Sydney Travel Guide (NSW, 2000)
Sydney is a vibrant city bursting with character stretching from the shores of the Pacific Ocean to the foot of the Blue Mountains. Whether you seek exhilaration and exploration or 100% relaxation Sydney boasts an impressive list of urban attractions including dining, shopping and recreation.
The personality of Sydney's dining scene is as distinctive as the city itself, reflecting its multicultural diversity and willingness to embrace new things. Find a fresh approach to flavour combinations at numerous gourmet restaurants, many of which are on the harbour and enjoy outstanding views. While high-end dining experiences are plentiful, cafe society thrives in Sydney's inner precincts and beaches. Paddington and Balmain have flourishing pub-dining scenes and quality food is also on offer at historic pubs in The Rocks.
Sydney's shopping offers everything your heart could desire. The City Centre is home to major retail centres offering a range of boutiques and specialty stores, and international designers including DKNY, Versace and Gucci. Find Australian designers such as Morrissey, Collette Dinnigan and Alannah Hill in Oxford Street, Paddington.
Recreation is a specialty of Sydney's, a city that takes full advantage of its natural environs. Soak up Sydney life on the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, just one of many on offer. The Rose Bay to Watson's Bay and The Spit to Manly walks hug the harbour offering spectacular views. Challenge yourself by climbing Sydney's Harbour Bridge or enjoy a thrilling jet-boat jaunt.
Gain an insight into Sydney Harbour's history on a cruise, or board a yacht to explore the harbour's hidden coves. For further relaxation experience the holiday feel of Sydney's Northern Beaches stretching from Manly to Palm Beach. Escape to Outer Sydney to explore areas steeped in history and rich in natural beauty.
Feel free to take part in the Sydney experience, tasting the lifestyle along the way!
The personality of Sydney's dining scene is as distinctive as the city itself, reflecting its multicultural diversity and willingness to embrace new things. Find a fresh approach to flavour combinations at numerous gourmet restaurants, many of which are on the harbour and enjoy outstanding views. While high-end dining experiences are plentiful, cafe society thrives in Sydney's inner precincts and beaches. Paddington and Balmain have flourishing pub-dining scenes and quality food is also on offer at historic pubs in The Rocks.
Sydney's shopping offers everything your heart could desire. The City Centre is home to major retail centres offering a range of boutiques and specialty stores, and international designers including DKNY, Versace and Gucci. Find Australian designers such as Morrissey, Collette Dinnigan and Alannah Hill in Oxford Street, Paddington.
Recreation is a specialty of Sydney's, a city that takes full advantage of its natural environs. Soak up Sydney life on the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, just one of many on offer. The Rose Bay to Watson's Bay and The Spit to Manly walks hug the harbour offering spectacular views. Challenge yourself by climbing Sydney's Harbour Bridge or enjoy a thrilling jet-boat jaunt.
Gain an insight into Sydney Harbour's history on a cruise, or board a yacht to explore the harbour's hidden coves. For further relaxation experience the holiday feel of Sydney's Northern Beaches stretching from Manly to Palm Beach. Escape to Outer Sydney to explore areas steeped in history and rich in natural beauty.
Feel free to take part in the Sydney experience, tasting the lifestyle along the way!
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Angsana Spa | Double Bay
Lying on a massage table, with soothing sounds of rainforest from a hidden speaker Angsana Spa offers a broad range of treatments for soothing aches and pains.
Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park, Sydney | Sydney
This memorial, to perpetuate the memory of the men and women of New South Wales who served in the first World War, was built from the proceeds of public subscription and a State Government grant.
The structure is 100 metres high, its exterior being finished in red granite and the interior in New South Wales white marble. On the main approach is the Lake of Reflections bordered by poplar trees.
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Archibald Memorial, Hyde Park, Sydney | Sydney
This fountain was erected on the terms of the will of the late J. F. Archibald, a prominent Australian journalist. The work is by the famous sculptor, F. Sicard, and is "Commemorative of Australia and France having fought side by side for the liberties of the world".
The sculptor has explained the symbolism as follows: "Apollo (the central figure) represents the Arts (Beauty and Light). Apollo ho...
Argyle Place, Observatory Park | Sydney
Argyle Place, a delightful corner of old Sydney, lies below Observatory Park.
Through Argyle Cut, the Argyle Arts Centre in the old bond store offers an intriguing spot to linger; you can shop as well as watch craftsmen at work on silverware, copperware, leather goods, pottery, stained glass, and art enamels. For dinner you might try the Argyle Tavern on Argyle Street.
Church of the Holy Trinit...
Aroma Ki | Collaroy
The northern beaches’ newest relaxation haven and wellness centre is now open at Collaroy Beach. Aroma Ki Day Spa specialises in relaxing and pampering both men and women with exotic, natural treatments that leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired.
The Razul is the house speciality, an Arabian cleansing ritual, medicinal herbs and mud exfoliate the skin, draw out impurities & infuse rich nu...
Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, Sydney. | Sydney
The Art Galley of New South Wales is open from 10.00am to 5.00pm each day with the exception of Good Friday and Christmas Day. Admission is free with the exception that some charges apply to special touring exhibitions. The Gallery has many famous permanent collections including Aboriginal Art, Australian Art, European Art, watercolours, contemporary art, Asian art, Melanesian art, photography and...
