Free Sydney Attractions – Part 2

Free Sydney Attractions – Part 2

Here is an addition to our free Sydney attractions listings. Most are easily reached from central Sydney accommodation. Links to previous free Sydney attractions posts can be found at the end of this post.

Darling Harbour: Darling Harbour is a buzz of eateries, shops, attractions and exhibitions. There are a large number of events centred around the harbour with the Sydney Exhibition and Conference hosting a large number of annual events and the harbour itself featuring events such as the annual Chinese dragon boat festival. There is a network of water channels and grassed areas which also offer excellent opportunities to relax.

Sydney Beaches: There are a number of beaches in Sydney which offer the opportunity to swim, snorkel, surf or sit back and enjoy the views. While Sydney’s beaches take in most of the coast from Palm Beach to Cronulla, Bondi Beach is the most well known and a mecca for tourists.

Royal Botanic Gardens: Located in the heart of Sydney the Royal Botanic Gardens span 20 hectares of land and features a variety of gardens including the Pioneer Garden, Camellia Garden, Herb Garden and the Rare and Threatened Species Garden. The Gardens also offer spectacular views across to Sydeny Harour Opera House and Bridge.

Government House: Located within the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney’s Government House is open to the public and offers free guided tours Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Government House offers some impressive colonial architecture, furnishings and gardens.

Free Sydney Attractions : Part 1