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A Day in Sydney Australia

BridgeClimb is at the heart of the Sydney map, just a 10 minute walk from the transport hub of Circular Quay. With ferries, trains and buses converging on this point, BridgeClimb forms part of many different Sydney itineraries. Here are some ideas:

The Rocks Itinerary

BridgeClimb is located in the The Rocks, Australia’s oldest European settlement. This is where the First Fleet landed and set up the fragile colony that would become the nation of Australia. The Rocks reflects Australian convict heritage through its cobbled lanes and historic sandstone buildings. It is home to outstanding galleries like Gallery at the Rocks and the prestigious Museum of Contemporary Art, as well as boutique shopping such as the Argyle Centre.

After your Climb, visit the Sydney Harbour Bridge’s Pylon Lookout for another great view of Sydney. Then stop for a meal at the Australian Hotel, a 1913 Australian pub, renowned for its kangaroo, emu and crocodile pizzas. Or have a cocktail at one of the best spots in Sydney –Horizon Bar, Altitude Restaurant or the Shangri-La Hotel.

Sydney Harbour Itinerary

After you have seen it from the top of the Bridge, take in the beauty ofSydney Harbour from sea level. From Circular Quay you can catch aSydney Ferry to many fantastic locations in and around Sydney. All ferries travel past the World Heritage listed Sydney Opera House for a water view of the famous white sails.

Luna Park : A short ferry trip under the Bridge will take you to the best amusement park in Sydney. Here you’ll find a massive three story clown face as you enter. Not many roller coasters can boast a view quite like this as it overlooks Sydney harbour.

Darling Harbour : Sydney’s waterside playground is home to the Chinese Gardens, restaurants, bars and a host of shops and other attractions.

Sydney Beaches Itinerary

Bondi Beach : Much like the BridgeClimb experience, Bondi Beach is an unmissable Sydney attraction. Come and splash in the waves with the surfers, or just sit back and watch from the shade of your beachfront cafe. From BridgeClimb walk to Wynyard train station, where you can catch a bus or train to Bondi Beach, or jump on the Bondi Explorer bus from Alfred St near Circular Quay. One or two day Bondi Explorer passes allow you to hop on and hop off at great beaches across Sydney, such as Bondi, Watsons Bay, Bronte and Coogee.

Manly Beach : Catch the famous Manly ferry from Circular Quay to the best fish-n-chips in Sydney. With two beautiful beaches, one on the Harbour and one on the ocean, separated by a lively plaza, you won’t be sure where to sit for the best people watching and views!

For more great ideas and tourism information, check out Tourism NSW or Tourism Australia.