Last Updated on March 13, 2023
Sydney is probably one of the most popular and exciting cities on the globe. With over 10 million international and domestic visitors each year, it’s rather obvious how charming this city is. The rich culture, the vibrant arts scene, the European architecture, everything about Sydney is fascinating. But besides the Sydney Opera House or the Harbour Bridge, there is a lot more you can see and experience in this city. To discover all of it, check out this visual guide to Sydney and read our travel tips to enjoy a fantastic vacation in Sydney.
TAKEAWAY: While we’re on the subject of the Harbour Bridge, you should know that it’s the widest long-span bridge with the tallest steel arch in the world. Moreover, if you get to talk to the locals, you’ll see they refer to it as “The Coat Hanger” due to the fact it looks like one.
What To Do in Sydney
If you’re here for the warm weather and the beaches, you’re in luck! Every beach in Sydney offers picnic lodgings, barbecues, play areas, cabins, toilets, and change-rooms. So you could spend a day at Bondi Beach and take some amazing pictures with the landmarks. An interesting fact about the Bondi name, it’s an aboriginal word meaning “noise of water breaking over rocks.”
You could also visit art galleries and wonderful shows. Moreover, you could go book hunting during the night in local bookshops or enjoy the most delicious dishes from the local food scene. In fact, you shouldn’t miss your chance of trying the freshest seafood at Sydney Fish Market. Restaurants like Deep Seafood Cafe and Oyster Bar and Fisherman’s Wharf serve true delicacies.
Where To Stay in Sydney
The best way to explore the city is to find accommodation in the Rocks area. The main reason for this is that most of the brilliant attractions are centered here. Furthermore, this neighborhood is filled with restaurants, coffee houses, and bars. You can take a stroll on the harbor or go shopping in some of the high-end boutiques. In fact, the Rocks are also one of the oldest areas in the city.
Discover the capital of New South Wales and all the things it has to offer with the help of this visual guide to Sydney. Get to know the city from your location on the Rocks – Harbour Rocks!
An infographic by Harbour Rocks Hotel.