7 Days in Sydney: A Journey Down Under

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21 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Sydney's iconic landmarks, vibrant markets, and breathtaking wildlife. Discover the wonders of the Australian National Maritime Museum, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and Darling Harbour. Get your adrenaline pumping at Luna Park Sydney and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Immerse yourself in art and culture at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Encounter exotic animals at Taronga Zoo Sydney and marvel at the architectural masterpiece of Sydney Opera House. Explore the lush Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Paddy's Markets Haymarket. Unleash your inner child at Bicentennial Park and Raging Waters Sydney. Get up close with native wildlife at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and relax in the serene Parramatta Park and Auburn Botanic Gardens. Indulge in scenic beauty along the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk and immerse yourself in art at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Experience tranquility at the Chinese Garden of Friendship and delve into science and technology at the Powerhouse Museum. Savor fresh seafood at Sydney Fish Market and admire the architectural grandeur of Queen Victoria Building. Find solace in the lush greenery of Hyde Park and delve into history at the Australian Museum. Conclude your journey with a visit to the magnificent St Mary's Cathedral.

Trip to Sydney

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Maritime Marvels and Aquatic Wonders

$325

Harbourside attraction with naval vessels, a replica of Cook's Endeavor and temporary exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

8 - 11 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$150

8 - 11 min

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$75

Day 2Thrills, Art, and History

$325

$ 14

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$150

17 - 26 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$100

27 - 40 min

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Vibrant open-air waterfront market, held each weekend, with stalls for local crafts & street food.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$75

12 - 15 min

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

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Wildlife Encounters and Botanical Bliss

$300

$ 27

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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$175

13 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$125

10 - 15 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Large, time-tested marketplace with an eclectic array of goods such as souvenirs, clothes & produce.

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Parks, Waterslides, and Zoo Adventures

$325

$ 27

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

20 - 24 min

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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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$200

8 - 10 min

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Modest zoo with native & exotic wildlife, an aquarium with penguins & up-close animal encounters.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$125

Day 5Wildlife Diversity and Serene Gardens

$125

$ 27

Wildlife park with over 1,700 birds, mammals & reptiles, plus a cafe, picnic area & souvenir shop.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$125

24 - 29 min

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Flower-filled park with a bike loop, playgrounds, al fresco concerts & Old Government House museum.

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Sizable, scenic locale featuring a sunken rose & Japanese garden, plus a fauna reserve & aviary.

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Coastal Beauty and Artistic Delights

$175

$ 27

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

22 - 27 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$50

7 - 9 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$50

8 - 12 min

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

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$75

14 - 21 min

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

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Architectural Splendor and Cultural Exploration

$75

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 - 11 min

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Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$75

5 - 8 min

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Gothic-style Catholic cathedral built of local sandstone from 1868-1928, offering mass & exhibits.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1770 In total

Activities & Food:$1650

Transport:$120