As the weather cools down here in New York and we start getting glimpses of winter, I can’t help but be jealous of those in the Southern Hemisphere, like Aussies, who are heading from spring into summer. Instead of bundling up, folks Down Under are tucking their sweaters away and spending more time outside, which seems like a good time to abandon the New York chill and escape to Bondi Beach for some sunshine.
To get started on planning this trip (even if it’s just a daydream!), I looked at lists on Google Maps. Here are some ideas for strolling around Sydney on a warm day, according to lists made by Aussie Local Guides.
After a long walk, wash off the heat of the day with a dip in an ocean pool, like the iconic Bondi Icebergs Club, which is recommended on Local Guide Penny Christie’s list, Awesome Ocean Pools in Sydney.
Relax after a day of activity with a pint or flight of craft beer at one of the recommendations from Local Guide Matthew Crane’s list, Inner West Craft Beer Guide, like the Cellar Bar at Wayward Brewing Co.
@kmajewski : I think I’m with you on this one, as I head towards fall/winter, I am definitely wishing I am down in the southern hemisphere.
Thanks for sharing these lists! One of the places I’ve always wanted to swim at is at that pool by Bondi Beach! Will have to make that trip some day soon!
@kmajewski , I agree with you! I am also starting to be a little jealous of those who are in the Southern Hemisphere now.
I have been in Sydney, and now, thanks to this message, I remembered my visit.
For those who will be in Sydney, I recommend a trip to Blacktown. It is near Sydney.There is Featherdale Wildelife park. This is a contact zoo, where you can get acquainted with Australian animals.
2 - Sydney Opera House - a famous icon of architecture recognisable anywhere in the world, just happens to be next to the main ferry / rail / bus interchange
Luna Park - one of three Luna Parks in the world (Melbourne, Sydney, Coney Island New York) this one has the most heritage still intact alongside a mix of modern rides and the most amazing overnight lighting.
Hornby Lighthouse - magnificent still operating candy striped lighthouse at the heads of Sydney Harbour (Botany Bay). This is a good destination because the public transit ferry ride will take you right through the harbour (as good as any harbour tour boat) and the walk out to the lighthouse takes you through residential, beach and cliff top paths including war bunkers and a fort. Right at the ferry port is Doyle’s where at the take away (to go / take out) window you can get reasonably priced fantastic fish and chips.
Old Helensburg Station / Helensburgh Railway Tunnel because it is a wonderful experience to explore this old tunnel, but mostly because of the amazing glow worms. Walk in about half way and let your eyes adjust to the light. You will see stars overhead! Don’t use any bright light in the tunnel.
Estoy de acuerdo contigo porque aquí en República Dominicana estamos en diciembre y hace un calor terrible yo quisiera ir si a esa playa nadar un poco tomar un descanso hay ese viaje sería muy útil eso sí con mi café bien fuerte en la mañana.
The majority of these lists are applicable to the Sydney CBD, the Eastern Suburbs and the North Shore. As the concentration of local guides is inevitably situated around the city area, I must make it a mission to make Western Sydney known, and that will probably start by making a few lists in time.
I absolutely appreciate @Victoria_v recommending a trip to Blacktown to visit the Featherdale Wildlife Park. That’s definitely one of the things I would do to have a perfect day, visit and get close and personal to Australian wildlife. Once the Sydney Zoo just two kilometres away (not the Taronga Zoo, different zoos!) opens in early 2019, both attractions will absolutely be a showstopper for a perfect day in Sydney.
For food, I would recommend the vast array of authentic Asian restaurants in the Cabramatta and Canley Vale areas. For a wider variety, involving a bustling nighttime economy, Parramatta’s Eat Street is one of the premier destinations for a massive cultural culinary masterpiece.
Well enough explanations actually. I gotta start composing some lists. How do people even share these lists anyway? Time to start composing some lists!
I’ve been to Cabramatta and Paramatta and even Silverwater @Briggs I can attest that there are some cool things out West too. I’ve also spent time in Woolongong which is an ex industrial city trying to find new meaning.
