Sydney Nutz and Bolts
City Name: Sydney
Where is it located?: Sydney is located halfway up the coast of New South Wales. It sits in the southeastern corner of Australia.
Why do people go there?: Sydney is Australia’s largest, and oldest, city. It’s home to the Opera House, the Circle Quay, numerous ferries, and is most traveler’s first introduction to the land down under.
How do travelers get there?: Fly like a bird! Since Sydney is the most popular stop for international arrivals, a majority land at Kingsford Smith and take the train into town. However, Countrylink will bring in passengers as well, with lines to Brisbane and Melbourne.
Currency: Australian Dollar
City Code: 2
Population: 4 million
Languages: English
Neighborhoods: Glebe, Kings Cross, Rocks, Circle Quay, Ultimo, Pyrmont, Paddington, Darlinghurst
Attractions: Financial Capital, Nightlife, Shopping, Dining, Kings Cross
Accommodations: http://www.bootsnall.com/hostels/aus/syd/
Tourist Office: The Rocks Visitor Information Centre,106 George St,Sydney, NSW 2000, tel: 02-9255 1788, fax: 02-9931 1490, Website: http://www.tourism.nsw.gov.au
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When to go: The fall brings pleasant weather, still-warm temps and less rain than the spring. The heat in the summer can be oppressive.
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City Specific Events: There is always something going on in Sydney. January is the Sydney Festival, February is the infamous Mardi Gras Festival, and the end of the year always brings a party on Bondi Beach, along with the Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race.
How to get around?: Buses, trains and trams are all at your fingertips.
Good to know: Most visitors to Australia arrive in Sydney.
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