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What to do in Sydney in 3 days?

hey there! I'm going to sydney next week end, arriving at 8.30 am on friday and leaving at 6 on monday. What would you advise me to see? Do I have time to go to Bondi Beach? Is it worth it? What about the Hop On Hop Off bus? I don't like museums that much, but id like to see at least the most famous I like parks and markets Where should i Go to really "feel the city"? How is the YHA backpacker in Sydney Central? Do you know a good backpacker downtown, apart from the YHA? Is Sydney still busy on sunday, or after 5 in the afternoon? I actually live in Adelaide and at these times, the city gets really really dead quiet What are the 5 things I should not miss in Sydney? What are the good places for the nightlife? Pubs/bars? A good nightclub? Cheap dining out? Thanks for your help!

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I live in Adelaide now but I grew up in Sydney, hopefully I can help you. Forget Bondi Beach, it's no different to any other Aussie beach except there are more tourists. I believe the hop on hop off bus is good, but i've never used it. The Powerhouse museum (mainly science, gadgets etc) and the Museum of Contemporary Art are the best museums. Sydney is busy after 5, but not so much on a Sunday night. For parks check out the Royal Botanic Gardens and Centennial Park, and Paddys Markets. You absolutely must get out onto the Harbour, either with a tourist cruise day or evening, or just by taking a ferry to Manly beach (sort of like the Glenelg area) or Taronga Zoo which is a very cheap way to do it. Look around the Rocks which has lots of little galleries and quaint shops etc, Darling Harbour, have a look at the Opera House and consider doing a Bridge climb (expensive but worth it). To see how very much more multicultural it is in Sydney head out to Leichardt - little Italy, or Cabramatta - little Vietnam, where you can get a great cheap meal. You might also like to do a day trip to the Blue Mountains, but obviously you might be a bit short of time for this. Night clubs I've got no idea, it's been too long since I lived there.
Hi there, My tips for the Top 5 things you shouldn't miss * the harbour - as already suggested you should go on a tour or ferry. I thought the afternoon harbour tour (3 or 4 hours) was very worthwhile. * walk around the rocks - pick up a brochure from the visitor centre at 106 George Street * I stayed at Kings Cross, and I thought it was a fun place. It was busy until late night, the quiet hours were early in the morning * The Australian Museum - it is the oldest in Australia, it is worth if you are interested in natural history and indigenous culture of Australia and the Pacific region * If you got a car, drive to the northern beaches. I liked Palm Beach and the Barrenjoey Head lighthouse on the Pittwater * The Hop on Hop Off bus, or Sydney Explorer is a great way to get around the city. The ticket is valid for one day, and it is hard to visit everything along the 26 stops. If you are 3 days in Sydney, you might consider buying a Sydney Pass that entitles you to use all Sydney buses (Explorer bus included), ferries and the Manly and Parramatta River Cats. * The lookout from the Centrepoint tower is awesome on a clear day. Sorry, these are more than five things, and I could certainly add more. Have a good time.
The classic things are Sydney Harbour, Opera House (you can go in there), Harbour Bridge; the old pubs on the Rocks, Darling Harbour (Sydney Aquarium), Botanical Gardens (just south of the Opera House), Woolloomooloo Wharf, Kings Cross, go up to the Sydney Tower; Chinatown (and Paddy's Markets); and Bondi and Manly Beaches. To "really feel the city", head to some inner suburbs with character, like Newtown (bohemic, colourful and interesting), Glebe (cafes, markets and locals), Balmain (live music in the pubs, thats where locals go night time); and also just the CBD, like Pitt Street and George Street. There are nice restaurants everywhere but i really like Spanish Quarters along George Street. Yep, Sydney is busy almost 24/7, definitely also after 5pm and Sunday afternoons..
Hey, I'm from Adelaide too, and we're trying to move out from there and into Sydney. Anyways, what to do in Sydney, go to shops, ride the train and view the Harbour Bridge, go to Luna Park, etc enjoy your time in Sydney :)
What to see depends on what you are most interested in really. There is a market on the weekend at the Rocks ( old area under the Harbour Bridge ), known as The Rocks Market ( surprise, surprise). There is definitely time to go to Bondi Beach - it's 20-30 mins on the bus from the city, or you can train it to Bondi Junction, and bus it from there. If you like beaches and want to see Sydney Harbour as well, catch a ferry to Manly Beach from Circular Quay. Great fish and chips at Manly Beach on the Corso. You mentioned you aren't into museums that much, however, I'd recommend going to the Museum of Contemporary Art at Circular Quay. Fantastic building and most often cutting edge modern work. Whilst down in that area, a tour of the Opera House, or at least a walk around it is worthwhile. The Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb is fantastic, and a real buzz. The YHA backpacker at Central has a great reputation, and that area has numerous other backpackers - esp in Pitt St between Campbell and Goulburn Sts. Cheap eats - Chinatown - walk down Campbell St, cross over George St and you are in Chinatown. Try the food halls for the cheapest and best variety. Nightclubs - heaps of them - buy the Sydney Morning Herald on the friday and the Metro supplement has the what's on. Invaluable information. There is also plenty of free street press mags available at record shops. By the way, Sydney is busy after 5 and on sundays. Have fun whilst in Sydney. cheers, Robert
Well You already have lots of suggestions. Here are some suggestions for a local: The YHA in Central is excellent and probably the best backpacker place in Sydney. Hit the suburbs to get a feel for Sydney This is especially true of weekends when its pretty quiet in the city. Try Surry Hills for something to eat down Crown Street followed by a couple of drinks in the Clock. Bondi is still a must visit. Head up Hall street (you'll see Ravesis on the corner) and you'll find some cool cafes and shops to explore. It will give you the Sydney vibe and is a great place to meet other travels. Do the walk from Bondi to Coogee. It's breathtaking and you'll get to see other beaches like Tamarama and Bronte which is where the locals tend to head to. As well as the tourist market in the rocks, there's the market in Paddington on Saturday. It is a bit better for girls but still worth a look round and there are a few boutique shops and cafes - another good place to see the real Sydney. Defo get on a ferry. Manly is a good suggestion but you could head to Balmain East - catch the bus up the hill to Gladstone Park and take a wander down the main Darling Street. Or, take the boat to Watson's Bay and enjoy fish and chips on the beach from Doyles. So for an itinerary Day 1 - explore the rocks, sydney opera house, botanical gardens (look for the flying foxes). Do the hop on hop off busMaybe go for a drink in the city on Friday night with the workers - opera bar (next to opera house if the weather is good or go for a more traditional pub around the rocks) Day 2 - Head to Paddington to see the markets. Take a quick detour to Five Ways for lunch. The evening you should hit Kings Cross. This is the party place. There are lots of bars. Piano Bar and Hugos lounge are for the beautiful. For something less pretentious try soho bar which is more of a club so doesn't get going until 10 ish. Day 3 - have brunch at Bondi beach (Hall Street) and then do the walk to Coogee. Catch the bus back to Circular Quay. Do a ferry ride Eat out in Surry Hills and enjoy a couple of drinks at the Clock. Try Napalese Kitchen for something different and very reasonable (BYO) Hope this helps! For more information go to http://www.realaustraliatravel.com/travel-sydney-australia.html Have a great time Johanna Looking for real Australia travel tips and destination guides by a local? Visit http://www.realaustraliatravel.com