  6. Twin Pavilion
    Evening
    19:45 – 20:45

    Chinese Garden of Friendship

    Darling Harbour

    Wind down with a tranquil visit to the Chinese Garden of Friendship, an oasis with traditional pavilions, ponds, and pathways.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
Day 04

Bondi Beach & Coastal Walk

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$80

  1. Decor
    Breakfast
    08:00 – 09:00

    Porch and Parlour

    Bondi Beach

    Enjoy a wholesome breakfast and coffee at Porch and Parlour, a stylish cafe just steps from Bondi Beach.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  2. Memories of Bondi, Sydney Australia from April 2019... one of my favourite places in Aussie 😍
    Morning
    09:15 – 11:15

    Bondi Beach

    Bondi Beach

    Spend a relaxed morning on Bondi Beach, swimming, sunbathing, or watching surfers at Sydney’s most famous city beach.

    Free ★ 4.7 120 min
  3. Bondi Beach
    Lunch
    11:30 – 13:00

    Bondi Icebergs Club

    Bondi Beach

    Have lunch overlooking the ocean pool at Bondi Icebergs Club, with casual dining and spectacular coastal views.

    $$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  4. Bondi Beach
    Afternoon
    13:15 – 16:00

    Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk

    Eastern Suburbs Coast

    Walk part of the famous Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, following clifftop paths past Tamarama and Bronte beaches.

    Free ★ 4.8 165 min
  5. Dinner
    17:30 – 19:00

    Coogee Pavilion

    Coogee

    Finish the coastal afternoon with dinner at Coogee Pavilion, a multi-level beachside venue offering diverse food options.

    $$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:15 – 20:15

    Coogee Beach Promenade

    Coogee

    Take a gentle stroll along the Coogee Beach promenade, enjoying the ocean breeze and relaxed local vibe.

    Free ★ 4.6 60 min
Day 05

Manly Ferry & Northern Beaches

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$90

  1. Inside The Rocks Cafe
    Breakfast
    08:00 – 09:00

    The Rocks Cafe

    The Rocks

    Enjoy a hearty breakfast at The Rocks Cafe before catching the ferry from nearby Circular Quay to Manly.

    $ ★ 4.4 60 min
  2. Thursday 6 June 2019 ... the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge
    Morning
    09:15 – 10:00

    Manly Ferry Ride

    Sydney Harbour

    Take the iconic ferry from Circular Quay to Manly, enjoying classic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

    $ ★ 4.8 45 min
  3. Manly Beach. Swimming, Surfing, Cafes
    Lunch
    10:15 – 12:30

    Manly Beach

    Manly

    Arrive at Manly and spend midday relaxing on Manly Beach, with options for takeaway snacks from nearby cafes.

    $ ★ 4.7 135 min
  4. Afternoon
    12:45 – 14:30

    The Corso Manly

    Manly

    Explore The Corso, Manly’s main pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and casual attractions connecting the wharf and the ocean beach.

    Free ★ 4.5 105 min
  5. Dinner
    17:30 – 19:00

    Hugos Manly

    Manly

    Enjoy a seaside dinner at Hugos Manly on Manly Wharf, known for its pizzas and harbour views.

    $$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  6. From above
    Evening
    19:15 – 19:55

    Ferry Return to Circular Quay

    Sydney Harbour

    Take the evening ferry back to Circular Quay, experiencing harbour lights and skyline views.

    $ ★ 4.8 40 min
Day 06

Sports, City Views & Hyde Park

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$95

  1. Single O
    Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    Single O Surry Hills

    Surry Hills

    Enjoy speciality coffee and a relaxed breakfast at Single O, a well-known cafe in Surry Hills.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  2. Few glimpses of ICC World Cup 2015 semifinal between India vs Australia!
    Morning
    09:45 – 11:45

    Sydney Cricket Ground

    Moore Park

    Visit the Sydney Cricket Ground precinct; if there is no match, join an SCG tour to see one of Australia’s most historic sports venues.

    $$ ★ 4.6 120 min
  3. Lunch
    12:15 – 13:45

    Kurumac

    Marrickville

    Enjoy a Japanese-inspired lunch at Kurumac, a relaxed cafe in Marrickville known for rice bowls and comfort dishes.

    $ ★ 4.7 90 min
  4. Dusk
    Afternoon
    14:30 – 16:00

    Sydney Tower Eye

    Sydney CBD

    Head to Sydney Tower Eye for panoramic views from the observation deck, taking in the city’s skyline from above.

    $$ ★ 4.3 90 min
  5. Seafood Platter for Two
    Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Nick’s Bar & Grill

    Darling Harbour

    Enjoy a waterfront dinner of seafood and grilled dishes at Nick’s Bar & Grill in Darling Harbour.

    $$ ★ 4.2 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:45 – 20:30

    Hyde Park

    Sydney CBD

    Take a peaceful evening walk through Hyde Park, passing landmarks like the Archibald Fountain and St Mary’s Cathedral.

    Free ★ 4.6 45 min
Day 07

Art, Shopping & Relaxed Harbour Farewell

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

6 activities A$85

  1. Barista
    Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    Reuben Hills

    Surry Hills

    Begin your final day with specialty coffee and inventive breakfast dishes at Reuben Hills in Surry Hills.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  2. South Building Karla Dickens To see or not to see 2022 © Karla Dickens photo © AGNSW Diana Panuccio
    Morning
    09:45 – 11:45

    Art Gallery of New South Wales

    The Domain

    Explore Australian and international art at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, located beside the Domain and near the Royal Botanic Garden.

    Free ★ 4.7 120 min
  3. Queen Victoria Building outside view from corner of Park and George Street
    Lunch
    12:00 – 13:30

    Queen Victoria Building

    Sydney CBD

    Head to the Queen Victoria Building, where you can choose from multiple cafes in the historic arcade and enjoy food among boutique shops.

    $ ★ 4.6 90 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:45 – 15:30

    Paddy’s Markets Haymarket

    Haymarket

    Shop for souvenirs and local goods at Paddy’s Markets in Haymarket, a large indoor market near Chinatown.

    $ ★ 4.2 105 min
  5. Trio of Lobster
    Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Golden Century Seafood Restaurant

    Haymarket

    Enjoy a classic Cantonese seafood dinner at Golden Century Seafood Restaurant in Chinatown.

    $$ ★ 4.2 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:45 – 20:45

    Darling Harbour Night Stroll

    Darling Harbour

    Take a relaxed evening stroll through Darling Harbour to enjoy lights, fountains, and the waterfront atmosphere as a farewell to Sydney.

    Free ★ 4.7 60 min

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