Top Three Attractions in Sydney

Sydney Harbour Bridg

Sydney, Australia is a beautiful city that offers visitors a variety of things to see and do. Sydney is the main entry point for most people traveling to Australia, and while there are plenty of activities to keep any traveler busy, three must-see attractions stand out from all the rest. These three attractions are ones that no visitor to Sydney will want to miss.

1. Sydney Harbour Bridge

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic structure that boasts scenic views of Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House, the Central Business District, and the North Shore. The bridge can be climbed for a fee, or can be walked or biked across for free. Many people choose to climb to the top of the bridge, which is the most expensive. To climb to the top, BridgeClimb Sydney offers a number of different options at a variety of price points.

A cheaper option that still offers an excellent view of the surrounding area is Pylon Lookout. Visitors will need to climb 200 stairs to get to the lookout, but can take their time getting to the top by stopping at the three different levels of exhibits that aim to educate people about the history of the bridge. Once at the top, visitors will be rewarded with beautiful views of Sydney Harbour. Pylon Lookout is only open during the daytime.

2. Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House is world-renowned for its instantly recognizable design, and no trip to Sydney would be complete without a visit to it. To admire the building from afar, and get some great pictures, the Sydney Opera House is best seen from the Sydney Harbour Bridge or the ferry to Manly. Visitors should also plan to see the interior of the building, whether by scheduling a tour with a highly informative guide, or by choosing to attend one of the many events held there every year. Costs vary depending on the type of tour or the particular event, so the best way for visitors to get the most accurate pricing and find out what's happening is to visit the official website of the Sydney Opera House, SydneyOperaHouse.com.

3. Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach

The name Bondi Beach instantly conjures up the image of a surfer, and while Sydney has a multitude of other beautiful beaches, many of them less crowded, there's nothing quite like Bondi. It's the perfect place to get a tan and people-watch as locals and travelers from around the world mingle on the soft sand beaches. Bondi is also a great place to eat with some of the best restaurants in Sydney that not only have excellent food but also have mindblowing views of the Pacific Ocean.

*Written by Guest Writer Nic Blair