Sydney
Sydney is considered as the capital of Australia, but technically it’s not. That takes nothing away from it as this city offers a boat load of highlights that captivate visitors from all over the world. The iconic Sydney Harbour is one of the most breathtaking harbours in the world and it definitely will impress anyone. The harbour for me, is one of the best spots in the world to chill and people watch. The Sydney Opera House is a real jewel in the crown here, sat across from the huge Harbour Bridge with unreal panoramic views.
Sydney is a buzzing metropolis of many mixed nationalities, which makes it a great food and drink scene so get amongst it! You’ll get nice cobblestone streets, lively markets, but also heritage listed buildings. You should definitely embrace the Aussie beach culture at Bondi Beach, with all the ridiculously good looking people and excellent surfing conditions.
It has decent nature scene too as it’s not just any grey concrete jungle, the Botanic Gardens are like a tropical oasis in the heart of the city, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic with stunning views of the harbour.
If culture is more your thing, there are tons of art galleries and Museums and Sydney, NSW is often the first stop for International visitors due to its huge draw since there’s a good blend of natural beauty and busy city life ideal for celebrations, plus it’s just generally has an excellent quality of life here in my opinion.
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Drive on which side? Left-hand side
Country dial code: +61
Size of city: 4,777 square miles (12,368 square km)
Population: Approx. 5.3 million
Best time of year to visit: November to April
