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Sydney Adventure: 10 Days of Thrills and Wonders

ZACHARY HOLICKY

ZACHARY HOLICKY

15 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through Sydney's vibrant attractions and breathtaking landscapes. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this 10-day itinerary will leave you spellbound. Join us as we explore museums, beaches, national parks, and more!

Trip to Sydney

Day 1Unveiling the City's Treasures
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$94

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$ 34

Powerhouse Museum
Founded in 1879, this museum has state-of-the-art exhibitions on futurology, transport and ecology.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$94
7 - 10 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
14 - 17 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.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Bondi Beach
This popular surf spot features a wide sandy beach, waterfront eateries & a skate park.
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Coastal Bliss and Artistic Delights
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$1313

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$ 34

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk
Sweeping ocean vistas from an iconic 3-km. trail along the cliffs between well-known Sydney beaches.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Tamarama Beach
Relaxed beach in a small, scenic cove featuring a grassy picnic area, playground & food options.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Art Gallery of New South Wales
Contemporary, modern & indigenous art displayed in a classical-style building, founded in 1871.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$63
8 - 10 min

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BridgeClimb Sydney
Tour company guiding visitors on climbs up the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge for stunning city views.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$1250
Day 3Modern Art, Historic Charm, and Natural Wonders
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$282

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$ 34

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Cutting-edge Australian & international contemporary art in a grand, waterside art deco building.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$94
4 - 6 min

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The Rocks Market
Vibrant open-air waterfront market, held each weekend, with stalls for local crafts & street food.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Luna Park Sydney
Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top & a Ferris wheel.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$188
44 - 53 min

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
More than 350 Aboriginal sites are recorded in this protected area of coastal bush & beaches.
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Serenity, Adventure, and Urban Marvels
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$282

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$ 34

Chinese Garden of Friendship
Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
4 - 6 min

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Darling Harbour
Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions & hosting large-scale events.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$94
12 - 15 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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$125
18 - 22 min

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Lane Cove National Park
Nature area offering wooded hiking paths, boat rides on a quiet river & many picnic areas.
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Majestic Architecture and Cultural Immersion
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$250

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$ 17

Queen Victoria Building
George McRae-designed building in a Romanesque style and now housing a varied collection of stores.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Australian Museum
Founded in 1827, Australia's oldest museum has expansive zoological and anthropological collections.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$94
14 - 17 min

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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Sydney Opera House
Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music & dance, plus guided tours.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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$156
Day 6Wildlife Encounters and Urban Oasis
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$344

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$ 34

Taronga Zoo Sydney
Harbourside animal attraction with over 350 separate species & a ferry service to the city centre.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$219
17 - 21 min

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St Mary's Cathedral
Gothic-style Catholic cathedral built of local sandstone from 1868-1928, offering mass & exhibits.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Hyde Park
Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Sydney Tower Eye
Landmark tower building with a 4-D cinema, observation deck & outdoor viewing platform.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$125
7 - 9 min

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Barangaroo Reserve
Waterfront park with walking & cycling paths, plus a variety of trees, grassy areas & scenic views.
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Nature's Playground and Animal Kingdom
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$407

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$ 34

Bicentennial Park
Public park with a lake, fields & trees, plus playground, trails, cafe & 17-m. observation platform.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Raging Waters Sydney
Sizable waterpark offering long slides, a lazy river with tubes & a beach, plus a surfing area.
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$250
11 - 14 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.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$156
Day 8Zoological Wonders and Culinary Delights
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$157

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$ 50

Sydney Zoo
Modest zoo with native & exotic wildlife, an aquarium with penguins & up-close animal encounters.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$156
22 - 27 min

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Parramatta Park
Flower-filled park with a bike loop, playgrounds, al fresco concerts & Old Government House museum.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Auburn Botanic Gardens
Sizable, scenic locale featuring a sunken rose & Japanese garden, plus a fauna reserve & aviary.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Sydney Fish Market
Large marketplace featuring shops for seafood, deli items, wine & baked goods, plus restaurants.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 9Waterfront Marvels and Captivating Wildlife
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$532

King Street Wharf Darling Harbour
Vibrant development along Darling Harbour featuring diverse global restaurants & stylish bars.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Unique zoo featuring native animals in walk-through habitats, plus daily shows & feeding sessions.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$156
1 - 2 min

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Madame Tussauds Sydney
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$188
2 - 3 min

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$188
Day 10Maritime Heritage and Natural Splendor
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$125

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$ 50

Australian National Maritime Museum
Harbourside attraction with naval vessels, a replica of Cook's Endeavor and temporary exhibitions.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
12 - 15 min

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Carriageworks
Diverse arts spaces & a Saturday farmers' market in a 19th-century railyard & blacksmith workshop.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Sydney Park
Grassy, 40-hectare park featuring landscaped gardens & wetlands, plus historical kilns & chimneys.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Kamay Botany Bay National Park
Coastal national park with historic Aboriginal sites, dramatic headlands & whale watching.
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $4097 In total

Activities & Food:$3782
Transport:$316