Australian Caravan Safari Trails | North Strathfield
Fancy exploring this beautiful country of ours by caravan, motor home or mobile camping vehicle, whilst enjoying the camaraderie of group travel with like-minded people?If so, NRMA Motoring & Services and the Caravan, RV and Accommodation Industry of Australia have an exciting range of Caravan Safari trails just for you. Suitable for both the novice and experienced traveller there are usually six ...
Australian Craft Show Sydney | Sydney
The Australian Craft Show Sydney is Australia's most innovative and contemporary craft event in Australia. The event is usually held in mid August and brings together more than 200 retailers under one roof. Presentations include fashion parades and demonstrations to show how traditional craft techniques are influencing the most cutting-edge fashion and lifestyle trends.
Australian Museum, College Street, Sydney | Sydney
This collection was commenced in 1830, and contains many interesting exhibits in all departments of natural history. Of particular interest are the specimens of Australian native fauna, rocks and minerals, and exhibits dealing with the life and customs of Australian aborigines.
Belmore Returned Services & Community Club | Belmore
This friendly, relaxed club is situated on Burwood Road, in the heart of Sydney’s cosmopolitan suburb of Belmore, which is less than 20 minutes from the city centre. The club has an array of function facilities and a large entertainment area on the ground floor where members and guests can enjoy a drink and play light-hearted games for prizes. The club is particularly proud of its’ First Choic...
Biennale Festival | Sydney
The Biennale of Sydney is Australia’s largest and most exciting visual arts event. It showcases the freshest and most innovative contemporary art from Australia and around the world.
The festival is held in museums and galleries throughout Sydney in mid May presenting a contemporary view on trends in Australian culture and art. Different aspects of Biennale of Sydney lead the audiences to under...
Blackmores Sydney Running Festival | Milsons Point
The annual Blackmores Sydney Running Festival is known the world over as the Sydney Marathon and is held annually in mid September. This community road race closes the Sydney Harbour Bridge and offers participants the opportunity to run across our iconic Australian landmark.
There are four events to choose from; the 42.195km Blackmores Sydney Marathon, 21.0957km Blackmores Half Marathon, 9km S...
Bondi Beach, Sydney | Sydney
Bondi Beach faces south and whilst in the Winter months the sunrise is obscured by the north headland the beach itself remains protected from the Summer north-easterly winds that bring considerable chop to the surf and to Sydney's famous stinging bluebottles. The beach is safe, protected by lifeguards 365 days a year and is famous for its wonderful white fine-grained sand.
Botanic Gardens, Macquarrie Street, Sydney | Sydney
The Botanic Gardens are located on the site of the first government farm, established by Governor Phillip in 1816. A succession of botanists later developed the three distinct areas of the gardens along scientific lines with collections of rare plants and trees. The upper garden was the site of the international exhibition of 1879 and purpose landscaped in Victorian style with statues and formal w...
Cenotaph, Martin Place, Sydney | Sydney
The Cenotaph was erected in 1927 to honour the Australian soldiers and sailors who fell in the first World War. It is built of Moruya granite. The bronze figures of a soldier and a sailor which stand at either end of the main stone are the work of the Australian sculptor, Sir Bertram Mackennal. There are three principal annual ceremonies at the Cenotaph: the Dawn Service at 4.30 am on Anzac Day (2...
Conservatorium of Music, Sydney | Sydney
This building, at the northern entrance to the Botanic Gardens, was erected by Governor Macquarie in 1818 as stables for Government House, It is estimated to have cost 30,000. Before the building was completed, however, its "useless magnificence" was much criticized, and it was officially characterized as "a palace for horses, while human beings remained unhoused". To-day it is the State Conservat...
Darling Harbour, Sydney | Pyrmont
Darling Harbour, a locality of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. is a large recreational and pedestrian precinct situated on western outskirts of the Sydney central business district.
The locality extends northwards from Chinatown, along both sides of Cockle Bay to King Street Wharf on the east, and to the suburb of Pyrmont on the west. Cockle Bay is just one of the waterways that makes up Dar...
Darlinghurst Court, Taylor Square, Darlinghurst | Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst Court is an impressive colonnaded building, an example of Greek Revival architecture. The central portion was designed by Mortimer Lewis in 1837.
The Old Gaol is now part of East Sydney Technical College on Forbes Street, is open daily during the school term. Enclosed inside a massive wall, a collection of austere buildings radiates from a round house, once a chapel. Begun in 1835, t...
Domain, Sydney | Sydney
The Domain is an area of 100 acres adjoining the Botanic Gardens. From a point known as Lady Macquarie's Chair (named after the wife Governor Macquarrie) a pleasant view of the harbour can be obtained.
Also within its boundaries is the National Art Gallery. On Sunday afternoons a cleared area becomes a forum similar to London's Hyde Park, where speakers stand and proclaim to enthralled or amused ...
Elizabeth Bay House, 7 Onslow Avenue, Elizabeth Bay | Elizabeth Bay
Elizabeth Bay House is one of the city's most graceful mansions. Elizabeth Bay House
Built by the fashionable architect John Berge for the Colonial Secretary, Alexander Macleay and his family, Elizabeth Bay House is a superb example of colonial architecture in a magnificent setting overlooking Sydney Harbour. Elegantly furnished to the period 1839 to 1845 the interiors present an invocative pict...

