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What to do in Sydney
17 vlogs from 15 channels mention 157 places in Sydney; 3 of them appear in at least half of the vlogs. Places are ranked by how often the vlogs mention them. Press the play button on any place to watch that exact moment.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge
The 'Coathanger' bridge spanning the harbour, with a free pedestrian walkway and guided climbs over the arch for views from the top.
8:57· Ken Abroadin 11 vlogsSydney Opera House
Iconic sail-shaped performing arts venue on the harbour, widely considered an architectural masterpiece.
4:18· Yellow Productionsin 10 vlogsCircular Quay
Sydney's main harbour transport hub, between the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, with ferries, water taxis and trains.
5:19· Ken Abroadin 10 vlogsDarling Harbour
Former railway yards turned waterfront precinct with museums, parks, bars and restaurants.
1:25· Yellow Productionsin 8 vlogsBondi Beach
Sydney's most famous golden-sand beach, patrolled year-round by lifesavers; always swim between the flags.
15:23· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 7 vlogsRoyal Botanic Garden Sydney
Free harbourside gardens on the site of Sydney's first farm, next to the Domain, with some of the city's leafiest views.
33:36· TriFate Lifestylein 7 vlogsManly Beach
Ocean surf beach at the end of the Corso, popular for learning to surf.
4:24· Yellow Productionsin 6 vlogsThe Rocks
Sydney's oldest quarter, where the colony began after 1788, now known for its historic streets near the harbour.
1:17· Yellow Productionsin 6 vlogsBridgeClimb Sydney
Guided climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in a safety harness for sweeping harbour views.
4:12· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 6 vlogsWILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Wildlife park featuring some of Australia's deadliest creatures alongside its most cuddly animals.
38:35· Overkill Singaporein 5 vlogsAustralian National Maritime Museum
National museum of Australia's maritime history, located at Darling Harbour.
16:20· 2Passports 1Dreamin 5 vlogsManly
Famous seaside suburb reached by ferry, with calm Manly Cove, the historic Corso and surf at Manly Beach.
6:09· Ken Abroadin 5 vlogsArt Gallery of New South Wales
The state's major art museum, located in the Domain parkland beside the Botanic Garden.
6:56· Exotic Vacationin 4 vlogsSEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Aquarium showcasing Australia's marine environments, from the Great Barrier Reef to the rugged South Coast.
3:56· Expedia.com.auin 4 vlogsThe Corso
Historic pedestrian street linking Manly Wharf to Manly Beach.
3:10· World Wild Heartsin 4 vlogsBondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Scenic coastal walk from Bondi past Clovelly to Coogee Beach.
15:09· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 4 vlogsBlue Mountains National Park
UNESCO World Heritage area about 2 hours west of Sydney, known for dramatic cliffs, eucalyptus forests and waterfalls.
3:29· Overkill Singaporein 4 vlogsTaronga Zoo
Harbourside 'zoo with a view' reached by ferry, with sweeping views over Sydney Harbour.
4:22· Yellow Productionsin 3 vlogsLuna Park Sydney
Heritage-listed fun park across the bridge with its famous smiling entrance, thrilling families since 1935.
3:11· Expediain 3 vlogsPowerhouse Museum
Museum celebrating steam, space and science, a few blocks from Darling Harbour.
3:47· Expediain 3 vlogsSydney Tower Eye
Sydney's tallest observation tower, with a deck over 800 ft up offering 360° views of the entire city.
12:07· 2Passports 1Dreamin 3 vlogsNorth Head
Headland at the harbour entrance reached via coastal paths and bush tracks, with incredible views back to the city.
28:25· Ken Abroadin 3 vlogsPylon Lookout
Lookout atop one of the Harbour Bridge pylons with rewarding views over the harbour.
4:41· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 3 vlogsBondi Icebergs Club
Public ocean pool at the south end of Bondi Beach, protected from the waves, with a lookout above it.
18:41· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 3 vlogsQueen Victoria Building
Grand five-floor shopping centre from 1898, often described as one of the most impressive shopping buildings in Sydney.
29:30· Zane Travelin 3 vlogsGeorge Street
Sydney's main shopping street, served by light rail from Circular Quay to Central, with its heart at King Street.
54:26· Zane Travelin 3 vlogsSydney Harbour
Sydney's sparkling natural harbour, framed by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge and lined with waterfront walks.
7:51· Ken Abroadin 3 vlogsHaymarket
Central Sydney area near Town Hall known for its Asian community and abundance of Asian restaurants, including Chinatown.
