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Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour

The Sydney Opera House holds tours every half hour that explain the history and performance events occurring throughout the year. This walking tour involves up to300 steps. Duration: 1 hour Hours of Operation: Daily, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Cost: Online (Adults): $23, Early Bird $16 (only for English tours that begin at 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 10:00 a.m.) Online (Seniors, students, and children 16 and under)- $16; Early Bird $ 11 (only for English tours that begin at 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 10:00 a.m.) Concession: Adults- $26 Seniors, students, and children 16 and under- $18 To book a tour online, go to www.sydneyoperahouse.com/boxoffice To book a tour by phone, call (02) 9250 7777

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Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour

The Sydney Opera House holds tours every half hour that explain the history and performance events occurring throughout the year. This walking tour involves up to300 steps. Duration: 1 hour Hours of Operation: Daily, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Cost: Online (Adults): $23, Early Bird $16 (only for English tours that begin at 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 10:00 a.m.) Online (Seniors, students, and children 16 and under)- $16; Early Bird $ 11 (only for English tours that begin at 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 10:00 a.m.) Concession: Adults- $26 Seniors, students, and children 16 and under- $18 To book a tour online, go to www.sydneyoperahouse.com/boxoffice To book a tour by phone, call (02) 9250 7777

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See Sydney and Beyond Smartvisit Card

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This discount card will allow you to access over 40 attractions (including the Blue Mountains) for free with a reduced one-time payment. You can choose a two, three, or seven day adult or child Smartvisit Card.

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Sydney Showboats Cabaret Dinner Cruise

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Enjoy a sumptuous 2.5 hour dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour thanks to the newly refurbished Sydney Showboat. Diners will experience the finest in food, atmosphere, views and entertainment from around the world, with a first class international show. So forget about your average dinner in four walls and cruise the world on board the Sydney Showboat, any night of the week.

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Sydney Skywalk Tour

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The Sydney Skywalk Tour takes place at the Sydney Tower and puts your fear of heights to the test by raising you 260 meters above the sidewalk. You will be harnessed to safety rails as you walk on glass-floor moving platforms and enjoy breathtaking views of Sydney landmarks. There three different categories of tours that you can sign-up for: Day Tour, Dusk Tour, Night Tour.

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Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Sydney and Bondi

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Explore Sydney and Bondi with this 24-hour ticket aboard an open-top double-decker bus. See all the main sights as you hop on and hop off 30 conveniently located stops around the city. Listen to the multilingual commentary and learn interesting facts. Pick-up begins at Star City Casino in Pirrama and arrives at the designated stops every 15-30 minutes.

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CruiseSmart on Sydney Harbor

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Cruise Sydney Harbour in an hour and enjoy sights of famous Sydney Harbour icons such as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Fort Denison. Tickets can be purchased at the departure station located in Circular Quay Jetty 6)

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Sydney 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).

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What to do with children in tow

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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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Bondi 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.

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IMAX 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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Sydney Aquarium

Aquarium

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

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National Maritime Museum

Museum

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

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The Rocks

Town

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

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Sydney Observatory

Building

Watson Road, Observatory Hill Tel: (02) 9217 0485. Fax: (02) 9217 0489. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.sydneyobservatory.com.au Opening hours: Daily 1000-1700. Admission: Free; A$6 (day tour); A$15 (night tour); concessions available.

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Bécasse

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.

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Billy 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.

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Quay

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.

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Tetsuya'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.

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Esat 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.

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Arthur'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.

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Bodhi 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.

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Bill & 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.

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Harry'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.

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A Fish Called Coogee

This seafood restaurant is situated on a perfect spot a few steps from Coogee beach. Also, its wide range of seafood dishes brings back many returning customers and also makes lunch time at the beach much more enjoyable. A favorite dish among its customers is fish and chips.