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A city surrounded by water, Sydney is a fusion of spectacular architecture and white beaches. Set amongst native bushland and lush national parks, the key to this city's identity is its harbour.

Central Business District

The Central Business District is a pastiche of quarters and boroughs. The multi-cultural nature of this city and its inhabitants ensures an authenticity that is at the heart of its liberal and embracing spirit.

Circular Quay is the gateway to the harbour. An active transport anchorage, the quay is adorned by architectural and national icons—including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.

West of Circular Quay, discover the quirkily named Rocks. This is the original site of convict settlement in Australia, and boasts some of Sydney's best restaurants, and the incredibly popular weekend Rocks Market. Above The Rocks is Observatory Hill, a stretch of parkland with an 1858-built Observatory that is still operational. Situated on the south-eastern side of Circular Quay, is the central business district's financial corridor. A mass of multinational conglomerates locate their Asia-Pacific headquarters here. Stately buildings such as the State Library of NSW and Parliament House are found in nearby Macquarie Street.

When locals use the term "the city centre," they are referring to Pitt Street Mall, Market Street and a maze of interlinked arcades. Another central city icon is the Centrepoint Shopping Centre at the base of the architecturally striking AMP Tower (Centrepoint). The conveniently located Sydney Town Hall, inter-connected to Town Hall Station, allows easy access to the city's rail hub and also offers underground access to the fantastically opulent Queen Victoria Building.

In the southwestern corner of the city, Chinatown is a feast for the senses. This district is home to Market City and Paddy's Markets, where you will find the usual fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as some astonishing bargains.

Built to commemorate Australia's bicentenary, Harbourside is Darling Harbour's signature shopping and entertainment complex. The forecourt hosts numerous festivals including the Darling Harbour Fiesta. Nearby are the Chinese Garden, the Australian National Maritime Museum, the Sydney Aquarium, the IMAX Cinema and the Powerhouse Museum. Whilst just up the road is the extravagant Star City Casino. Nearby, Cockle Bay Wharf is a sophisticated boardwalk of nightclubs, restaurants and live music venues.

On the Eastern side of Hyde Park is The Domain, an expanse of parkland that hosts the city's calendar of outdoor concerts, including Carols in The Domain. This area is full of attractions such as Mrs Macquarie's Chair and the Royal Botanic Gardens.

The Eastern Suburbs

Oxford Street is the main artery in this district. This elongated street runs from the central business district in Darlinghurst and works its way into Paddington, past the sprawling Centennial Park to Bondi Junction. The street is famous for its art-house cinemas, cafes, bookshops and designer labels.

At the lower end of Darlinghurst is Kings Cross, Sydney's 24-hour red-light district. Amongst the crass strip joints and tattoo parlours are intimate jazz clubs, hip cafes and great record shops.

The East's harbourside suburbs of Elizabeth Bay, Double Bay and Rose Bay culminate at Watson's Bay, which offers stunning views of the city. Savour the view from the nearby world famous Doyles on the Beach seafood restaurant. On the other side of this peninsula is South Head, the Southern gate between Sydney Harbour and the open sea. Along the nearby coast discover Sydney's best-known and best-loved beaches, including Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte and Coogee.

The South

The first fleet landed at Botany Bay, and the suburbs between here and South Cronulla Beach include the huge local government area, Sutherland Shire. The character of the south is typified by waterways and gardens, which lead to Sydney's southern boundary—the vast Royal National Park.

The Inner West

Glebe and Newtown are the main suburbs in this district. The inner-west is crammed with restaurants offering international cuisines, new and second-hand bookshops, backpacker hostels, health food shops and traditional pubs.

Further west is Leichhardt, also known as Little Italy. Wander past Norton Street's bookshops, art-house cinemas and delicatessen-shops, which sell a selection of cheese, imported espresso machines and ceramic tiles.

The Greater West

Homebush Bay, the centre of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games is situated in the Greater West. Telstra Stadium and a host of sporting facilities are all close by. Neighbouring Parramatta is the major transport and commercial hub of the west. Between Parramatta and the Blue Mountains (Sydney's western boundary) is Cabramatta—Sydney's Little Vietnam, and it is worth the trip for the great shopping and culinary experience.

