Sydney Tourist Information
Sydney Tourist Information
Welcome to Sydney
Sydney - it's so easy to see why it was voted the World's Best City in 1996 at the Travel & Leisure World's Best Awards and also in 1996, the Best Destination by The Business Traveller. The city of Sydney and its surrounding suburbs offer the visitor an exciting, fun-filled and richly rewarding holiday experience. And beyond the metropolitan area, the Hawkesbury River in the north offers the ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle with magnificent scenery and many outdoor adventures to enjoy.
Sydney offers a range of actvities and things to do and see in every direction and to suit all ages and tastes. Sydney itself is a mecca for shoppers; The Rocks has its own unique character; Darling Harbour offers a huge variety of fun and entertainment; for culture buffs there are a myriad of experiences in store; Luna Park will appeal to the young and the young at heart; Sydney Harbour offers stunning views and cruises and there's always fascinating Chinatown. Sydney's beaches are always popular and a visit to the city is not complete without indulging in it's wonderful historical points of interest and extensive selection of affordable restaurants, cafes and eateries reflecting the range of nationalities which make up this diverse and richly cultured city.
Although a thriving metropolis, transport throughout the city and suburbs is quick and convenient with a vast rail network, efficient bus service, ferry services and the ever popular taxi. Accommodation is also readily available and ranges from International Luxury Resort Hotels to economical Backpacker and Hostel accommodation.
Clearly, it is easy to see why the city to host the Olympic Games from 15th September to 1st October in the year 2000, attracts more than 9.8 million international and domestic visitors annually. Discover Sydney for yourself - a city of excitement!
