Sydney 5 Day Itinerary

Sydney 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Central Sydney

  • Morning: Start your day with breakfast at Bills Bondi Beach (39-45 Hall St, Bondi Beach). Then, take a scenic bus ride from Bondi to the city center (Bus 380 or 333).
  • Afternoon: Visit the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. You can also take a guided tour of these landmarks. For lunch, head to Rockpool Bar & Grill (66 Hunter St, Sydney), one of Sydney’s best fine-dining restaurants.
  • Evening: Explore The Rocks area, Sydney’s historic district with cobblestone streets and charming shops. Have dinner at Chin Chin (49/59 Kerr St, Sydney).

Day 2: Darling Harbour & Taronga Zoo

  • Morning: After breakfast, take a short walk to Darling Harbour. Visit the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Wild Life Sydney Zoo, or the Australian National Maritime Museum.
  • Afternoon: Head to Taronga Zoo by ferry (Wharf 5, 10 Darling Dr, Darling Harbour). It offers stunning views of the city and a wide variety of Australian wildlife.
  • Evening: Have dinner at Aqua Dining (Harbourside, Cockle Bay Wharf), offering modern Australian cuisine with harbor views.

Day 3: Bondi Beach & Coastal Walk

  • Morning: Spend the morning relaxing on Bondi Beach or try surfing lessons if you’re up for it. Grab a coffee at Bondi Coffee Lab (Shop 14, 180 Curlew St, Bondi Beach).
  • Afternoon: Start the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee. Enjoy the beautiful beaches along the way, including Bronte and Clovelly.
  • Evening: Have dinner at Coogee Pavilion (169 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee) and enjoy live music on weekends.

Day 4: Manly Beach & Quarantine Station

  • Morning: Take a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly Beach (Wharf 3, Sydney). Spend the morning enjoying the beach or snorkeling at Shelly Beach.
  • Afternoon: Visit Sydney Quarantine Station (19 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly), a historic site where migrants were quarantined from 1828 to 1984.
  • Evening: Dine at Nour (Shop 5/6, 34-36 Belgrave St, Manly). This restaurant offers modern Australian cuisine with a focus on fresh, local ingredients.

Day 5: Things to Note & Final Thoughts

  • Transportation: Sydney’s transport system is efficient and easy to use. Opal cards can be used for trains, buses, and ferries.
  • Things to Know: Australia operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). Be mindful of sunset times, as it gets dark earlier in the winter months.
  • Tips: Visit www.sydney.com for more information and ideas on what to do during your stay. Enjoy your trip!