8 days in Sydney Itinerary

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.

Relax by the water at Manly Beach and Bouddi National Park. Shop till you drop at Sydney Fish Market and Katoomba Antique Centre. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sydney: Wentworth Falls (Falls Gallery & Wentworth Falls Lookout) and Katoomba (The Three Sisters, Lost Bear Gallery, &more). There's much more to do: take a stroll through The Rocks, examine the collection at Australian National Maritime Museum, admire the striking features of Queen Victoria Building, and listen to music at Sydney Opera House.

To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Sydney holiday maker site.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiport is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. In August, daytime highs in Sydney are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel back home.