Sydney Overview - An Look At The Local Area

Overview of Sydney, New South Wales

Say "Sydney" and a world of images come to mind: the amazing Opera House, the glorious harbor, the landscape of a "land down under", and modern metropolis of man-made wonders. Sydney is the largest and most visited city in Australia, and with good reason. With world-class sights and attractions, a year round temperate climate for year round recreation, and exciting events filling month after month of the calendar, there's always something to see and do in Sydney. Add to this list some of the best restaurants, hotels, tours, nightlife,and shopping in the Southern Hemisphere, and you have the perfect destination for the perfect vacation. Sydney is and gives excitement! SYDNEY HOTELS Since the 2000 Olympics, Sydney has made good use of all its fabulous hotels. Although these hotels are not always full, it's a good idea to book your reservations well in advance. And, choosing where you want to stay is as easy as deciding what you want to see most. Great hotels are available beachside in Manly and Bondi. If being near the action and sights of the city's downtown are more what you had in mind, look to the numerous hotels in Kings Cross. And, for easy access to both the harbor and the city are your preference, an incredible selection of hotels can be found in The Rocks, Circular Quay and Darling Harbor. Sydney also offers the lower price options of serviced apartments and backpacker hostels. But whichever you choose, Sydney hotels are all you could hope for and more. Let us help you get those reservations and that perfect room ready for you today! SYDNEY RECREATION With its glorious harbor, over 90 golf courses, the Blue Mountains a drive away, and all its modern amenities, Sydney offers every kind of recreation imaginable in and out of the water. Everything from deep-sea fishing to roller blading will find its way on to your vacation schedule. You'll also enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, sailing, scuba diving, tennis, indoor climbing, and more. You'll run out of time before you'll run out of recreation. And with a temperate climate year round you won't have to miss moment of the fun! Sydney recreation will be one of the highlights of your vacation. SYDNEY RESTAURANTS You'll discover a world of flavors waiting for at every table in Sydney! Everything from crocodile to tiramisu, couscous to flan, coq au vin to hamburgers, and some of the best seafood in the world, can be savored in every section of this great city. As for location, you're always moments from your next best meal with restaurants lining streets in every neighborhood. Try world-class fine dining downtown or oyster bars by the harbor, fast food just around the corner, or family restaurants just down the street. Wherever you go, you can eat whatever you like and spend whatever you want with Sydney restaurants. SYDNEY ATTRACTIONS From the world recognized Opera House to one of the finest aquariums in the world, Sydney is a city of incredible man-made and animal attractions! Architecture plays a big role in this city's wonders, with such sights as the Harbor Bridge, Opera House and the Centerpoint Tower. But don't miss the wild attractions of this great city with the Featherdale Wildlife Park and Taronga Zoo. And, with these sights open year round, you'll never miss a moment of all the best of the city. Whenever you come, whatever your interest, and whatever your price range, Sydney attractions are awesome! SYDNEY TOURS With so many incredible things to see and do in Sydney, one of the best ways to get to it all is by taking any one of the city's fabulous tours. Why just take pictures when you can truly experience all this city has to offer? Whether walking the streets, cruising the harbor, riding a Harley, or soaring overhead in a jet fighter, Sydney offers numerous tours to choose from. And, with services available year round, and the ability to accommodate every group size, interest, price range and schedule, Sydney tours are the best way to get to the best. SYDNEY SHOPPING In a city this big, you know that the shopping is big, too. You'll find malls, streets, historic buildings, and open air markets all devoted to giving the ultimate shopping experience. From designer labels to off-the-rack, one-of-a-kind art to typical souvenir, anything and everything imaginable is available. And though shopping in the city can get a bit pricey, bargains can be found if you're willing to explore the side streets and neighborhoods. And, don't forget to browse along the harbor to find some fantastic specialty shops. Sydney shopping is everything and everywhere you want it to be! SYDNEY EVENTS Sydney celebrates like no other city, and every month of the year offers incredible events for locals and visitors alike. From yacht races to jazz festivals, film festivals to harvest celebrations, Sydney uses any reason to make a special occasion bigger and better. Year round temperate temperatures only increase the opportunity for outdoor soirees, concerts, and festivities, and the city also provides numerous indoor venues for great events as well. Any month is a good month to be in the city, and any schedule will find time for these great festivities. Sydney events are will be the icing on your vacation cake. SYDNEY NIGHTLIFE Few cities offer the variety and quality of nightlife options as Sydney. From world-class opera, theater, dance and classical music, to the hottest in nightclubs, casinos, and discos, Sydney knows how to supply the entertainment and the venues for some of your most unforgettable nights. Nightlife choices here also include comedy clubs, pubs, sports bars, live music venues and karaoke clubs. As for which you'll pick, well, try one or try them all. The city provides everything you'll need for the perfect endings to your vacation days. All the choices and the good times are yours with all the incredible Sydney nightlife. Don't miss the opportunity for, or a moment of, a vacation of a lifetime. Get to Sydney!