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.

Get outdoors at Manly Beach and Bondi Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at The Rocks and Sydney Opera House. Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: The Three Sisters (in Katoomba), Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum (in Faulconbridge) and The National Pass (in Blue Mountains National Park). And it doesn't end there: get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, contemplate the long history of The Rocks Discovery Museum, and meet the residents at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Sydney sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. In July, daytime highs in Sydney are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.