Tips to Enjoy a Great Solo Vacation in Sydney

The coastal metropolitan city of Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and is one of most populated cities in Australia. Due to its incredible list of tourist attractions which range from beaches, restaurants, botanic gardens, museums, art galleries, harbour cruises, vineyards, entertainment venues and the like, travelling solo to Sydney is not a bad idea. Since Sydney is a tourist hub with people from all over the world, most of these activities also serve as a gateway to meeting new people! Besides, this is the ultimate opportunity for you to learn some impressive skills and indulge in other solo activities as well and you can later show them off to your friends back home.

A must-see attraction in the city, regardless of the size of the group you're travelling, is the popular Sydney Harbour lunch cruise which is a one-way ticket to witness some of the iconic landmarks of Sydney, the Opera House and Harbour Bridge along with other attractions. Cruising on the magnificent waterways soaking in the breeze and the sun itself is a soothing experience and adding a lunch to it makes it even more special. You can choose to cruise from an array of vessels but the ones that stand out are the luxurious glass boat with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an Australian-built catamaran with expansive outer decks and a unique paddlewheeler with wrap-around verandas. These fully air-conditioned vessels with its contemporary interiors offer a delectable lunch menu and a fully-licensed bar to keep your spirits high at all times. A harbour cruise with lunch, onboard bar, roving views, amazing photo ops and much more is your ideal escape from the buzzing city life to re-energize and relax.

Learn the thrill of dancing with the waves on a surfing experience, which is one of the iconic activities in Sydney. It is also an incredible activity for solo adventurers because once you step foot in the realm of riding with the waves, there’s no turning back. Sydney has a vast stretch of coastline rich in numerous calm and breezy beaches making it easier for you to find the perfect spot. For beginners who have not been introduced to this scene yet, the best and easiest way to learn them is to take a Let's go Surfing lesson in Bondi Beach. You will be introduced to the world of surfing with other aspirants as well and the guides involved will take the utmost care to provide you with a stress-free experience.

Sydney’s uniqueness and diversity as a tourist destination can be admired by taking a peep at some of its famous attractions and among them is the famous Royal Botanic Garden. The botanic garden of Sydney, located near the eastern border of the Central Business District, is a major 30 hectare garden, event venue, walking trail, recreational spot and bio reserve. A nature lover’s paradise, this garden is packed with lush green grass, exotic and native flowers, trees and foliage, enchanting ponds and serene fountains which together creates a tranquil oasis, juxtaposed by the city’s incredible skyline. Sydneysiders come here to relax, enjoy a relaxing picnic or simply just to admire the impressive ecosystem that thrive here. An early morning stroll along the many walking trails here is enough to replenish one’s soul and get him ready for the day and if you're looking for a more cultural experience, you can hop on the tours that provide an insight into the Aboriginal culture.

While travelling halfway across the globe all alone might sound scary, as it should, it isn't half bad. Travelling solo is an eye-opening experience which will change the way you perceive the world and even yourself, and Sydney is the ideal destination to have such a real experience.

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