I knew nothing of this bridge when we got here but I liked it so much we walked over it a few times…read moreand I took A LOT of pictures of it and of the area around it. You'll find a lot of people crossing this bridge, locals on their way to places, tourists taking pics and deciding where to go next, runners doing their exercising. Maybe it's my extreme aversion for stairs but I also loved that you can get up to the bridge (from the CBD side) via escalator instead of taking the stairs.

#62 for 2021 The…read morePyrmont Bridge is a fun bridge to walk across to get to the main attractions of Darling Harbour. We crossed it twice daily while we were staying in an apartment loaned to us for a week to explore Darling Harbor and the surrounding area. It was a great way to start the day with some walking exercise to prep us for walking all day. Wearing comfortable broken in shoes is a must. Plus you get to soak up some sun and get some history. There are all kinds of activity being carried out here. The bridge offers several spots to take beautiful pictures of Darling Harbour . Selfies are great with the city skyline for those memorable photos. Tourist, locals traveling back and forth to work, sitting and talking, eating and drinking, cyclist pedaling and the colorful flags hoisted on both sides make it a beautiful landmark to visit. Did you know this was not the 1st Pyrmont Bridge? The 1st one, a wooden bridge with a metal center, began operation March 17, 1858. It cost a penny to cross. In the 1st 2 weeks business was brisk crossed by 20,000 pedestrians. But wait there's more. It was also crossed by "932 carts and drays, 43 gigs, 17 carriages and 125 horse and rider." Tolls were discontinued when the NSW government paid the Pyrmont Bridge Company 25,500 pounds in 1884. That saved lots of pennies. The new steel bridge officially opened in 1902 accommodating Sydney's first motor vehicles connecting Pyrmont to the central business district. In 1981 the bridge was closed off to bicycles and foot traffic only as motor vehicles were redirected to adjacent freeway overpasses. On its' 100th year anniversary in 2002 Pyrmont Bridge was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on the 28th of June. This may not be on the top of your list to see but i do recommend walking through it. It truly is a nice bridge.

Let's say that gaining entry can be a bit difficult. Somehow I first ended up in a food court…read morebefore I found some elevator hidden in a corner that got me to the entrance for the actual Eye Tower. I stood in line for the kiosk to purchase a ticket, but the folks in front of me had some difficulties with it and so an attendant came to help guide them through the process. Apparently I look old and confused because when it was my turn he just ask me how many and type of visit and before I knew it he handed me a senior discount ticket. Wasn't sure if I should be glad or insulted. I made my way up to the top on a rickety small elevator and arrived safely.. had my doubts there for a minute. Once you step out of the elevator the world opens up again. The view is spectacular and you can walk around the entire perimeter and view 360 degrees of Sydney. And may I say the city is huge. I delighted in seeing an actual working mailbox there which is marked the highest mailbox in Sydney, well yeah... Of course I bought the picture package, because who doesn't need silly commemorative pictures of oneself with Koalas, in a kangaroo pouch or atop of a map of Australia. Also I must say that the gift shop here was able to fill all my souvenir needs easily. It is extensive and reasonably priced too.

We visited the Sydney Tower Eye tonight from 7-8pm, hoping to catch sunset (7:41pm), but…read moreunfortunately it was a big disappointment. The interactive touch screens were confusing and not very helpful, and the binocular viewers were basically useless. The biggest issue, though, was the dirty windows, and tons of lights in the background which made it difficult to take any decent photos. You can barely see the Harbour Bridge or Opera House as they are obstructed. After doing the Sydney BridgeClimb, this experience felt like a complete waste of money in comparison. There were tables available to sit at, but both staff and guests seemed unwilling to clean them, which added to the overall lackluster experience.

"Mrs Macquarie's Chair (also known as Lady Macquarie's Chair) is an exposed sandstone rock cut into…read morethe shape of a bench, on a peninsula in Sydney Harbour. It was hand carved by convicts in 1810, for Elizabeth Macquarie, the wife of Major-General Lachlan Macquarie, Governor of New South Wales." - Wikipedia Located near the Royal Botanic Gardens, this is a great landmark to view the Syndey Opera House and Harbour Bridge. I recommend jogging around the whole gardens and taking a break at/around Mrs Macquarie's Chair to take in the air and scenery.

Great views of Sydney Harbour from this location…read more If you're walking and don't know what you're looking for you can miss it. The monument is an unmarked and simple concrete seat, but it plainly says Mrs Macquarie's Road... on it. Easy place to sit and relax, maybe not the best views on the peninsula, but it's peaceful enough. Plenty of flora around, the sounds of the harbour and water are evident. You are within a quarter mile of the Botanical Gardens on one side and Art Gallery of NSW on the other.

