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4-Day Sydney Itinerary
Harbor icons, golden beaches, and a coastal walk
Sydney wraps a stunning harbor around the Opera House and Bridge, with world-famous beaches, a cliff-top coastal walk, and easy escapes to the Blue Mountains. Sunny and outdoorsy.
BEST TIME
September–November and March–May
BALLPARK
$900–$1,700 per person
Your 4-day Sydney itinerary
Day 1 · Arrive & settle in
Land, drop your bags, and ease into Sydney with something low-key nearby. Ride the Manly ferry — it’s public transport with million-dollar harbor views.
Day 2 · Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: bondi to coogee coastal walk.
Day 3 · Harbour Bridge climb or ferry
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: manly beach by ferry.
Day 4 · Last morning & departure
Squeeze in one more before you go — the rocks and darling harbour if you have time — then head to the airport.
Top things to do in Sydney
- Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay
- Bondi to Coogee coastal walk
- Harbour Bridge climb or ferry
- Manly Beach by ferry
- The Rocks and Darling Harbour
- Blue Mountains day trip
More detail: the best things to do in Sydney →
LOCAL TIP
Ride the Manly ferry — it’s public transport with million-dollar harbor views.
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