Sydney 3 Day Itinerary

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48.0KM / 29.9MI

Discover the best of Sydney in this three day itinerary.

From beautiful beaches and national parks to fantastic restaurants and a diverse arts and culture scene, this three day itinerary offers a great introduction to the city and a mix of Sydney's best attractions.
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Day 1: Bondi BeachBondi Beach

Start your Sydney experience on Australia's most famous beach

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Bondi Beach, New South Wales, Australia
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Rise early, and make your way to iconic Bondi Beach. If you're early enough, admire the sunrise and then head to the north end of the beach for a surfing lesson.

Sights & Activities

Lets Go Surfing Bondi Surf School
Speedos
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Lets Go Surfing Bondi Surf School128 Ramsgate Avenue
128, Ramsgate Avenue, Bondi Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2026
(02) 9365 1800
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Australia's greatest surf experience on Australia's greatest beach! What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach?

What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Friendly instructors will provide surf boards and wetsuits and have you standing in no time.
SpeedosSpeedo's Cafe
North Bondi, New South Wales, Australia, 2026
(02) 9365 3622
info@speedoscafe.com.au
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Speedos currently hold the renowned title of the most instagrammable cafe in the world. Head down to Bondi Beach to capture some picture perfect snaps

After working up an apetite during your surf lesson, enjoy breakfast at beachfront eatery Speedos, which has been named the most instagrammable cafe in the world.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Bondi Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2026
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The Bondi to Coogee Walk is a popular coastal walk offering beautiful coastline vistas, cosy beaches and cafe strips for refuelling.

Make your way to south Bondi, to the photogenic Bondi Icebergs Club and the start of the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk. The six kilometre walk offers striking clifftop views, beautiful beaches and great cafes. It takes about two hours to complete without stopping, however it's worth pausing for a swim at each of the beaches and a coffee or juice at one of the cafes.
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Day 1: CoogeeCoogee

Arrive onto the white sands of Coogee Beach.

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Coogee, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 1: Coogee5KM / 3MI ~ Approximately an hour
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One of Australia’s oldest beachside suburbs, Coogee has four ocean pools and plenty of bars and restaurants.

Sights & Activities

Coogee Pavilion
Coogee Pavilion
Dolphin Street, Coogee, New South Wales, Australia, 2034
(02) 9114 7321
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Coogee Pavilion celebrates the good things in life – friendship, family, fun and food, all with a Coogee ocean view.

Enjoy lunch at Coogee Pavillion rooftop, which offers panoramic views of the beach.
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Day 1: PaddingtonPaddington

Hop on the bus, and make your way to Paddington.

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Paddington, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via bus from Day 1: Paddington7KM / 4MI ~ Approximately 12 minutes
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Browse boutiques and designer stores on leafy lanes in this heritage neighbourhood. If you're visiting on a Saturday, be sure to explore the weekly Paddo Markets, where you can find local crafts and jewellery.

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The Intersection Paddington
The Intersection Paddington
Glenmore Road, Paddington, New South Wales, Australia, 2021
(02) 4888 2359
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Home to Australia's best fashion talent.

Find Australia's best designers in this high end shopping precinct.
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Day 1: NewtownNewtown

Enjoy dinner in this vibrant alternative neighbourhood.

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Newtown, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via bus from Day 1: Newtown7KM / 4MI ~ Approximately 12 minutes
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Wander down colourful King Street, full of great bars and restaurants and an eclectic mix of shops including Gould's Book Arcade and Cream on King.

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Mary's Newtown
Young Henrys Brewery
The Enmore
Mary's NewtownMarys
Newtown, New South Wales, Australia
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Located on a small Newtown back street, Mary’s has become a Sydney institution, featuring delicious burgers, loud music and a great drinks menu.
Young Henrys BreweryYoung Henry's
WIlford Street, Newtown, New South Wales, Australia, 2042
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Sample craft ales at Young Henrys, a Newtown brewery and stylish tasting bar.
The EnmoreThe Enmore Theatre
Enmore Road, Enmore, New South Wales, Australia, 2042
(02) 9550 3666
boxoffice@century.com.au
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Sydney's oldest and longest running live theatre, the heritage-listed Enmore has been a Newtown staple since 1908. Remodelled to fit the hip art deco movement

End your day with a gig or show at Sydney's oldest and longest running live theatre.
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Day 2: The RocksThe Rocks

Explore Sydney's oldest neighbourhood.

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The Rocks, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via train from Day 2: The Rocks7KM / 4MI
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Walk the cobbled streets and laneways of the first colonial settlers in this historic part of the city. You'll find Australia's oldest pub and oldest hotel, as well as heritage buildings, and a number of museums and galleries.

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Sydney Walks - Historical Walking Tours
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout
Sydney Walks - Historical Walking Tours1A Circular Quay West
1A, Circular Quay West, The Rocks (Sydney), New South Wales, Australia, 2000
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Discover Sydney's fascinating history on a walking tour.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
(02) 8274 7777
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The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks. Built in 1932, this incredible feat of engineering uses almost 53,000 tonnes of steel

Make your way across the largest steel arch bridge in the world.
Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon LookoutSydney Harbour Bridge - Pylon
Milsons Point, New South Wales, Australia
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With incredible views of the harbour at 87 metres above mean sea level, the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon also offers three levels of exhibits where you will discover the history and construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the men who built it.
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Day 2: Milsons PointMilsons Point

Unwind in Lavender Bay.

