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Passengers arriving at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport have a number of transportation options available to reach the city centre. Taxis are the most convenient way to get there, covering the 10km journey in approximately 20 minutes. The Airport Link is another great option that takes around 15 minutes to get to the CBD (Central Business District). Alternatively, car rental services and local buses are also available.

Start your Sydney holiday at the city’s most recognisable landmark, the Sydney Opera House. Set along Bennelong Point, this UNESCO World Heritage site features six venues that host more than 1,800 performances each year. Visitors can join a guided tour to explore the interiors, including the Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre, or admire its sail-like design while walking around Circular Quay. A dynamic line-up of opera, classical music, dance, and theatre attracts audiences from all over the world. Nearby, the Opera House’s public steps and wide promenades are popular for enjoying the harbour breeze. You can also find curated exhibitions and special events throughout the year. Even without a ticket to a show, there’s plenty to enjoy in this waterfront cultural precinct, making it an ideal first stop for travellers seeking an experience that blends Sydney’s artistic spirit with sweeping views of the harbour.

Add a relaxed coastal pace to your itinerary with a visit to Bondi Beach, one of Australia’s most iconic stretches of sand. Just a short drive or public transport ride from the city centre, Bondi is known for its consistent surf, laid-back lifestyle, and active social scene. Whether you're keen to swim between the red and yellow flags, catch waves alongside locals, or enjoy panoramic views from the Bondi Icebergs ocean pool, the beach offers something for everyone. Lifeguards are on duty year-round, making it a safe and welcoming spot for all types of travellers. Just behind the beach, Campbell Parade is lined with cafés, boutiques, and local markets. If you're feeling energetic, begin the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, which is famous for its sandstone cliffs and sea-carved landscapes.

Conclude your Sydney holiday with a tranquil visit to Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden, a lush hillside oasis nestled in Lavender Bay on the city’s Lower North Shore. This beloved public garden was created by artist Wendy Whiteley in the mid-1990s and has since become a local treasure, filled with winding stone paths, towering fig trees, and whimsical sculptures tucked between flowerbeds. The site, once an overgrown railway dumping ground, has been transformed into a peaceful retreat maintained by volunteers and open daily without charge. Visitors can enjoy shaded seating areas, harbour glimpses through the foliage, and native Australian plants curated with care. It’s a quiet space ideal for reading, sketching, or simply pausing to enjoy nature. While it feels hidden, the garden is just minutes from Milsons Point Station, making it easily accessible.

Experience the ease of discovering convenient and luxurious hotels tailored for you with Cathay Holidays. Park Hyatt Sydney offers a refined and intimate stay along one of the city’s most prized waterfront locations. Nestled in The Rocks, the hotel provides uninterrupted views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge from rooms designed with understated luxury. Think floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, and custom furnishings. Guests can indulge in treatments at The Spa, swim in the rooftop pool, or enjoy modern Australian cuisine at The Dining Room, the hotel’s signature restaurant. With its close proximity to Circular Quay, Barangaroo Reserve, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, the property positions travellers at the intersection of leisure, art, and architecture, all complemented by discreet, personalised service that defines the Park Hyatt experience. Located near Central Station, Wake Up! Sydney blends smart design with a social, youthful energy that appeals to budget-savvy travellers. The hostel offers both private and shared rooms, equipped with modern fixtures, secure keycard access, and daily housekeeping services. Beyond the rooms, guests have access to a buzzing ground-floor café, an on-site bar with nightly events, and stylish communal lounges. The property also organises walking tours, yoga classes, and live music, encouraging a sense of community among visitors. Its location makes it easy to explore Haymarket, Darling Harbour, and Surry Hills on foot, with the Powerhouse Museum and Capitol Theatre just a short distance away. Book your stay today and discover a wondrous world of rewards, including special accommodation, room upgrades, and access to lounge facilities.

Sydney beckons food enthusiasts with its diverse array of restaurants that offer a fusion of culinary delights from around the globe. At Quay Restaurant, Executive Chef Peter Gilmore crafts a progressive tasting menu that places Australian produce centre stage. Diners can expect delicacies like the raw pearl oyster with tonburi and perilla seeds, as well as a signature mud crab dumpling bathed in a brown butter emulsion and topped with golden tapioca. Dishes such as the smoked confit of pig jowl with kombu and parsley, and Blackmore Wagyu served with Maitake mushrooms, offer depth and precision. Seafood is also celebrated in courses featuring wild Greenlip abalone and sea cucumber over koshihikari rice. For a sweet finale, the intricate White Coral and Grand Cru chocolate with prune and aged Madeira capture the kitchen’s refined sensibility. Beverage pairings—alcoholic or temperance—are curated to complement the flavours with elegance and nuance. For a modern take on Italian dining, Grana is open and puts an emphasis on house-made pasta and seasonal Australian ingredients. Start with the burrata paired with Brussels sprouts, macadamia nuts, and pear agrodolce, or opt for the bright salmon crudo with mandarin and pickled fennel. Pasta lovers will appreciate the pipe rigati alla vodka, tossed with Pino’s pork sausage and smoked tomato, while seafood fans can enjoy grilled king prawns with a citrusy Americano sauce. Larger plates include lamb shoulder brasato served over creamy polenta with cime di rapa, and the O’Connor 400g scotch fillet with marsala and beef fat butter. End your meal on a sweet note with the burnt citrus pavlova, layered with lemon curd, thyme sorbet, and mascarpone.

There’s plenty to remember when flying to a new destination. Here is some information that you should know before your flight to Sydney.

• Currency: Australian Dollar ($, AUD). Find out the current conversion rate.
• Plug: 230V Type I
• Time zone: GMT+11. Daylight saving pushes this forward one hour from October to April.
• Language: English