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8 Days in Sydney: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Mintz Myway

Mintz Myway

16 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Sydney, NSW, Australia. Explore iconic landmarks, hidden gardens, and indulge in delicious cuisine along the way.

Trip to Sydney

Day 1
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$21

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$ 10

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Pablo & Rusty's
Back in 2004, Saxon Wright established Pablo & Rusty's. It all began, quite simply, as a gift to two coffee fanatics - Pablo and Rusty. The brand was, and is, an homage to these two. They also happen to be brothers-in-law.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
8 - 10 min

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Hyde Park
Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Local artist’s small, romantic oasis, open to the public for picnics, walks & harbour views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Bay Ten Espresso
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$25

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$ 10

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Lachlan's Old Government House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
6 - 8 min

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Parramatta Park
Flower-filled park with a bike loop, playgrounds, al fresco concerts & Old Government House museum.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Grill'd
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$23

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$ 14

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

49 - 59 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
20 - 24 min

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The Australian Botanic Garden
Vast botanic garden with natural woodland, colorful flowers & open spaces, plus a cafe & gift shop.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Red Rooster
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$26

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$ 10

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Bourke Street Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
10 - 12 min

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King Street Wharf Darling Harbour
Vibrant development along Darling Harbour featuring diverse global restaurants & stylish bars.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Paddy's Markets Haymarket
Large, time-tested marketplace with an eclectic array of goods such as souvenirs, clothes & produce.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Do Dee Paidang
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$41

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$ 10

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Quarry St Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
12 - 15 min

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Darling Harbour
Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions & hosting large-scale events.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
17 - 26 min

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Mrs Macquarie's Chair
Sandstone bench carved by convicts in 1811 for the then-governor's wife, offering harbour views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
The Spice Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$11
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$65

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$ 7

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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The Fine Food Store
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
16 - 23 min

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Sydney Opera House
Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music & dance, plus guided tours.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$31
Ribs & Burgers the Rocks
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$19
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$27

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$ 14

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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The Boathouse Balmoral Beach
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
30 - 36 min

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Hornby Lighthouse
This still functioning, red & white striped lighthouse was first constructed in 1858.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Bertoni Casalinga
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$32

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$ 14

London Plane Backpackers

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Brasserie Bread
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
46 - 56 min

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Kamay Botany Bay National Park
Coastal national park with historic Aboriginal sites, dramatic headlands & whale watching.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Bare Grill & Cafe
Established in 2014, we specialise in burgers and ribs. We also have great coffee, drinks, milkshakes and serve a delicious breakfast, lunch & dinner.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$21
London Plane Backpackers
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $346 In total

Activities & Food:$259
Transport:$87