Tour
7,4 km
3h00
18 audios
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Set sail for a multicultural destination known worldwide — Sydney! While it’s often mistaken to be the capital of Australia, it’s actually the country’s largest and undoubtedly its most cosmopolitan city. Widely regarded as having the most beautiful harbour in the world, you’ll never run out of things to do in Sydney. Its diverse neighborhoods tell the story of its past, which officially dates back to 1788. Its bars and restaurants create a lively, buzzing atmosphere, and its long sandy beaches are perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. The city boasts some of Australia’s tallest skyscrapers, along with iconic landmarks recognised across the globe, such as the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. On this tour, you will discover remarkable buildings, celebrated for their rich history and architectural beauty, as well as the Sydney Tower — the tallest tower in the city — offering breathtaking views of the surroundings! Ready for a city overflowing with energy?
Sydney is without a doubt Australia’s most famous city, far more so than its capital, Canberra. Walking through the magnificent Botanical Garden is a wonderful way to learn more about this fascinating country that so many travelers around the world dream of visiting. Read more
An iconic landmark of Sydney, known worldwide for its unique architecture, the Opera House is considered a true masterpiece designed by Danish architect Jorn Utzon. Inaugurated in 1973, its architecture is, reminiscent of a ship's sails Read more
From here, you have a stunning view of the Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s second most iconic landmark after the Opera House. It took eight years to build this symbolic structure, which is still considered today as the widest bridge, with the Read more
You are now in one of Sydney’s most popular tourist districts, a lively and bustling place at all times! Just a few steps from the Opera House, this quay is packed with cafés, restaurants, and shops of all kinds, making it the perfect spot to Read more
On your right stands the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney, Australia’s leading museum dedicated to both Australian and international contemporary art. Its main focus is to make art accessible to everyone, offering a wide range of Read more
The Rocks is the oldest neighbourhood in Sydney. This is where the first settlers lived in the 19th century, just around the corner from Sydney Harbour. Captain Arthur Phillip officially founded the city in 1788, nearly 20 years after the Read more
As you may have guessed, this is the perfect time to get your cameras out, and capture a must-have memory of one of the most famous landmarks in the world: the Sydney Opera House. From here, the view is just fantastic! Read more
Just before you stands the Sydney Observatory, one of the most important sites showcasing Australia's scientific history. Designed in the early 19th century, this building was originally used as a fort. In 1859 it became a public museum Read more
From the top of Observatory Hill, the view of Sydney’s skyline, features one of its most iconic towers, and also of one of the city’s newer districts: Barangaroo. This area’s redevelopment, which is still ongoing, began in 2012 and has led to Read more
Sydney's city center, known as the City or the Central Business District, is the business hub of this Australian metropolis. Here, you’ll find the tallest skyscrapers, major hotel complexes, and the city's most renowned office buildings Read more
In front of you stands a key landmark of Sydney's business district: the General Post Office. Featuring sandstone walls, it’s a fine example of the architectural style used during the 19th century by the settlers. Inaugurated in 1874 Read more
As you walk along Angel Place, look up and listen closely to appreciate the artwork right above you, created by Michael Thomas Hill. These 120 birdcages were installed here in 2009, as part of a temporary project aimed at bringing life and Read more
This amazing shopping arcade, located in the heart of Sydney’s business district, is a true delight for all shopaholics! Designed in 1892 in a beautiful Victorian style, Strand Arcade has shops across three levels, offering a perfect shopping Read more
Turn around and look up for a perfect view of the Sydney Tower, the tallest tower in Sydney and the second tallest in Australia, which is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Its observation deck takes you 260 meters above the ground Read more
You are now standing in Australia’s oldest public park, named after the famous Hyde Park in London. It was created in 1827, inspired by the look of English parks, and is now the largest park in Sydney. Read more
The construction of this grand cathedral began in 1821, under the direction of Governor Lachlan Macquarie who wanted a neo-Gothic style. Destroyed by a fire just a few years after its completion, reconstruction began in 1868. Read more
This is one of the main museums in Sydney, and in Australia as a whole. Inside, you will find collections of Australian, European, and Asian art, making it the largest public art gallery in Sydney. The Art Academy was founded in 1871, but it Read more
Opened in 1816, this magnificent Botanical Garden is one of Sydney's must-see attractions. With over a million plant species spanning across 30 hectares of gardens, it is the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful stroll, away from the city's hustle Read more
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