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Milsons Point, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 2: Milsons Point2KM / 1MI ~ Approximately 21 minutes
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Wander through Luna Park, a heritage listed amusement park, stopping to play a few retro games in Sideshow Alley, and continue to Lavender Bay. The secluded bay offers fantastics views of the harbour and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Wendy Whiteley's Secret GardenLavender Street
Destination NSW
Lavender Street, Lavender Bay, New South Wales, Australia, 2060
info@wendyssecretgarden.org.au
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Everyone needs a secret garden in their life and you’re invited to visit Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden, a public garden and much loved oasis in

Relax in the beautifull garden created by by artist Wendy Whiteley, wife and muse of Australian artist Brett Whiteley. The garden is filled with beautiful plants, meandering pathways, sculptures and artefacts.
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Day 2: Circular QuayCircular Quay West

Admire the Sydney Opera House from both inside and out.

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Circular Quay West, The Rocks (Sydney), New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 2: Circular Quay2KM / 1MI ~ Approximately 21 minutes
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Walk back to Milsons Point and take the ferry across the harbour to Circular Quay.

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Sydney Opera House Tour
Royal Botanic Garden and the Domain
Opera Bar
Sydney Opera House TourSydney Opera House
Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
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Discover the stories, history and magic of the Sydney Opera House on a guided tour of the heritage listed masterpiece.
Royal Botanic Garden and the DomainRoyal Botanic Gardens
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
(02) 9231 8111
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Welcome to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, an oasis of 30 hectares in the heart of the city.

Explore the Royal Botanic Garden, a 30 hectare waterside oasis containing plants from Australia and overseas. Take an Aboriginal Heritage Tour to learn more about the Cadigal people and their relationship with this land.
Opera Bar
Opera Bar
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
(02) 8587 5900
operabar@solotel.com.au
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Australian, Bar, Beverage, Cocktails, Dessert, Gluten Free Available, Gourmet, Healthy Food, Light Meals, Modern Australian, Seafood, Seasonal Local Produce, Tapas, Wine Bar, Dinner, Late night, Lunch, Private Dining, Waterside Dining
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Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Accessible for Hearing Impairment, Catering for High Support, Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss. Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

Situated right by the water's edge, Opera Bar reflects the spirit of Sydney, relaxed and stylish with a sunny disposition.

Round off the day with dinner and drinks at Opera Bar, with a hard to beat location next to the Opera House and wonderful views of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Day 3: ManlySouth Steyne Surf Life Saving Club

Enjoy some beach time in this relaxed Northern Beaches suburb.

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Manly, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via boat from Day 3: Manly12KM / 7MI ~ Approximately 24 minutes
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Take the ferry from Circular Quay across to Manly. Grab a coffee at the wharf and head to Manly beach for a swim or surf.

Sights & Activities

Manly Beach
Manly Beach
Destination NSW
Manly, New South Wales, Australia, 2095
(02) 9976 1430
visit@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
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Manly Beach offers an eclectic mix of waterfront restaurants and bars as well as lane ways bustling with cafes.

The long sandy beach is a popular surf spot, and it was here that the first world surfing contest was held in 1964.
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Day 3: FreshwaterFreshwater Beach

Have lunch overlooking Freshwater Beach

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Freshwater, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 3: Freshwater2KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 30 minutes
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Walk along Manly Beach to Queensliff, and continue on until Freshwater Beach.

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Pilu at Freshwater
Pilu at Freshwater
Freshwater, New South Wales, Australia, 2096
(02) 9938 3331
dining@pilu.com.au
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Two hatted fine dining restaurant Pilu at Freshwater is placed on Sydney's iconic Freshwater Beach and encapsulates the essence of Sydney's Northern Beaches.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at two hatted fine dining Italian restaurant, Pilu.
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Day 3: Shelly BeachShelly Beach

Snorkel off Shelly Beach.

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Manly, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 3: Shelly Beach3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 39 minutes
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Wander back along Manly beach, and continue along Marine Parade to Shelly Beach.

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Shelly Beach: Manly
Shelly Beach: ManlyShelly Beach
Manly, New South Wales, Australia
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Grab your snorkel and mask and explore Cabbage Tree Bay, an aquatic reserve teeming with colourful fish such as blue groper and cuttlefish.
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Day 3: ManlyThe Pantry

Finish your final day in Sydney with dinner overlooking Manly Beach.

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Manly, New South Wales, Australia
Arrive via foot from Day 3: Manly1KM / 4003ft ~ Approximately 15 minutes
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Enjoy a delicious meal as the sun goes down before taking the ferry back to the city.

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The Pantry Manly
The Pantry ManlyThe Pantry
Manly, New South Wales, Australia, 2095
(02) 9977 0566
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Australian, Beverage, Brunch, Dessert, Modern Australian, Seafood, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Waterside Dining
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Welcome to the best view in Manly. Located at the water's edge of world-famous Manly beach, The Pantry Manly is the perfect spot for breakfast,

Located at the water's edge, The Pantry Manly's olffers Modern Australian cuisine with a focus on fresh, local and seasonal produce.

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