12 days in Sydney Itinerary

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sydney: Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum (in Faulconbridge), Blackheath (Govetts Leap, Gallery Blackheath, &more) and Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls). There's still lots to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of The Rocks, enjoy some music at Sydney Opera House, admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

To find maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Sydney road trip planning tool.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiport is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Sydney can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 11°C.