Sydney Pocket Guide

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While it isn't the capital, Sydney is by far the largest and most extravagant of all of Australia's cities. It has a population of four million people, busy streets, and imposing skyscrapers. It also has one of the most spectacular harbours in the world where you will find two of Australia's most instantly recognisable landmarks. Just to make things even sweeter, within 20 minutes from the city centre you can sunbathe on one of the world's most famous beaches. And while it has all the characteristics of a brash American city such as busy streets and imposing skyscrapers, there is something very homely about Australia's largest city.


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In The Guide

  • Cheap Eats Find out what restaurants are best value for money and what are the local specialties.
  • Don't Miss A list of the best local attractions and places worth visiting whilst in Sydney.
  • Budget Tips Insider tips on how to save money or what to do when you don't have any!
  • A day in Sydney... Only have one day to spare? We give you our ultimate day in Sydney.

Sydney City Reviews

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    amylcooper

    Sydney!

    I love Sydney, but it requires a bit more walking compared to cities such as Melbourne because its so much bigger. Definetley reccommend catching the Ferry over to Manly such a good day trip!

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    jamesg6669546

    Sydney

    great city, good nights out in Kings cross, cheap places to eat, subway system is quick and handy, sunshine and beachs, must be amazing in summer.

    Insider Tip:Best place to stay is in the cross !

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    datto_12004767

    Sydney

    Sydney was lovely, expensive but great! i was lucky enough to be there during the vivid light show down at the opera house and it was a sight! such an amazing light show and defiantly one of the best free things i could do whilst i was there! also loved the rocks and all the nice little bars and the markets! china town was great for food and once again paddy's markets were great for some cheap food clothing and accessories. As for the nightlife it was great drinks were pretty expensive though

    Insider Tip:If your out for a big night look for the cheap bars in the cbd like bar century $3 drinks and defo hit up the cross one night your there most places do have cover charge but soo worth and even in the cross there are cheap bars, i bar is one of them with the cheapest shots! $3 dollars i think

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    Grantlin

    Sydney has many bargains and colorful neighborhoods to explore.

    You never need pay more than $10 for a decent meal in a restaurant or pub. There are so many places that offer specials, if you map carefully you can eat at a different place every night of the week and not break your budget. It's cheaper than most fast-food chains!

    Insider Tip:The Blue Mountains is a great little day trip. Rally your hostel roommates to join you, it's much more fun in a group.

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    acsneto

    Sydney, a surprising city.

    Sydney is a city that will surprise any of its travellers. With a wide range of activity, this city can please every existing personality. There you will find from a local history museum to an outstanding music hall where you can listen to a great variety of genres. Prepare yourself to have some stores and malls closing at 5pm even in summertime, which can gets one nuts, but don't worry, you will always find something cool and attracting to do in the shining Sydney.

    Insider Tip:- Water in Sydney and all over Australia is a bit expensive, so you shall buy one bottle and reuse it the most you can by getting water by some driking fountains that there are around the city and shopping malls; - Meat is very expensive in Australia, but a good option and not so expensive that worths trying is Kangaroo Meat.

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