Australia
Sydney
Sydney is a harbor city — the Opera House, the bridge, and beaches you can reach by ferry.
Sydney is built around one of the world's great harbors — the Opera House, the bridge, and beaches (Bondi, Manly) a short ferry ride away. Use the ferries; they're the best transit and the best views.
How long
3–5 days
Practical
Currency
Australian dollar (AUD). Cards everywhere; tap-to-pay universal.
Language
English.
Getting around
Ferries, trains, and buses; an Opal (or contactless) card works across all.
Budget range
A$150–280 per person per day at mid-range. Sydney is pricey.
See what a trip to Australia actually costs. Travel Budget Co.
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