Sydney, Australia

The distinctive Sydney Opera House greets you as you enter this most picturesque of harbors. Learn more about the birthplace of Australia with a visit to the historic "Rocks" section, or watch the street performers and shop for "Australiana" at Darling Harbor.

Attractions

It's no coincidence that Sydney Aquarium is Australia's #1 Attraction. Nowhere else in the world will you find a more extensive collection of Australian aquatic life with over 11,000 animals.

Activities

• Sydney Harbour National Park protects a series of foreshore lands and islands in and around one of the worlds most beautiful harbours


• Across the world's most spectacular harbour, award winning Taronga Zoo is a Sydney experience not to be missed


• The Rocks lies beneath the giant arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and overlooks the famous sails of the Opera House. This historic quarter of Sydney was the site of the first colonial settlement in Australia in 1788. The Rocks is now home to colourful characters, residents and artists.


• At Royal National Park you can walk the coast for magnificent views, or experience the variety of habitats, including heath, rainforests, open woodlands and estuarine systems


• Captain Cooks landing place, part of Botany Bay National Park, features historic monuments, picnic areas, wood barbecues, walking tracks and the discovery centre with two exhibitions, wetlands exhibition and cook exhibitions


• Sydney Olympic Park, home of the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games is a gold medal attraction, offering plenty of activity every day for everyone


• Take a 'Behind the Scenes Tour of Sydney Theatre Company complex at The Wharf at Walsh Bay. During this theatrical and architectural tour of an historic site trained volunteers explain the working background to a performing arts production.


• Take home more than just a photo; venture beneath the sails of Sydney Opera House for an unforgettable experience!

Adventures

• Go surfing at Manly Beach


• South Cronulla beach is safe and sandy - and with gentle waves it is great for all beach activities, from swimming to building sandcastles. The nearby tidal pools provide an even more protected swimming in environment and the surrounding rock pools are great fun to explore.


• Bondi, home of Australia's oldest Life Saving Club, is popular with the locals who participate in a wealth of activities that include beach volleyball, surfing, jogging, skateboarding on the ramp, roller blading and power walking

Currency

Australian currency ($A) is decimal with the dollar as the basic unit (100 cents equals one dollar). The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, Bankcard, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa and JCB.

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