Where to Take Your Out-of-Towner Parents in Sydney

So your old folks just called and informed you that they’re coming to Sydney for a visit. Whoops! The house is a mess, you got a deadline and let’s be honest, playing tour-guide is not on your to-dos for this week. There’s only so many times you can take them to a show at the Opera House or walk the busy shores of Bondi. But do not fret, we have got just the right hit list of things to do when your parents are in town! Check them out to make sure your parents go back home with a bag full of memories!

A cruise like no other

You simply can’t beat the view of Sydney’s massive skyline, draped with towering skyscrapers, its clear blue skies and the evident touch of green that makes Sydney the quintessential neo-jungle city that it is. Impress mom and dad by treating them to a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise which captures the very best of the city skyline. Choose a premium glass boat to make your parents feel like they’re living the celebrity life; deluxe food, impressive beverage upgrades and of course, 360° views!

Even a day cruise on Sydney Harbour, do that matter, will do the trick. You will have 2-3 hours of cruising around the harbour, enjoying ringside views of some of the city’s most celebrated landmarks including Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and more. This is a great way to kick off your Sydney itinerary for the week!

Take your palettes for a ride

An absolute must if your parents are foodies, the Eveleigh Market is one of the most highly-rated Saturday markets in the city which features the best of fresh produce, exotic flowers and gourmet food stalls. Held every Saturday morning at the iconic Carriageworks, you can taste your way through all kinds of native and exotic food from the many food vendors and stalls that come alive here every week. You can check out the site's calendar if you're planning a visit during the weekdays! If you're looking to send them back home with a souvenir, then this is an easy pick.

Get that blood pumping

Australia is enormously diverse when it comes to natural landscapes and you can get a glimpse of it in Sydney. When it was advertised that Sydney is perfect for any type of visitor, they weren't kidding. If your parents are a bit bred-in-bone when it comes to being active, then we have just the right idea for you. The Bondi to Coogee Walk is one of the most splendid walks in the entire city, showing just what the country is all about. Perfect for out-of-towners, this intermediate-level walk is filled with natural landscapes including beaches, secret coves, greenery and the like, your parents are guaranteed to make a stop every now and then to take a click. And if a call comes for a treat, feel free to stop by at M Deli or Three Blue Decks, which are just a stone's throw away.

Beat the heat the right way

If your parents are visiting in the final months of the year when events and festivals are plenty, you wouldn't find it hard to get a buzz around the city. But then again it will be the hottest month of the year. Your parents still want to get out and see some exciting city attractions, the best idea for this would be to visit the air-con spots in Sydney, which would also be perfect if it's raining. This will tick off many tourist attractions like the famous SEA Life Aquarium, the massive Imax, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and many more! Easy!