Overview & visitor information
A three month long music festival occurring on weekend nights from January until March.
Festival
Taronga Series
A three month long music festival occurring on weekend nights from January until March.
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sydneyMardi Gras
Festival / event
Gay and transgender people in Australia present varied performances for four weeks across Sydney. The performances revolve around dismantling gender roles and reflecting their ordinary lives. The festival includes entertainment, concerts, theatre performances and art exhibitions.
sydneySydney Festival
Activity
Australia's most populated arts festival draws in a crowd of about a million people and hosts over 500 Australian and international artists who present about 80 events in a three week period. The celebration occurs in different art mediums such as music, dance, theater, visual arts, cinema, forums, and large scale outdoor events. The level of art ranges from high to low art.
sydneyChinese New Year
Activity
A three-week long event celebrating traditional Chinese culture that occurs sometime between January and February. The festival offers traditional entertainment in the form of dragon and lion dances, exhibitions, and historical tours. Authentic Chinese cuisine is also offered along with the Chinese New Year Imperial Banquet, an annual dining experience that includes traditional Chinese entertainment and Chinese cuisine.
sydneyTamworth Country
Activity
Heavy weights of the Aussie country music scene will gather the last week of January in 2008 at Tamworth (just outside of Sydney) and perform some kickin' country music.
sydneyRoyal Easter
Activity
For over 80 years this 14-day show has lured crowds to the Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park through its presentation of commercial brand items sold for less. Many of Australia's top designers and commercial vendors come to this show and launch their products which are then sold for less to the attendees.
sydneyHunter Valley
Activity
This festival calls all Epicureans to travel about 160 kilometers north of Sydney and enjoy wine making and tasting.
sydneyKings Cross
Activity
This festival is for the food connoisseur on a budget since many of Sydney's inner-city restaurants lower their prices in celebration. Several wine and food events are offered that lead into the main celebration which is held on a Sunday at the park in Kings Cross.
sydneyBiennale of Sydney
Activity
Ranked as one of the top three exhibitions of contemporary art, this festival is held every second year and features daring art and multimedia presentations.
sydneyCity to Surf
Activity
Get fit with several trotters as they make their way from the city to Bondi Beach. The race, held since 1971, always draws a massive crowd.
sydneyBangalow Music Festival
Activity
This musical extravaganza presents classical music and is held in Bangalow, Byron located about 800 kilometers from Sydney.
More places in Sydney
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sydneySydney Olympic Park
Attraction
Sydney Olympic Park was established for the 2000 Olympic Games and has now become the principal venue for sporting events. It contains 15 stadiums and hosts more than a hundred events a year. It also has gardens and wetlands for those wishing to enjoy the surrounding nature.
sydneyRoyal Botanic Gardens
Attraction
For garden lovers, the Royal Botanic Gardens are the ideal way to spend a quiet afternoon. A short distance from the Opera House, these enchanting grounds invite you to stroll and see the rose garden. It is a place devoted to relaxation and discovering one of Sydney’s largest botanic gardens. Macquarie Street (main entrance) Telephone: 0292318111 Fax: 0292514403 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rbgsyd.gov.au Transport: St James CityRail station, Martin Place or Circular Quay Opening hours: daily from 7.00 am until sunset Admission: free
sydneyArt Gallery of New South Wales
Attraction
This is the first Australian art museum to hold the largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. It also presents an impressive display of Australian artworks from the early colonial period to the middle of the twentieth century. Australia has won the prestigious Archibald art prize displayed at this gallery.
sydneyTaronga Zoo Australia
Attraction
Sydney is considered home to the world’s most exciting zoos. Taronga Zoo is a major attraction for all visitors because of its varied animals spanning many species. It has more than three hundred and fifty different species and two thousand six hundred animals. People also visit this attraction for its beautiful location on hilly ground. Bradleys Head Road (main entrance) Telephone: 0299692777 Fax: 0299697515 Transport: ferry from Circular Quay, bus 247. Opening hours: daily 0900-1700 Admission: AUD $27, concessions available
sydneySydney Harbor Bridge
Bridge
Besides providing an efficient commute, this bridge also gives thrill-seekers the opportunity to climb its 50-storey structure and stare at the Sydney skyline any time of day or night (it is best to climb the bridge at sunset).
