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Top Bucket-list Destinations in Sydney For the Traveller in You

Visit Australia and explore popular Sydney destinations you can add to your bucket list

By Scarlett StarkPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Every traveller's bucket list would be different. Whether you long to watch the snowshoe on the side of an active volcano, Zen on a yoga retreat in the Himalayas, or an amazing sunset over the Taj Mahal, if you want to happen, it will happen. But you need to dream it and work for it. Sydney is an amazing tourist destination where there is a plethora of bountiful natural attractions and manmade marvels. Whether you live in Sydney or are just passing through, this harbour city has wow-factors only a few cities can match. If you have plans to visit this amazing coastal knockout or have some of its attractions on your bucket lists, maybe you can refer back to this article and add some more to your list. Read along and plan your trip accordingly.

Sydney Harbour

You might have been to cruising before. But have you ever been to Sydney Harbour housing the world-popular attractions such as the Harbour Bridge and Opera House? Let your cruising experience be extraordinary, get aboard an authentic paddlewheeler with an old-world charm offering a spectacular harbour cruise with lunch and splendid views of the harbour attractions. From prime views of the Harbour Bridge to ample views of the Taronga Zoo and Luna Park, you will be treated to an astonishing sightseeing experience. You can step into its wrap-around verandahs and take in the prime views of these attractions up close. If you want to combine these breathtaking views and freshly prepared dishes with drinks, then you can purchase your favourite beverage packages from the fully licensed bar on board. The paddlewheeler also offers a stunning Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with a one-hour cabaret show by an all-Australian cast, an amazing opportunity that can make your cruising, sightseeing and dining experience a whole new level.

Hyde Park Barracks

Being a venerable living record of colonial Australia, Hyde Park Barracks, is one of the best destinations you can plan your travels in historic Sydney. It is pretty popular as one of the eleven convict sites in Australia protected by UNESCO. It was designed to house the convicts sent from the United Kingdom. Time since, the Barracks has been used as an immigration depot, law courts and government offices. Located on Macquarie Street in the Sydney Central Business District, the Hyde Park Barracks is easy to commute to. Even though it is one of the eleven convict sites in Australia, it is often underappreciated and undervalued. But as mentioned earlier, it is a pretty important factor in the history of colonial Australia and one of the best remaining examples of large-scale convict shipment. The Hyde Park Barracks also has a considerable imprint in the colonial expansion of European powers through the convict’s labour. Today, it houses a modern museum. On a visit, you will hear the significance of Hyde Park Barracks in Australian colonialism. Get ready for a self-guided immersive experience, as different as it is entertaining.

Iceberg Bondi

Located at the southern end of Bondi Beach, Bondi icebergs Club and Pool, is one of the most famous attractions in Sydney. If you want to cool off a bit and enjoy the refreshing vibes of its waters, then you can consider signing up for swimming at Iceberg Bondi. Enjoy when the tide is high and waves from the Tasman Sea crash over the pool’s edge. Apart from the swimming experience, you are promised incredible views on your way. You can also find a museum in the destination offering information about the swimming club and the building. If you don’t want to get wet, then you can stop in for a cocktail or a meal at one of the eateries on your way. Enjoy panoramic views of Bondi Beach along with tasting some of the best local delicacies.

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