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Wherever you choose to stay there are so many sights to see and things to do in Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbour front Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs.

Cruise.co.uk has many packages for cruises that start of finish in Sydney, here are some of the favourite Must See and Must Do activities for any short stays in this fantastic city – set on the beautiful blue Sydney Harbour, this fast paced city of cosmopolitan character is one of the world’s most beautiful places. Colonial history, stunning architecture, superb waterways, gracious harbour side suburbs and friendly people epitomise the vibrance of this spectacular city.

Whether it’s your first time down under or you’ve been before, you’ll leave no stone unturned after carrying out this hop-on hop-off tour, this is great value and a favourite option with 33 different stops to hop-on and hop-off at, free on-board Wi-Fi, 1-hour on the Captain Cook Sydney Harbour Cruise and admission to the Observation deck of Sydney Tower Eye or Madame Tussauds.

With the freedom to get on and off as many times as you can handle try a Hop on Hop off Bus tour, you can pop along to all of the top attractions stress-free and without the need to be wandering up and down without a clue. 33 stops have been well thought out so that you really make the most of the city without wearing yourself out from walking
Take a day trip from Sydney to the spectacular Blue Mountains- soak in the mountains’ scenery and enjoy all the region’s sights. Cross Sydney Harbour Bridge into the Blue Mountains, stopping at a clifftop viewpoint to gaze at the Jamison Valley—a rain forest-filled ravine framed by sandstone cliffs. Then, visit Scenic World where you’ll glide between clifftops on scenic walkways before heading to Echo Point for views of the towering Three Sisters.

If you are short of time and like to cram as much in as possible why not take a full day guided tour of Australia’s most famous building, the Sydney Opera House. The Sydney Opera House Essential Tour will introduce you to the innovation, creativity and controversy that forged this remarkable building.

Historic Rocks walking tour – Sydney’s birthplace. Sights include: Sydney Opera House Conservatorium of Music, Hyde Park, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Parliament House, Art Gallery of NSW, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Town Hall, Sydney Tower, Darling Harbour, Visit Mrs Macquarie’s Chair – superb views of the harbour and city skyline, The Royal Australian Naval Base – Garden Island, Kings Cross – Sydney’s ‘hot spot’, Affluent Double Bay and Vaucluse, Famous Bondi Beach, Historic, trendy Paddington and Bustling Chinatown

For Adrenaline Junkies try a Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb. This is the opportunity to climb the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.
You will be led by one of BridgeClimb’s professional Climb Leaders, on a 3.5 hour guided journey (including preparation and briefing), to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Climb takes you along the outer arch of the Bridge on catwalks and ladders all the way to the summit, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour.

Spend the evening on a Sydney Harbour Captains Dinner Cruise aboard Sydney’s premier fleet with million dollar views of the Harbour and expansive cocktail decks.

Food and wine lovers can head out to Hunter Valley and explore the rolling hills of Australia’s oldest and most renowned commercial wine producing district with over 7000 acres under vine. Acclaimed Australian wines including Semillon, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and visit exquisite wineries where you will delight in the tasting award-winning wines .

You don’t have to go to the Outback to see the wildlife and you couldn’t visit Australia without seeing Kangaroos and Koala bears when you can visit Taronga Zoo Sydney! The 28-hectare (69-acre) Taronga Zoo Sydney is home to over 4,000 animals of 350 species with spectacular views of beautiful Sydney Harbour, is a great destination to see native wildlife and rare exotic animals. A range of tours are offered, from the keeper-led Wild Australia Experience to the VIP Aussie Gold Tour of native animals.