The 10 Sydney experiences you can’t miss
DON’T LEAVE THE HARBOUR CITY WITHOUT TICKING THESE OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST . . .
CLIMB THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE
Scale the iconic ‘coat hanger’ to enjoy jaw-dropping 360-degree views of the Harbour City. Book now with YHA!
CHECK OUT THE SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE
Snap a selfie on the steps of the iconic landmark, whose white sails curl over Sydney’s sparkling harbour. Free!

The steps of the Sydney Opera House | Credit: Claire Gribbin
SUN-BATHE AT BONDI BEACH
It wouldn’t be a trip to Sydney without joining the bronzed bodies along Sydney’s most famous strip of sand. Free!
GO WILD AT TARONGA ZOO
Just a 12-minute ferry from Circular Quay, your giraffe pics will look better with Sydney Harbour as the backdrop. Book now with YHA!

Giraffe at the Taronga Zoo | Credit: Tom Reynolds
STROLL AROUND BARANGAROO AND DARLING HARBOUR
Sniff out a delicious meal at one of Barangaroo’s trendy eateries or play tourist around the Darling Harbour precinct. Free!
SCALE SYDNEY TOWER
Towering 309m above the streets below, Sydney’s tallest building offers bird’s eye views of the city . . . if you’re not afraid of heights! Book now with YHA!

The view from Sydney Tower | Credit: Jennifer Morrow
EXPLORE THE ROCKS
Step back in time to Sydney’s convict past by winding through the laneways of the city’s most historic area. Free!

The Rocks precinct in Sydney | Credit: Clive
POP INTO ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL
Marvel at this sandstone neo-gothic masterpiece shadowing Hyde Park. Free!
CATCH THE FERRY TO COCKATOO ISLAND
The largest island in the harbour – only a quick ferry from Circular Quay – boasts a rich convict history and peerless views of the city.

Cockatoo Island | Credit: Hasitha Tudugalle
VISIT SYDNEY SEA LIFE AQUARIUM
And after you’ve gone under the sea, get up close and personal with Aussie animals at Wild Life Sydney Zoo. Book now with YHA!

Sharks at the Sydney Sea Life Aquarium | Credit: Johnny Jet
This article was originally published by our mates down at YHA Australia.
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Sydney is the wonderful city to travel and explore the new things I haven’t know before I read this article. The city is full of love. I would happy to travel next trip to Sydney, Australia.
Thanks!