Sydney has everything to suit an independent traveller on a budget. There is plenty of cheap accommodation, lots to see and do, excellent transportation and a whole lot more.
I arrived by train, at the Central station. Situated literally just accross the road from this is the Sydney Central YHA, a huge, fantastic youth hostel. However, in spite of being so massive, its many facilities make it extremely popular so my advice is to book in advance. If you don't want to stay here, there are many other backpacker-type places splashed all over the city and its suberbs.
Getting around Sydney is easy. it has a fantastic public transport system which includdes buses, tram-type trains and even a monorail system. However, when you have a little more time on your hands make sure to walk around the city, it is truly amazing.
There is lots to do, both by day and night. During the day, here are just a few suggestions of how you might like to spend your time:
i) Take a harbour cruise and see the famous bridge and opera house, as well as the some of the set from 'Mission Impossible 2'
ii) Climb the bridge. This is quite an expensive activity, but if you have the money, its worth doing.
iii) If you like animals, take the ferry over to Tarragona zoo. This makes a good day out; you can have your photo taken with (but not holding) koalas.
iv) Take a trip up the centrepoint AMP tower for fantastic views across the city and harbour.
v) Visit the 2000 olympic stadium.
vi) Last, but by no means least, visit Bondi beach.
At night, you will find loads of restaurants, bars, clubs, cinemas and so on to amuse yourself with. Enjoy this city.
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Advantages: It's SYDNEY, y'know the one with the opera house and the bridge? Disadvantages: It's a city that not only sleeps but also stops eating hours before bedtime
zoe_page 26.02.2006 (26.02.2006)
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