20:43· Mark Wiensin 2 vlogsMarrickville
Inner-west suburb a little outside central Sydney with a large Vietnamese community and well-known banh mi spots.
0:53· Mark Wiensin 2 vlogsPaddington
A gracious inner-city suburb that grew as Sydney expanded beyond its convict beginnings.
1:16· Expedia.com.auin 2 vlogsGovernment House
Historic vice-regal residence set within the Royal Botanic Garden grounds.
2:41· Expediain 2 vlogsManly Cove
Harbourside beach in Manly with gentle waters for a swim.
17:20· Yellow Productionsin 2 vlogsChinatown
Australia's largest Chinatown, close to Central Station, with food covering all sorts of Asian cuisines.
9:18· TriFate Lifestylein 2 vlogsHarry's Cafe de Wheels
Sydney's first food truck, operating since 1945, famous for classic Australian meat pies.
19:42· Ken Abroadin 2 vlogsSydney Fish Market
Sydney's major fish market, known for very fresh seafood, with raw and live seafood on sale and early-morning auctions.
1:41· Yellow Productionsin 2 vlogsCoogee Beach
Beach at the southern end of the coastal walk from Bondi.
19:44· Yellow Productionsin 2 vlogsOpera Bar
Large bar beneath the Sydney Opera House with views of Circular Quay ferries and the Harbour Bridge.
16:34· Yellow Productionsin 2 vlogsThe Rocks Markets
Weekend market held around the square at the heart of The Rocks.
12:21· World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsMuseum of Contemporary Art Australia
Free contemporary art museum on Circular Quay.
31:44· Yellow Productionsin 2 vlogsPaddy's Markets
Huge flea market in Chinatown with hundreds of vendors selling cheap souvenirs and goods, plus a small farmers' market.
4:46· TriFate Lifestylein 2 vlogsBarangaroo Reserve
Redeveloped 22-acre waterfront park on the edge of the CBD, with lush landscaping and wide harbour views.
8:29· Exotic Vacationin 2 vlogsNewtown
Bohemian inner-west suburb known for street art, alternative culture, vintage stores, bookshops and record shops.
13:29· Exotic Vacationin 2 vlogsWatsons Bay
Harbourside village near South Head, a prime spot for sunset views over the water.
14:07· Exotic Vacationin 2 vlogsThe Grounds of Alexandria
Coffee roastery, bakery and restaurant set in a lush industrial garden, sometimes with live music.
41:24· Overkill Singaporein 2 vlogsObservatory Hill Park
Hilltop park popular for picnics and sunset, with one of the best viewpoints of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
18:11· Jan and Annin 2 vlogsSocial Brew Cafe
Popular brunch cafe in Pyrmont near Darling Harbour.
1:36· 2Passports 1Dreamin 2 vlogsMrs Macquarie's Chair
Waterside lookout point at the tip of the botanic gardens with classic views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
11:10· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 2 vlogsWentworth Falls
Blue Mountains waterfall reached by a dramatic trail cut into the cliff face down to its base.
9:47· World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsScenic World
Blue Mountains attraction with a skyway, the world's steepest railway, a cableway and a 3 km rainforest boardwalk on the valley floor.
3:20· Josh Goes Slowin 2 vlogsScenic Skyway
Glass-floored cable car gliding 700 metres across a ravine, 270 metres above the rainforest.
5:47· Overkill Singaporein 2 vlogsScenic Railway
The world's steepest incline railway, built in the late 19th century for a coal mine, dropping 415 metres on a 52-degree slope.
4:41· Josh Goes Slowin 2 vlogsEcho Point Lookout
Lookout on the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment with sweeping valley views and a close-up view of the Three Sisters.
2:07· Josh Goes Slowin 2 vlogs
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101 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.
Marrickville Pork Roll
Iconic Vietnamese banh mi shop, credited as one of the places that started Sydney's pork roll craze, known for generous piles of fresh herbs, pickles and pâté.
1:09· Mark Wiens1 vlogMetro 1 Kebab
Kebab shop consistently ranked among Sydney's best for the Halal Snack Pack: fries topped with griddled kebab meat, melted cheese and garlic, barbecue and chili sauces.
7:05· Mark Wiens1 vlogEl-Jannah
Sydney institution since 1998 serving Lebanese-Australian charcoal-roasted chicken from huge rotisserie grills, with famous garlic sauce, pickles and bread.
13:03· Mark Wiens1 vlogChinatown Noodle Restaurant
Family-run Xinjiang-style northern Chinese restaurant known for hand-pulled noodles and dumplings, with a giant red menu on the wall.
