The Sydney Traveler

Darlinghurst and Surry Hills are colourful suburbs, offering excellent restaurants and fantastic shopping. When the sun goes down the area comes alive with clubs, bars, and plenty of music and late night entertainment.
Where: Sydney’s eastern suburbs
How to get there: Catch a #301-#303 bus from Circular Quay
Stay: Enjoy stylish four-star digs at The Medina on Crown Executive or Citigate Sebel Sydney
Eat: Crown and Bourke Streets offer some fantastic restaurants
See: The amazing Sydney Jewish Museum for a history lesson that’s sure to impress
Tour: Australian Opera Tours in Surry Hills takes you behind the stage and shows you what it takes to put …read more

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Cronulla is the perfect destination for travellers who love the great outdoors. With top surfing beaches, fishing spots, and hiking trails, it’s ideal for folks with a little get up and go. Of course if you want to take it easy, you can always enjoy the café culture or laze around on one of the secluded beaches.
Where: Sydney’s south
How to get there: Take a 50-minute train trip from Circular Quay to Cronulla station
Stay: From the basic digs of the Cronulla Beach YHA to the luxury rooms at the nearby Beachhaven Bed and Breakfast, the Cronulla district has something for all …read more

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The twin suburbs of Coogee and Randwick offer much to tourists who want to keep busy while escaping the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The area is a haven for families, couples, and serious surfers.
Where: Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs
How to get there: Take a 45-minute bus ride on the #373 or #374 from Circular Quay
Stay: Backpackers love the affordable accommodation at Surfside Coogee Beach and Wizard of Oz Backpackers. For something a little more glamorous try the Medina Executive Coogee or the Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel
Eat: Check out the bustling cafes or old-fashioned fish and chip shops near Maroubra …read more

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Haymarket and its Chinatown district is a little slice of Asia in the middle of Sydney. There’s always something going on, which makes this area a favourite with tourists and locals alike.
Where: Adjacent to Darling Harbour
How to get there: Take a 15-minute bus trip from Circular Quay, or catch the Light Rail to Paddy’s Markets
Stay: Enjoy four-star luxury at the Oaks Harmony or Citigate Central Sydney
Eat: Try yum cha, a brunch/lunchtime tradition where you choose your dishes from trolleys piled high with Chinese steam baskets. Yum cha is served in many restaurants around Chinatown
See: The Spanish Quarter, close to Chinatown, …read more

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Travel just an hour out of Sydney’s central business district region and it’s like visiting another world. Cabramatta more closely resembles a South-East Asian location than an Australian town, making it a rewarding stop for foodies and adventurous travellers alike.
Where: Sydney’s south west
How to get there: Take a 60-minute train ride from Circular Quay
Stay: There’s really not a lot in the way of accommodation here. You best option is probably staying in the nearby Lansvale Hotel and Resort, which has quality rooms for all needs and budgets
Eat: In the arcades and alleys around Freedom Plaza. Here’s you’ll find Vietnamese soup …read more

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Bondi is one of Sydney’s most iconic suburbs, thanks to that world-famous beach. But there’s much more to this happening hotspot than sun, surf, and sand.
Where: Eleven kilometers from the city center, in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
How to get there: Take the train to Bondi Junction, or hop on the Bondi Explorer bus
Stay: Backpackers love Bondi, and Sinclairs Bondi Budget Accommodation, Surfside Bondi Beach, and Bondi Beachouse YHA are some of their most popular haunts. For something a little more upmarket, I recommend the Swiss-Grand Resort and Spa
Eat: Campbell Parade is the place to go for excellent cafes and restaurants, as …read more

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Balmain is one of Sydney’s oldest working class suburbs. It’s got a vibrant village atmosphere, and is home to many of Australia’s actors, writers, musicians, and visual artists.
Where: Five kilometers west of the Sydney CBD
How to get there: Take a 10-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay
Stay: Budget accommodation at Balmain Lodge, or treat yourself to a night at The Golden Triangle
Eat: Alfresco Mediterranean cafes like Efendy and Trojans
See: Explore the back streets to see the historic architecture of the 1800s and early 1900s. These buildings range from stunning sandstone structures to basic timber worker’s cottages
Tour: Stop off at The Watch …read more

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Double Bay is known as Sydney’s fashion capital. Whether you’re looking for the best boutiques, delicious food, or luxury accommodation, Double Bay is where you can enjoy the finer things in life.
Where: Sydney’s eastern suburbs
How to get there: It’s a 15-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay
Stay: Five star all the way. The Stamford Plaza Double Bay will offer all the indulgence you’re looking for
Eat: Enjoy a meal at one of the pavement cafes on Knox Street
See: Redleaf Pool right on the harbour, or the historic Neilsen Park sheltered beach to cool down this summer
Tour: Sydney Running Tours for sightseeing with …read more

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