Iconic, that's how describe this bridge. Huge, beautiful, picturesque and a marvel of engineering,…read moreit connects Sydney from one side of the river to the other. Ships passing down below, trains and thousands of cars atop crossing the river. Of course you have hundreds of climbers conquering the very top of the bridge, making their way all the way up to the top crowned by two giant flags. Love to sit on a bench along the harbor and enjoy the view of this bridge and the hustle and bustle all around it.

Love our Sydney harbour and bridge What's not to like…read more Great for any occasion. Ranges from fantastic two spectacular

We decided to stop by an oasis in the middle of Sydney: Chinese Garden of Friendship. The garden…read moreis a 1 hectare garden built by Guangzhou Landscape Bureau. It represents the collaborative efforts of Sister States, New South Wales, Australia & Guangdong, China. The space is super chill and inc a lake, koi pond and waterfall. At the end of the tour, you can stop by the tea shop for yum cha and real tea service. The area w/ the restaurant also has an upstairs space for private events. The entrance fee is only $12 AUD (~ $8 USD), and you can take advantage of a free guide. I highly recommend visiting CGF for a relaxing thing to do while staying in Sydney.

Beautiful place in Sydney to check out. You can spend 1-2 hours just wandering around checking out…read morethe beautiful scenery. If you're in Sydney and you're looking for a cheap activity, this is the place to check out!

The struggle between three and four stars is real and I think the bill for our lunch tipped the…read morescales towards the lower end. Strong message there: go for the experience, go for the cultural tour, don't go for the food. The cadre for this experience was fantastic: an island facing North Syndey, Rose Bay, the Harbour Bridge AND the Opera House. I mean when you really think about - because you probably just read that passively and took my word for it - this is a unique venue in the world most iconic harbour. Look at the pictures, as I said: fantastic. Now the restaurant itself: the entrees were nice if pricy which was expected, but the mains are just not to the level of the visual experience you are having - beyond the stuffy plastic gazebo under which you are lunching that is. The quality of the kangaroo meat was average, with a side of beetroot and Gorgonzola salad that lacked subtlety is presentation or refinement. Which in this context was disappointing. The wine list is nice and it saved the meal on my end. It is a shame that the restaurant has opted for a half-hearted elegant cuisine instead of a fine dining restaurant on the one end, or a simpler menu with quality products. The price is not high in itself but when measured against the quality of the meal ... The museum and the explanations about the fort's history are interesting and displayed in a very accessible set of little rooms next to the restaurant. I really enjoyed learning about this iconic landmark. I recommend it strongly but not for the food!

When you camera missed a fraction of second and the event can't be repeated until next day, at 1 pm…read moresharp!.... I don't have words for it! Yep, I'm talking about the 1o'clock gun firing at Port Denison, it's a tradition they kept on this fort. Port Denison it self play a major role on our defence system. There is a video room that playing some documentary about history of the island. Tour of the island also available with extra cost. Our tour guide was lovely, she is a bit camera shy though, explaining everything thoroughly. It's a good experience over all

Olympic Park offers many things like ANZ stadium, multiple sports stadiums, Concert venues and the…read moreOlympic Park Showgrounds is another pearl among this vast constructed urban metropolis. The Sydney Showgrounds is a great venue for large events to showcase what they have to offer. I attended the Sydney Showgrounds to visit the Sydney Cake Bake and Sweet show. The venue is a large dome which features a large open plan hall perfect for all the different exhibitors this or any event has to offer. The room is spacious and can facilitate multiple stage areas as well as many small stalls. The hall comes complete with a cafe and toilet facilities and multiple levels. Having been to many exhibitions elsewhere this place is as good a venue as any.

Big! So big you will get lost at least once, possibly twice, maybe even thrice depending on how…read morepoor your wayfinding is. You only ever come to the Showground for an event, like the Easter Show or the Big Day Out, or a giant food show where you try to cram as many chocolate samples into your mouth before diabetes sets in. It's within Sydney Olympic Park which is monolithic, and which comprises many different buildings, so factor on some wandering around time. Oh and the car parking is about $5 an hour and tops out at $25 max for the day, which ain't so bad.

Took the walk from the opera house to the royal botanic garden and we stopped to see the ruins…read more Cool spot.

Walking past I thought it looked like a strange art project. Love walking around all the different…read morepieces of the old architectural pieces from the city. This is just outside our hotel (Sir Stamford) on our way into the botanical garden