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10 Days in Sydney: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Leticia Diez

Leticia Diez

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Sydney, exploring iconic landmarks, indulging in delectable cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the city. From the Sydney Opera House to hidden cafes and bustling markets, this itinerary is packed with excitement and unforgettable experiences.

Trip to Sydney

Day 1Noodles, Markets, and Museums
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$58

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$ 4

Do Dee Paidang
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Australian Museum
Founded in 1827, Australia's oldest museum has expansive zoological and anthropological collections.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$19
4 - 5 min

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Madame Shanghai
Madame Shanghai is a Darlinghurst restaurant & bar serving contemporary Chinese. Come & taste our modern Shanghai food & Chinese BBQ.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$18
5 - 8 min

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Flour and Stone
Artisan Baked Goods, Rabbit Hole tea and Coffee Alchemy.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 2Sky-high Views and Artistic Wonders
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$85

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$ 4

Parlour Cucina
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
3 - 4 min

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Sydney Tower Eye
Landmark tower building with a 4-D cinema, observation deck & outdoor viewing platform.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Art Gallery of New South Wales
Contemporary, modern & indigenous art displayed in a classical-style building, founded in 1871.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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The Spice Room
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
15 - 22 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.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Harry's Cafe de Wheels
Harry's Cafe de Wheels is a moveable food van, similar to those found at funfairs, with a hung awning. It has been moved a number of times in its history but the van is now permanently fixed on a masonry base. The caravan walls have been decorated with custom painted murals by Alan Puckett.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 3Coffee, Parks, and Architectural Marvels
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$35

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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$14
5 - 8 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
8 - 11 min

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Queen Victoria Building
George McRae-designed building in a Romanesque style and now housing a varied collection of stores.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Ho Jiak
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
3 - 4 min

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The Grounds of the City
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 4Opera House, Gardens, and Thrilling Rides
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$78

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$ 4

Cafe Opera
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
5 - 8 min

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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Bay Ten Espresso
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$14
8 - 11 min

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Luna Park Sydney
Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top & a Ferris wheel.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$38
16 - 23 min

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The Northside Bunker
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
Day 5Gourmet Delights and Iconic Landmarks
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$88

The Fine Food Store
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
15 - 22 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
16 - 24 min

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The Tea Cosy
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$9
13 - 20 min

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
27 - 40 min

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Ribs & Burgers the Rocks
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$11
Day 6Wildlife Encounters and Authentic Pizza
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$88

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$ 10

Bacino Espresso
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
5 - 6 min

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Taronga Zoo Sydney
Harbourside animal attraction with over 350 separate species & a ferry service to the city centre.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$44
10 - 12 min

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Fratelli's Pizza
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
10 - 12 min

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Celsius Coffee Co.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$19
Day 7Historic Sites and Burger Delights
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$74

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$ 10

Lachlan's Old Government House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
9 - 14 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
23 - 28 min

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Big Chief Burgers
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
10 - 12 min

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Sydney Zoo
Modest zoo with native & exotic wildlife, an aquarium with penguins & up-close animal encounters.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$31
11 - 14 min

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Max Brenner Chocolate Bar
Max Brenner is creating a new chocolate culture worldwide. Imagine a world of huge chocolate bricks, fine pralines, colourful tins & melted chocolate poured over desserts. That’s the world you enter at Max Brenner Chocolate Bar. We invite you to watch, smell, taste & feel Max’s love story.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8Coffee Culture and Seafood Galore
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$71

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$ 7

The Coffee Emporium
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
6 - 8 min

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Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
Wildlife park with over 1,700 birds, mammals & reptiles, plus a cafe, picnic area & souvenir shop.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$31
36 - 44 min

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Social Brew Cafe
Social Brew Cafe is a stylish spot, with great service, as well as that aforementioned delicious feed.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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Sydney Fish Market
Large marketplace featuring shops for seafood, deli items, wine & baked goods, plus restaurants.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Quarry St Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
Day 9Aquarium Marvels and Artistic Delights
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$88

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$ 4

Caffe Amici
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
5 - 8 min

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
7 - 9 min

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The MCA Cafe & Sculpture Terrace
A great alfresco cafe with unbeatable view over Sydney Harbour, level 4 terrace at Museum of Contemporary Art. Open daily from 10am with a casual mod oz café menu for brunch, lunch, coffee & cake. + Free live music with terrace bar open until 10pm Thursdays
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
1 - 2 min

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Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Cutting-edge Australian & international contemporary art in a grand, waterside art deco building.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$19
3 - 4 min

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La Renaissance Patisserie Francaise
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 10Harbor Views and Cultural Exploration
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$94

Quarry St Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
6 - 9 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
6 - 9 min

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Edition Coffee Roasters
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$22
4 - 5 min

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Powerhouse Museum
Founded in 1879, this museum has state-of-the-art exhibitions on futurology, transport and ecology.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$19
4 - 5 min

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Marrickville Pork Roll
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22

Budget breakdown: $794 In total

Activities & Food:$754
Transport:$40