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A Romantic Sydney Vacation
Terrific beaches, great city walks, one of the most beautiful natural harbors anywhere, shopping galore, and a selection of world class restaurants that's one of the best in the southern hemisphere make Sydney a place you'll come back to.
From the 3 trips to Sydney we've made, here's our collection of the best places to see in Sydney for couples: Sydney HarborThe harbor is one of the best attractions in Sydney, and much of it is free to enjoy! For a fun and cheap romantic excursion, catch the ferry to Manly for a nice view from the water and a chance to explore the shops and beaches of this north shore community.The Sydney Harbor Bridge is a beautiful structure that actually looks better the closer you get to it! You can walk across it for great city and harbor views, or walk over it with other climbers on the scale-the-bridge tours offered by BridgeClimb.
Sydney Opera House can be admired from the outside at almost any angle, or inside by either a guided tour or catching a live performance of Ballet or the Sydney Symphony. 5 Romantic Spots in SydneyHere's 5 romantic Sydney places to explore and enjoy. They're all easy to get to by bus or subway:1. Coastal Walk from Bondi Beach to Coogee - this is a great romantic walk exploring 4 of Sydney's city beaches. The ocean views from the path along the clifftops are outstanding, and there's plenty of places to stop for a cappucino or a fish & chip picnic by the sea.
3. OpenAir Cinema - Sydney has a number of summertime outdoor movie screens, but this one in the Royal Botanic gardens is certainly one of the most romantic places in Sydney. Cuddle together under the moonlight watching a recent flick on a giant movie screen with the lights of the city and harbor twinkling in the background. Romantic and memorable!
4. Paddington - tree lined lanes of Victorian-era homes, galleries, trendy shops and great little neighborhood pubs.
5. Balmain - Another harbor-hugging "burb" with fine views of the city across the water. Strolling through the wharf area and checking out all the cafes and small eateries along Darling Street makes Balmain a great little excursion. Getting there is half the fun when you take the Hunters Hill ferry from downtown Sydney at Circular Quay.
Romantic Sydney Beaches
Bondi Beach - Bondi (pronounced Bond-eye) Beach is one of the most famous city beaches in the world. If you want a good beach and souvenir shops, restaurants, hotels and people-watching, Bondi's the place. For quieter and more romantic Sydney city beaches, try Tamarama or Coogee.
Manly - Just a 15 minute ferry ride from downtown with some must-try ethnic eateries and a nice wide, sandy beach.
Northern Beaches - further up the coast from the city, Beautiful Avalon and Palm Beaches enjoy fewer crowds, nice sand and some spectacular coastal settings.
More Sydney Attractions
Romantic Restaurants in SydneyYou could do a whole website on romantic Sydney restaurants! Here's just a sample of some great romantic dining in Sydney:
Aria Restaurant is rated one of the best restaurants in Sydney, with Australian accents on fish and chicken. Panoramic views of the Opera House and harbor. 1 Macquarie St, East Circular Quay. 02 9252 2555.
Doyles on the Beach in Watsons Bay ( 02 9337 2007) has long been regarded as one of the most romantic restaurants in Sydney. Specializing in seafood since 1885! Indoor & patio dining, with another superb location called Doyles on the Quay located close to the cruise ships in the Overseas Terminal in Circular Quay (02 9252 3400)
Flights to Sydney, AustraliaMost vacations in Australia begin with a flight to Sydney. The airport in Sydney is called Kingsford Smith International Airport, and the 3 letter airline code for Sydney is "SYD". Both domestic and international flights arrive here, and there is a wide variety of ground transportation available (taxis and buses are avialable, but the best way to get from downtown Sydney to the airport is the new underground train service, which connects to the Sydney underground subway system).
Our page on air travel to Australia will help you understand more about flying to Australia, and you'll find some of the best websites for cheap flights to Sydney there too.
Romantic Hotels in SydneyFrom luxury 5 star hotels to beachfront bed and breakfasts, Sydney's got some lodging couples will love. For an up-to-date report on some of the most romantic Sydney accommodations, stay tuned for our section on Sydney Australia Hotels, coming soon.
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2. Royal Botanic Gardens - lots of lush vegetation, and some fine places to picnic, relax or get that picture of the two of you with the Opera House behind!