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A Week in Sydney: Explore the Best of the City

Luiz Cordioli

Luiz Cordioli

13 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through Sydney, NSW, Australia. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this stunning city.

Day 1
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$56

Powerhouse Museum
Founded in 1879, this museum has state-of-the-art exhibitions on futurology, transport and ecology.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$38
3 - 4 min

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Edition Coffee Roasters
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 2
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$24

Hyde Park
Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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St Mary's Cathedral
Gothic-style Catholic cathedral built of local sandstone from 1868-1928, offering mass & exhibits.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Flour and Stone
Artisan Baked Goods, Rabbit Hole tea and Coffee Alchemy.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
Day 3
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$106

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$ 7

Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
Wildlife park with over 1,700 birds, mammals & reptiles, plus a cafe, picnic area & souvenir shop.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
36 - 44 min

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Chinese Garden of Friendship
Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$25
6 - 9 min

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Mamak
Mamak is an award winning Malaysian restaurant, with branches in Sydney and Melbourne. Named after the roadside stalls of Kuala Lumpur that peddle Indian Malay street food, Mamak is renown for authentic, bold and traditional flavours, with smart and friendly service.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 4
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$97

Sydney Opera House
Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music & dance, plus guided tours.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
16 - 23 min

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Ribs & Burgers the Rocks
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 5
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$72

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$ 7

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$50
27 - 40 min

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The Tea Cosy
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$22
Day 6
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$38

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
Free
4 - 6 min

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Ho Jiak
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 7
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$145

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
8 - 11 min

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Darling Harbour
Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions & hosting large-scale events.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$38
5 - 8 min

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Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$32

Budget breakdown: $550 In total

Activities & Food:$536
Transport:$14