14 days in Sydney & Melbourne 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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Bondi Beach and The Rocks. Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: Lincoln's Rock (in Blue Mountains National Park), Katoomba (Lady Darley Lookout Track, The Three Sisters, &more) and Shelly Beach (in Manly). And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, take in the dramatic natural features at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, kick back and relax at Manly Beach, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Sydney trip itinerary planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Sydney. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in August, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to fly to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Melbourne Zoo and Eureka Skydeck. Change things up with a short trip to Werribee Open Range Zoo in Werribee (about 42 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, examine the collection at Melbourne Museum, don't miss a visit to Block Arcade, and contemplate the long history of Old Melbourne Gaol.

To find ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Melbourne vacation builder website.

You can fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August, Melbourne is little chillier than Sydney - with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.