Sydney

Best Things To Do

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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Sydney Harbor 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 b

What to do with children in tow

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.

Museum of Contemporary Art

140 George Street

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.

Chinese Garden of Friendship

Tel: (02) 9281 6863. E-mail: [email protected] Opening hours: Daily 0930-1700. Admission: A$6.

IMAX Theater

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.

Sydney Aquarium

Aquarium Pier Tel: (02) 8251 7800. Website:www.sydneyaquarium.com.au Opening hours: Daily 0900-2200. Admission: A$25; concessions available.

National Maritime Museum

2 Murray Street Tel: (02) 9298 3777. Website: www.anmm.gov.au Opening hours: Daily 0930-1700. Admission: Free.

The Rocks

This quaint (though expensive) neighborhood is known as the birthplace of Sydney because it is where British settlers first landed in 1788.

Sydney Observatory

Watson Road, Observatory Hill Tel: (02) 9217 0485. Fax: (02) 9217 0489. au Opening hours: Daily 1000-1700. Admission: Free; A$6 (day tour); A$15 (night tour); concessions available.

Susannah Place Museum

58-64 Gloucester Street Tel: (02) 9241 1893. Opening hours: Sat and Sun 1000-1700. Admission: A$7; concessions available.

Powerhouse Museum

The Powerhouse Museum allows visitors to peek into Sydney's scientific and technological past.

Darling Harbor

This gorgeous strip on the harbor is always buzzing and full of energy. The numerous restaurants, shops, and bars have caused it to become a tourist magnet.

Cadman's Cottage

Address: 110 George Street Tel: (02) 9247 5033/8861. Website: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1630; Sat and Sun 1000-1630. Admission: Free