The most visited of all Australian cities, Sydney is often hailed as a backpacker’s paradise. It lies at the meeting point of the Australian land with that of its vast open waters. There is plenty to do and to see here in Sydney. On top of that, if you are planning to spend the next 72 hours here, you are in for a treat. Finding suitable accommodation in Sydney is not at all a big issue as the city is brimming with awesome places to stay like the Savoy Hotel.
The city is known for its appealing possibilities for anyone and everyone looking forward to spending some quality time in Sydney. Let us take a look at three of the most popular places to visit here:
Sydney’s Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is often deemed as the star of the harbour area. You can hop on to a harbour cruise so that you can get better angles to snap a photo or two of this beautiful creation. The place is brimming with places to eat, guided tours are also available which consist of a visit to the theatres, exhibition rooms, studios, cinema and the concert hall.
Sydney’s Royal Botanic Garden
The Royal Botanic Garden is easily looked upon as an oasis by anyone who plans on getting away from all the hustle and bustle of the city life. It is located at Farm Cove, which is a short walk along the scenic route, along with the waters from the Opera House, mentioned above. The garden is about 30 hectares and consists of several themed gardens. It is a paradise for anyone who has an interest in botany as it houses several species of towering trees, thick palm groves, orchids, ferns, etc. It is also known for its fruit bats which is a great news if you are also into wildlife photography.
The picturesque Bondi Beach, Sydney
While writing about the places to visit in Sydney, it would be really unfair if one fails to mention the fabulous beach the city has to offer to the weary traveller, right? Let us start with the location of Bondi Beach which is a mere 15 minutes away from the heart of the city, by car. It is a great place if you have brought your surfboard with you. It gives off a cosmopolitan vibe and has many cafes making it the perfect place to hang out.
If you are still willing to take a walk after all that strolling in the Opera House and the Royal Botanic Garden, don’t forget to take the beaten path from Bondi to Coogee which is a coastal walk by the cliffs.
Apart from paying the above places a visit, don’t forget to visit the Barangaroo Reserve. It is a class apart and an ideal example of an urban renewal project that succeeded far better than expected. It is the perfect place for you and your loved ones if you plan on taking a stroll along the harbour. It was once a container terminal which is now home to more than 70,000 species of native plant life and trees, exhibition space, cycling tracks, restaurants, shops and much more.