sydneyWhat to do with children in tow
Activity
The best place in Sydney for children is the Rocks. This historic neighborhood always has a festive buzz to it (and also holds festivals frequently) along with having the Royal Botanic Gardens and Taronga Zoo very nearby. The Rocks is sure to have some great entertainment for children if you are there when a festival is going on. If not, you and your family can stroll down to the Puppet ShopRocks Toy Museum
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sydneyBondi Beach
beach
No trip to Sydney would be complete without a stroll through the famed Bondi Beach. In only a 15 minute car ride from the city center, you can reach this illustrious beach town and soak-up the waterfront scene filled with street musicians, topless sunbathers, surf shops, bars, and cafes.
sydneyChinese Garden of Friendship
Garden
Tel: (02) 9281 6863. E-mail: [email protected] Opening hours: Daily 0930-1700. Admission: A$6.
sydneyIMAX Theater
Theatre
Tel: (02) 9281 3300. Website: www.imax.com.au Opening hours: Daily 1000-2300. Admission: A$16 for 2D films, A$17 for 3D; concessions available.
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sydneyAli Baba
Type: Lebanese Location: George Street, south of Town Hall Phone: No phone available
sydneyBécasse
Bécasse is an excellent choice if you are in the mood for fine French dining. Chef Justin North prepares excellent seafood dishes, so it is recommended you try one of them. However, if you want to amplify your taste buds, you can try its degustation menu that includes both seafood and beef. Reservations are recommended.
sydneyBilly Kwong
This cozy little restaurant holds a powerhouse Chef that is sure to give your taste buds an Asian punch. Chef Kylie Kwong, who has also written several cookbooks, is known for her creative dishes which hold her original Asian fusion stamp. The only thing that may not reflect Kwong completely is the name of the restaurant. Billy stems from her former partnership with celebrity chef Billy Granger. If you want to dine at Billy Kwong, be prepared for a whiles wait. This restaurant does not accept reservations.
sydneyQuay
This restaurant not only offers delicious dishes, but also magnificent views of the Opera House and the Harbor Bridge.Yet, not only is the view pleasant, but the aesthetic appeal of the food spurs the taste buds.?Also, its lunch specials (around A$65) are a good value compared to the pricier items.
sydneyTetsuya's Japan
As the name implies, this is famed chef Tetsuya Wakuda's restaurant. Known as one of the world's top chefs, Wakuda has become famous for fusing Japanese and Australian cuisine. His food is in such high-demand that seats at Tetsuya's are usually booked three months in advance. However, if you manage to get a table, be aware that Tetsuya's offers a degustation menu (a sample of several dishes) for A$185.
sydneyEsat Ocean Restaurant
With a capacity for 400 guests, this popular Chinese restaurant is always bustling with people day or night. The biggest draw is East Ocean's yum cha, a dish where diners drink tea and then taste-test various foods.
sydneyArthur's Pizza
Family-friendly
This long-standing pizzeria is a favorite of families and students. Arthur's Pizza serves traditional Italian dishes prepared from scratch. Also, a welcoming environment and friendly staff add to its homemade style. However, if you want to wine and dine, you must bring your own alcohol.
sydneyBodhi Restaurant
Bodhi Restaurant is very vegan-friendly, so vegetarians and health conscious eaters will be delighted with both taste and price. The yum cha is a must eat.
sydneyBill & Toni's Restaurant
Bill and Toni's very inexpensive prices (around A$15) add high appeal to the restaurant, since the design nor the food could be described as above average. Though the food is palatable, it would be more enjoyable to go in a group. The atmosphere and setting seem to lend itself to a large crowd. No alcohol is served here, so make sure you bring your own.
sydneyHarry's Cafe de Wheels
This moving van offers some of the best Australian pies in town. It is nothing fancy (hoodlums and sailors were its staple customers until the middle of the twentieth century), but that is of no concern when the food is so delicious and served quickly. Opened until 4 a.m., many tipsy customers head over to this stand to satisfy their early morning food cravings.