Sydney's best areas
Surry Hills — Sydney's most vibrant neighbourhood for food. Crown Street corridor, excellent coffee, international restaurants, arts scene.
Bondi Beach — the iconic beach suburb. The walk to Coogee, the Bondi to Bronte cliff walk, the Icebergs pool.
Newtown — bohemian, diverse, the best live music, King Street restaurants, LGBTQ+ hub.
Manly — across the harbour by ferry. The beach, the scenic Manly to Spit Bridge walk, relaxed coastal life.
CBD & Circular Quay — Opera House, Harbour Bridge, the Museum of Contemporary Art, maximum central access.
Getting around Sydney
Train, bus and ferry all on Opal card. The Manly Ferry is one of the world's great commutes (scenic harbour crossing, 30 minutes). Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is 20 minutes by train.
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