21:06· Mark Wiens1 vlogIndian Home Diner
Cozy Indian diner popular for naan-wrapped chicken tikka kebabs with a choice of curry sauce, onion bhaji or potato fritter, and mint sauce.
30:50· Mark Wiens1 vlogThe Domain
Large public parkland beside the Royal Botanic Garden, home to Government House and the Art Gallery of NSW.
2:38· Expedia.com.au1 vlogRaineri's
Family-run Italian deli with no menu, run by two brothers for 48 years, known for giant pressed panini stacked with a dozen ingredients.
0:49· Mark Wiens1 vlogFrango
Family-run Portuguese charcoal chicken spot open since 1989, famous for its tangy secret-recipe chili sauce brushed onto butterflied grilled chicken.
9:51· Mark Wiens1 vlogBankstown
Western Sydney suburb with a strong Vietnamese food scene, including long-running family pho restaurants.
21:09· Mark Wiens1 vlogAbla's
Lebanese restaurant serving classic cold mezze and hot dishes, with signature lemon garlic chicken and slow-cooked lamb.
28:02· Mark Wiens1 vlogHarris Park
Sydney's Little India, a street lined with Indian restaurants, supermarkets and snack stands.
35:54· Mark Wiens1 vlogDosa Hut
Popular South Indian restaurant in Harris Park known for crispy masala dosas and biryani.
38:13· Mark Wiens1 vlogThe Star
Sydney's major casino, with buffets, restaurants and cheap eats on the casino floor, reachable by light rail L1.
1:46· Yellow Productions1 vlogKings Cross
Busy nightlife district and the cheapest place in Sydney to party late, marked by its famous Coca-Cola billboard.
1:58· Yellow Productions1 vlogWoolloomooloo
Eastern neighbourhood with coffee shops and entertainment, home to the original Harry's Cafe de Wheels.
2:01· Yellow Productions1 vlogMoore Park
Eastern area of Sydney with entertainment and daytime activities.
2:01· Yellow Productions1 vlogMamak
Popular Malaysian restaurant in Chinatown specialising in roti made in the window, served with curry and sambal.
7:45· Yellow Productions1 vlogHo Jiak
Malaysian restaurant with two locations, including one in Chinatown, known for its spicy coconut laksa.
9:49· Yellow Productions1 vlogMarket City
Shopping centre above Paddy's Markets with an impressive, mostly Asian food court.
Gateway Sydney
Office building across from Circular Quay with a food court that includes a Din Tai Fung kiosk.
Spice Alley
Outdoor hawker-style Asian food lane near Central Station with Hainanese chicken, Malaysian, Indonesian food and ramen.
Koi Dessert Bar
Upscale dessert bar near Spice Alley known for some of Sydney's best pastries.
Australian Heritage Hotel
One of the city's oldest pubs in The Rocks, a historic 'hotel' in name only.
Argyle Stairs
Historic stairs in The Rocks leading to the upper levels and on to the Harbour Bridge walkway.
Australian Museum
Free public museum, recommended for learning about Aboriginal history.
Sydney Town Hall
Historic sandstone town hall at the heart of the city centre, across from the Queen Victoria Building.
27:52· Ken Abroad1 vlogBlack Star Pastry
Popular pastry shop famous for its strawberry watermelon cake, billed as the world's most Instagrammed cake.
32:37· Ken Abroad1 vlogThe Rocks Cafe
Quaint cafe on the cobblestone lanes of Sydney's oldest district, serving breakfast and coffee.
2:38· Exotic Vacation1 vlogOpera Kitchen
Casual harbourside dining spot right beneath the Opera House, with views of the busy harbour.
3:26· Exotic Vacation1 vlogMr. Wong
Renowned Cantonese restaurant known for modern twists on traditional flavours in a sophisticated setting.
4:01· Exotic Vacation1 vlogSpeedo's Cafe
Cafe just off Bondi Beach with ocean views and a menu built around healthy, vibrant ingredients.
4:49· Exotic Vacation1 vlogCoogee Pavilion
Beachfront venue with a laid-back atmosphere, sea views, seafood dishes and an extensive drinks menu.
5:47· Exotic Vacation1 vlogPaddington Markets
Weekly market selling handmade crafts and gourmet foods, good for unique souvenirs and gifts.
6:12· Exotic Vacation1 vlogChiswick
Farm-to-table restaurant in a garden setting, cooking with produce from its own kitchen garden.
6:30· Exotic Vacation1 vlogNick's Seafood Restaurant
Waterfront restaurant on Darling Harbour specialising in fresh Australian seafood.
8:06· Exotic Vacation1 vlogBarangaroo House
Multi-level venue serving modern Australian cuisine, with a rooftop bar and harbour views.
8:53· Exotic Vacation1 vlogThe Boathouse Shelly Beach
Charming beachfront spot at Shelly Beach known for fresh seafood and spectacular ocean views.
9:51· Exotic Vacation1 vlogManly Art Gallery & Museum
Gallery established in 1930, one of NSW's first regional galleries, with rotating contemporary and early Australian art.
10:23· Exotic Vacation1 vlogManly Wharf Hotel
Waterfront pub on Manly Wharf with a strong local craft beer selection.
11:18· Exotic Vacation1 vlogQ Station
Former quarantine station at North Head that operated from the 1830s to 1984, now known for ghost tours.
11:41· Exotic Vacation1 vlogBoilerhouse Restaurant & Bar
Restaurant at Q Station serving modern Australian cuisine with an emphasis on sustainable seafood.
12:21· Exotic Vacation1 vlogRoyal National Park
One of the oldest national parks in the world, with landscapes ranging from rainforest to rugged coastal cliffs.
12:42· Exotic Vacation1 vlogThe Coast Track
Coastal walking track in Royal National Park with stunning views, ideal for nature photography.
12:59· Exotic Vacation1 vlogAudley Dance Hall Cafe
Cafe in a historic dance hall inside Royal National Park, serving hearty breakfasts.
13:03· Exotic Vacation1 vlogLentil As Anything
A community-focused vegetarian restaurant in Newtown with a pay-what-it's-worth model, where diners set the price of their meal, built around sustainable dining.
13:44· Exotic Vacation1 vlogThe Gap
Ocean cliff with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Sydney skyline.
14:15· Exotic Vacation1 vlogDoyles Takeaway Kiosk
Takeaway fish and chips kiosk at Watsons Bay, handy for eating by the waterfront.
14:28· Exotic Vacation1 vlogDoyles on the Beach
Long-running seafood restaurant right on the sand at Watsons Bay, often called one of Sydney's best seafood experiences.
14:35· Exotic Vacation1 vlogBar Totti's
Famous, very busy Italian restaurant on George Street known for its woodfire bread and pasta.
19:29· Jan and Ann1 vlogMarks Park
Clifftop park on the coastal walk south of Bondi with a scenic ocean viewpoint looking back over Bondi Beach.
27:55· Jan and Ann1 vlogFat Fish
Fish and chips spot frequently recommended by locals as one of the best in Sydney.
29:35· Jan and Ann1 vlogOld English Fish and Chips
Well-reviewed fish and chips shop serving generous portions, including a seafood basket with calamari and prawns.
29:46· Jan and Ann1 vlogPrimary Coffee
Neighbourhood coffee spot in Potts Point known for its flat whites and a counter of tempting pastries.
Potts Point
Inner-city harbourside neighbourhood close to the CBD, the Royal Botanic Garden and the Opera House.
Rotunda Observation Deck
Elevated viewing platform at Circular Quay offering a higher perspective over Sydney Harbour.
1:19· World Wild Hearts1 vlogKirribilli Lookout
Harbourside lookout across the water from the CBD that frames both the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
1:31· World Wild Hearts1 vlogManly Scenic Walkway
Picturesque coastal walking trail running from Manly to Spit Bridge.
3:30· World Wild Hearts1 vlogSurry Hills
Eclectic inner-city area known for great brunch spots, trendy bars and a diverse range of restaurants.
3:50· World Wild Hearts1 vlogTamarama Beach
Small beach passed along the Coogee to Bondi coastal walk.
5:06· World Wild Hearts1 vlogClovelly Bowling and Recreation Club
Clifftop bowling club offering a couple of hours of lawn bowling with ocean views.
5:27· World Wild Hearts1 vlogHermitage Foreshore Walk
Easy harbourside trail with skyline views that passes hidden coves and secluded beaches.
13:15· World Wild Hearts1 vlogQueens Beach
Secluded harbour beach along the Hermitage Foreshore Walk.
13:26· World Wild Hearts1 vlogKatoomba
Main town of the Blue Mountains and gateway to Echo Point and Scenic World, with hop-on hop-off tours and local buses looping the main sights.
1:15· Josh Goes Slow1 vlogKatoomba Street
Katoomba's main street, lined with boutique shops, coffee shops and small restaurants, leading from the station toward Echo Point.
1:50· Josh Goes Slow1 vlogEmperor's Puffs
Chinatown stall famous for small fresh cream puffs, with a steady queue of customers.
14:23· TriFate Lifestyle1 vlogState Library of New South Wales
Grand state library building on Macquarie Street, at the edge of the Botanic Garden.
34:00· TriFate Lifestyle1 vlogFortune of War
Sydney's oldest pub, dating from 1828, serving classic Australian pub food with street seating and live music.
51:38· TriFate Lifestyle1 vlogThree Wise Monkeys
Corner pub on George Street with outdoor seating and heaters, serving pub classics like meat pies, schnitzel and fish and chips with local beers.
18:37· Zane Travel1 vlogSt Andrew's Cathedral
Historic Anglican cathedral in the heart of the CBD, an architectural landmark beside Town Hall.
29:07· Zane Travel1 vlogPJ O'Brien's
Irish pub in the CBD known for its lively atmosphere and live music.
35:36· Zane Travel1 vlogSlip Inn
Tavern near Darling Harbour with outdoor fire heaters to keep drinkers warm.
36:10· Zane Travel1 vlogCargo Bar
Clubby harbourside bar at King Street Wharf with heated outdoor seating, serving sliders, wings, tacos and Australian beers.
36:43· Zane Travel1 vlogCaptain Cook Cruises
Harbour cruise operator offering hop-on hop-off ferries, whale watching, lunch cruises and high tea on Sydney Harbour.
39:44· Zane Travel1 vlogBungalow 8
Upscale waterfront bar at King Street Wharf with open seating and a mixed crowd.
40:30· Zane Travel1 vlogBarangaroo
Upscale harbourside precinct with striking modern architecture, restaurants, a ferry wharf and a waterfront plaza.
40:41· Zane Travel1 vlogScenic Cableway
Large cable car at Scenic World that carries passengers between the valley floor and the clifftop.
6:32· Overkill Singapore1 vlogHorseshoe Falls
Blue Mountains bushwalk passing Fairy Falls to Horseshoe Falls, known for glow worms that can be seen after dark.
8:01· Overkill Singapore1 vlogKaren's Diner
Themed burger diner where staff deliberately serve customers with improvised, comedic rudeness.
Broken Bay Pearl Farm
NSW's only pearl farm on the Hawkesbury River, offering tours on oyster farming and how wild and cultured pearls form.
Sand Dune Adventures
Quad bike tours across the vast Stockton Beach sand dunes in Port Stephens, with sweeping views of dunes, sea and sky.
Hunter Valley
Wine region north of Sydney offering horse rides through the countryside, grape stomping, wine tasting and sunrise hot air balloon flights.
Peterson House
Hunter Valley winery restaurant serving breakfast and sparkling wine, popular after hot air balloon flights.
Weeping Rock Circuit
Short track that follows the river down the edge of the gorge past several cascades to the top of Wentworth Falls.
1:22· Sydney1 vlogLeura
Quaint mountain village with artisanal food shops, local art galleries and a charming village atmosphere.
1:57· Sydney1 vlogJosophan's Fine Chocolates
Artisanal chocolatier in Leura village making handmade fine chocolates.
2:03· Sydney1 vlogEvans Lookout
Lookout with sweeping views over the Grose Valley's lush forests and towering sandstone cliffs.
2:58· Sydney1 vlogGrand Canyon Track
Walk that drops hundreds of metres to the valley floor through a mystical canyon of cascades, giant ferns and rainforest along Greaves Creek.
3:28· Sydney1 vlogGovetts Leap Lookout
Lookout over the Grose Valley facing Bridal Veil Falls, which plunge 180 m into the valley below.
4:02· Sydney1 vlogMountain Culture Beer Co
Brewery serving popular beers brewed on site, set in one of Katoomba's historic buildings with a laid-back atmosphere.
5:16· Sydney1 vlogKatoomba Falls Night Walk
Evening walk with night-time views of Katoomba Falls, Witches Leap and the Three Sisters.
5:37· Sydney1 vlogHMB Endeavour Replica
Full-scale replica of James Cook's famous 18th-century tall ship HMB Endeavour, moored in Darling Harbour.
6:20· 2Passports 1Dream1 vlogSquires Landing
Waterfront brewpub at Circular Quay with beer-garden vibes and views of both the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
20:52· 2Passports 1Dream1 vlogManly Ocean Foods
A seafood shop opposite Manly Beach serving fresh and cooked seafood since 1959, known locally for its fish and chips.
21:51· Ken Abroad1 vlog
