5 Cumberland Street

Looking for adventure? This three-and-a-half-hour climb—with its jaw-dropping views—will stick with you well after you’ve made your final descent. You can climb any time of day, but we recommend setting your alarm clock, hiking up in the early morning, and reaching the peak in time for sunrise.

Take a day trip to the beach and learn how to ride the waves. Two-hour surf lessons are offered at many of Sydney’s famous beaches.  Try Let’s Go Surfing at Bondi Beach or take a scenic forty-minute ferry ride to Manly Surf School at Manly Beach.

Bradleys Head Road

After nearly a century in existence, the Taronga Zoo maintains a reputation as one of the world’s few destination-worthy animal parks. From native creatures to endangered species, you can get up-close and personal with a wide variety of wildlife. How up-close and personal? The zoo’s Animal Encounters service allows visitors to actually climb into some of the animal enclosures.

Seaplane Base, Lyne Park

Sit alongside some of Australia’s most skilled seaplane pilots as you scope out the city from an aerial perspective. One of Sydney’s most iconic experiences, the flight will take you over the harbor, several beaches, and out to the premier whale-watching spots. Package deals allow you to combine the flight with a jet-boat ride or a meal at a top local restaurant.