Welcome to Sydney!

Fun and Frolic? Sydney is just that! Go with the flow, relax and enjoy this friendly and lively city with its happy vibes!

Look around Sydney, and savour the natural bounty of New South Wales. Meet the friendly locals, marvel at the heritage of the aboriginals and explore the outback. Drive through the beautiful landscape, and let your tongue twist over the quirky names of the towns and regions along the way. Lie on the sands of the Bondi Beach and script your own Bay Watch, or climb up the hills and breathe in the crisp, cool mountain air.

Stroll through one of the World Heritage national parks or sample the wines from vintage vineyards. There are many Sydney tours that can show you the many highlights of the city. Come back to some exciting shopping and pick up some amazing bargains, before retiring to your hotel. In Sydney, you will be run off your feet - and you'll love it!

The perfect way to get to know this world class city is to enjoy a local tour in Sydney. With an exciting mix of cultures, a great climate, and a wealth of natural wonders, there are almost too many things to see and do while you are here. Topping the list is the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which spans the harbour, connecting the main city to Northern Sydney. The best way to enjoy the view is to take a walk or a bicycle ride across the bridge. You can even attempt to climb the arches of this bridge with the help of BridgeClimb. For an aerial view of the harbour, you can hire the services of Red Baron Adventures.

Another all time favourite in the city is the Sydney Opera House. Its much famed architecture draws many curious visitors, irrespective of their interest in opera. Just a view of the structure is worth the visit. Darling Harbour is also a popular tourist haunt, with museums, shopping arcades and restaurants lining the block, along with facilities for a range of recreational activities. You can also visit the Sydney Olympic Park in Homebush, the venue of the Summer Olympics held in the year 2000.

If theme parks interest you, check out Luna Park in the vicinity of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The park has a unique entranceway, shaped in the form of a mouth. A ride in the Ferris Wheel will give you a glimpse of pretty much the whole of Sydney. For another view of the city, visit the restaurant situated in the tallest structure in Sydney, Centrepoint Tower, better known as the Sydney Tower. A restaurant and café also operate out of this tower, and is frequented by tourists. Try the Skywalk at the Sydney Tower if you aren’t frightened of heights. You can walk out on to a transparent platform that extends from the roof of this tower and experience the thrill of standing in mid air.

The city can also be quickly explored using the ferry service that plies the harbour at regular times. You can board the ferry at Circular Quay and alight at Parramata, Manly or Taronga Zoo.

Many beautiful islands are located in the centre of the Sydney Harbour, presenting a wonderful view of the sailboats, the harbour, and other buildings on the shoreline. These islands are rarely crowded except for Boxing Day each year, when the world renowned Yacht Race from Sydney to Hobart begins. Many spectators also set sail in the harbour to flag off their favourite participants on a tough journey towards Hobart.

Sydney is the gateway to not only the rest of Australia, but other regions around the Pacific. From Sydney, a trip to Adelaide is a must. With many budget airlines now operating from Sydney to the Pacific - a holiday to Fiji, Samoa or Vanuatu is a great addition to any holiday to Australia.

A generous slice of life at its best, Sydney is truly a bouquet of fun-filled experiences and is sure to leave you happy and enriched. A Sydney tour will help get you acquainted with the local way of life. Spend a day lazing at one of the amazing beaches, then check out some of the bustling nightlife in Sydney. Hotel staff are always willing to provide you with their opinion on where is the best spot to dance the night away!

To choose the right Sydney hotel for you, check out some of our great Sydney places to stay, or use our map to choose your hotel in Sydney based on its location. Being local, we care about our beautiful city, are involved in sustainable tourism activities and have also hotels on our site that have a special 'Caring for the Destination' rating. Check them out!

Let us at Sydney Hotels give you the 'real' meaning of Sydney-mania - we do know our city and all the truly unique spots to make for an interesting holiday experience. And not just the sights and attractions, but also many different and unique hotels in Sydney. Accommodation here is varied - there is something for everyone. We'll see you soon... cheers mate!

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