Top Three Easy Ways to Have Good Time in Sydney
Sydney is Australia’s favourite holiday destination and is one among the most luxurious cities on the planet. This popular metropolis located on the southeastern coast of Australia is the capital of New South Wales and is also one of the most largest and populous cities in the country. The city has a lot to offer its visitors including a stunning harbour, some iconic landmarks, golden beaches, parks, art galleries,wine regions and many more. Sydney should be on top of your list if you're visiting Australia for the first time and it is recommended that you stay for at least 6-7 days to fully grasp what the city is all about. Here is a glimpse of what the city has to offer.
Hop on a Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise
Sydney’s waterfront location has made activities like cruising popular among the locals as well as tourists. The harbour is filled with adventurous spirits and guided tours and the best way to know more about the city’s unique ways of lifestyle and culture is to board a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise. The harbour cruises are a great way to enjoy the vastness of the city and the attractions of the harbour. Hop on an Australian built multi-million dollar catamaran and stroll through its expansive outer decks to have a close range look at some of the iconic attractions of Australia including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and many others. Feast on a sumptuous buffet prepared freshly on board and pair it with drinks and beverages which can be purchased from the fully licensed bar. This Sydney lunch cruise is the best way to loosen up in the middle of the city with a lip-smacking menu, drinks and splendid harbour views, so be sure to book your seats now!
Swim with Sharks at SEA LIFE Aquarium
Located in Darling Harbour, Sea LIFE Sydney Aquarium is one of the most popular public aquariums around Sydney, featuring a huge variety of Aussie aquatic life, displaying over 700 species of fishes and other water creatures from Australia's water bodies. It was opened in 1988 and is considered to be one of Sydney’s premier tourist attractions. There are numerous ways to explore the exquisite marine life presented here– walk through the famous ocean tunnel, hop on a Penguin expedition boat ride and explore the depths of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the newest exhibits in the aquarium. One of the most exhilarating activities you can do here is to swim with grey nurse sharks, the only cageless shark diving experience around Sydney. Swim with these toothy sharks as they move past you in a pattern, looking you right in the eye. After the instructor goes through the medical assessment, h/she will show you a safety video and start training you on the equipment, before joining you for the thrilling dive. This 30 minute diving experience is also a great start for first time scuba divers. Other than these gentle giants, smooth rays, sea turtles and Queensland Groupers can also be found on the oceanarium floor.
Laze around at Sydney’s Beaches
Sydney is famous for its long list of beaches (more than hundred) and there are many sheltered coves and bays with calm waters and golden sands that offers a pristine ambience for you to relax. The best part about the beaches in Sydney is that you don’t need to venture far from the city centre. The world-renowned Bondi beach is located no more than 15-minute drive away from the city and offers calm and breezy beach vibes with cafes and restaurants dotted throughout the stretch. There are many other beaches in close proximity including Collaroy, Dee Why, Cronulla, Narrabeen and so on. Bask in the sun, take in the ocean views and even swim or surf at any of these sunny beaches and enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening.