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6 Days in Sydney: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Aslan Bennington Barr

Aslan Bennington Barr

18 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day itinerary to Sydney, NSW, Australia. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Day 1
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$148

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$38
13 - 20 min

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Madame Tussauds Sydney
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$38
4 - 5 min

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Marrickville Pork Roll
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$25
5 - 8 min

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Powerhouse Museum
Founded in 1879, this museum has state-of-the-art exhibitions on futurology, transport and ecology.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$19
Ho Jiak Haymarket
Bursting with modern Malaysian flavours, and packed with heart, soul and a whole lot of spice. A place where Penang street food, traditionally eaten with your hands, meets generous family style Nyonya feasts.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$29
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$112

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Chinese Garden of Friendship
Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$13
12 - 17 min

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Australian National Maritime Museum
Harbourside attraction with naval vessels, a replica of Cook's Endeavor and temporary exhibitions.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$25
3 - 4 min

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Ho Jiak Town Hall
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$38
7 - 10 min

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Queen Victoria Building
George McRae-designed building in a Romanesque style and now housing a varied collection of stores.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Gowings Bar & Grill
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$85

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$ 7

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Anzac Memorial
National war memorial featuring a small museum & a pink granite exterior with sculptures & reliefs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 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
$19
8 - 11 min

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Riley St Garage
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$25
11 - 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$13
6 - 9 min

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Paddington Reservoir Gardens
Urban sunken garden in an old reservoir, with arches of salvaged masonry & modern steel boardwalks.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Free
Saint Peter
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
$28
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$81

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$ 7

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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St Mary's Cathedral
Gothic-style Catholic cathedral built of local sandstone from 1868-1928, offering mass & exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
7 - 9 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Bar Luca
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$34
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.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Hyde Park Barracks
Former prison providing a glimpse into the lives of convicts & orphans who dwelt there in the 1800s.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
$13
Samosorn - Thai Local Food Hall
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$34
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$161

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$ 10

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
16 - 23 min

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
13 - 16 min

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Luna Park Sydney
Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top & a Ferris wheel.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$38
1 - 2 min

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Bennelong Restaurant
Bennelong serves to celebrate The Sydney Opera House and its extraordinary architecture by offering a culturally significant and inspiring menu showcasing a most magnificent production of Australian food and wine
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$36
8 - 12 min

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Sydney Opera House
Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music & dance, plus guided tours.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$31
Aria Restaurant Sydney
A synergy of many elements, in an unrivalled harbourside location, Aria is one of Australia’s finest restaurants. Aria brings together the vision of owners Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon, the creativity of Executive Chef Joel Bickford, the best seasonal produce and a world-class wine list in a stun...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$31
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$125

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$ 10

The Capsule Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Taronga Zoo Sydney
Harbourside animal attraction with over 350 separate species & a ferry service to the city centre.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$44
4 - 5 min

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Quay Restaurant
Consistently ranked as the number 1 restaurant Australia, and in 2011 also # 26 in the world. Awe-inspiring natural food incredibly presented.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$26
4 - 5 min

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The Rocks Market
Vibrant open-air waterfront market, held each weekend, with stalls for local crafts & street food.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Cutting-edge Australian & international contemporary art in a grand, waterside art deco building.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$19
Tapavino Tapas Bar
A celebration of Sherry, Wine, Food, & Friends.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
The Capsule Hotel
Innovative capsule-style rooms with flat-screen TVs, plus a bar, a shared kitchenette & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $743 In total

Activities & Food:$710
Transport:$34