9 Days in Sydney: A Journey of Adventure and Delight

Esperanza Albani

10 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day escapade to Sydney, NSW, Australia. Discover breathtaking coastal walks, immerse yourself in vibrant cultural experiences, and indulge in delectable culinary delights. Join me as I explore iconic landmarks, uncover hidden gems, and create unforgettable memories in the enchanting city of Sydney.

Trip to Sydney

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beach Bliss and Museum Marvels

$124

$ 14

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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Sweeping ocean vistas from an iconic 3-km. trail along the cliffs between well-known Sydney beaches.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Founded in 1879, this museum has state-of-the-art exhibitions on futurology, transport and ecology.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$36

1 - 2 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

Day 2Gardens, Art, and Iconic Eats

$182

$ 7

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

5 - 8 min

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Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

4 - 6 min

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Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions & hosting large-scale events.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$38

12 - 15 min

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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.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$44

7 - 10 min

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Contemporary, modern & indigenous art displayed in a classical-style building, founded in 1871.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 3Cafes, Markets, and Cultural Delights

$108

$ 14

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Social Brew Cafe is a stylish spot, with great service, as well as that aforementioned delicious feed.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

4 - 5 min

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Large marketplace featuring shops for seafood, deli items, wine & baked goods, plus restaurants.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Founded in 1827, Australia's oldest museum has expansive zoological and anthropological collections.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$38

4 - 5 min

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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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$24

5 - 8 min

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Artisan Baked Goods, Rabbit Hole tea and Coffee Alchemy.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 4Coffee, Shopping, and Aquatic Wonders

$139

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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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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$18

5 - 8 min

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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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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

8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$28

5 - 8 min

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Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$75

5 - 8 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

Day 5History, Parks, and Celebrity Encounters

$137

$ 20

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

9 - 14 min

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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

29 - 35 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$75

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 6Gastronomic Delights and Scenic Splendors

$132

$ 27

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

12 - 18 min

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Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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Sandstone bench carved by convicts in 1811 for the then-governor's wife, offering harbour views.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

8 - 11 min

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Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 7Espresso, Thrills, and Opera House Glamour

$222

$ 20

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

8 - 11 min

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Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top & a Ferris wheel.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

13 - 16 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

15 - 22 min

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Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music & dance, plus guided tours.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$63

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 8Zoo Adventures and Artistic Inspirations

$197

$ 27

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

5 - 6 min

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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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$88

19 - 23 min

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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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$32

1 - 2 min

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Cutting-edge Australian & international contemporary art in a grand, waterside art deco building.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 9Maritime Tales and Towering Heights

$612

$ 20

Song Hotel Sydney

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Antidote is an on-the-go café, specialising in coffee and tea brewing techniques from around the globe. Sip on your favourite espresso concoction, or try one of the more exotic brewing techniques such as Siphon, Cold Drip, Pour Over or Trifecta.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

5 - 8 min

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