Top Reasons to Go

A Harbor Sail: Take a ferry, sail a yacht, or paddle a kayak, but make sure you get out into Sydney Harbour. It's a glorious sight. Check out the Sydney Harbour section for tours of the harbor by boat.

A Night at the Opera: From rock to rap, theater to tap dancing, there's always something interesting happening at the world's most famous playhouse.

Exquisite Dining: Sydney restaurants are among the finest eateries in the world. Don't miss out on the fresh seafood and top-notch Mod Oz and Asian cuisines.

Glorious Beaches: Sydneysiders are besotted by the beach, and you'll be, too. With 40 to choose from, you can watch surfers ride the waves or paddle around the calmer waters of a sheltered harbor beach.

National Parks and Wildlife: Sydney's untamed beauty is close at hand. See native birds and colorful wildflowers just a few miles from the city.