The Upper North Shore

Sydney's northwest corner intersects at The Hills District—a semi-rural region that is fast developing into a residential quarter. The leafy Upper North Shore is one of Sydney's wealthiest areas. Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, situated in the centre, is a beautiful spot for bushwalks or picnics.

The Lower North Shore

Everything below Chatswood is the Lower North Shore. Some of the prettier spots are Balmoral Beach and Blues Point Reserve at the end of Blues Point Road. An essential stop is Taronga Zoo, a scenic animal sanctuary.

The Northern Beaches

From beautiful Palm Beach, down through Whale, Avalon, Bilgola, Newport and Mona Vale Beaches—the northern beaches not only offer great surfing, but great sailing as well. Lush parks and gardens surround million-dollar holiday homes, making for an idyllic setting. Forming the northern gate to Sydney Harbour is Manly—a playground of leisure and recreational pursuits. A highlight on Manly's calendar is the Manly International Jazz Festival.







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Central Business District (CBD)


 Sydney
Australia
 The central business district is a pastiche of quarters and boroughs. Circular Quay is the gateway to the harbour. An active transport anchorage, architectural icons--including the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House--adorn the quay. To the west lie the quirkily named Rocks. This is the original site of convict settlement in Australia, and it boasts some of Sydney's best restaurants and the incredibly popular weekend Rocks Market. Above is Observatory Hill, a stretch of parkland with an Observatory from 1858 that is still operational. The central business district's financial corridor is situated on the southeast side of Circular Quay. A mass of multinationals locate their Asia-Pacific headquarters here. Stately buildings such as the State Library and Parliament House are found in nearby Macquarie Street.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Wilson Afonso
Photo: Wilson Afonso
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Beau Wade
Photo: Beau Wade
Central Business District (CBD) photo by JJ Halans
Photo: JJ Halans
Central Business District (CBD) photo by James
Photo: James
Central Business District (CBD) photo by ERIC
Photo: ERIC
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Richard Giles
Photo: Richard Giles
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Henry Griggs
Photo: Henry Griggs
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Simon Pattern
Photo: Simon Pattern
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Daniel Fox
Photo: Daniel Fox
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Gustav Månsson
Photo: Gustav Månsson
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Rob Selby
Photo: Rob Selby
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Varanrat Torok
Photo: Varanrat Torok
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Susan Whitehead
Photo: Susan Whitehead
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Mark Hobbs
Photo: Mark Hobbs
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Mark Swartz
Photo: Mark Swartz
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Martin Isaac
Photo: Martin Isaac
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Torben Huge
Photo: Torben Huge
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Ray Guntle
Photo: Ray Guntle
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Martin Tomitsch
Photo: Martin Tomitsch
Central Business District (CBD) photo by rdavisonus
Photo: rdavisonus
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Lee Klement
Photo: Lee Klement
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Shon Ellerton
Photo: Shon Ellerton
Central Business District (CBD) photo by David Duncombe
Photo: David Duncombe
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Tim Wales
Photo: Tim Wales
Central Business District (CBD) photo by H a g g i s
Photo: H a g g i s
Central Business District (CBD) photo by sporesmoldsfungus
Photo: sporesmoldsfungus
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Rob Dymond
Photo: Rob Dymond
Central Business District (CBD) photo by H. Pettersson
Photo: H. Pettersson
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Kristiaan Velasco
Photo: Kristiaan Velasco
Central Business District (CBD) photo by Jan
Photo: Jan
 

 
East Suburbs


 Sydney
Australia
 Oxford Street is the main artery in this district. This elongated street runs from the central business district in Darlinghurst and works its way into Paddington, past the sprawling Centennial Park to Bondi Junction. The street is famous for its art-house cinemas, cafes, bookshops and designer labels. At the lower end of Darlinghurst is Kings Cross, Sydney's 24-hour red-light district. Among the crass strip joints and tattoo parlours are intimate jazz clubs, hip cafes and great record shops. The East's harbourside suburbs of Elizabeth Bay, Double Bay and Rose Bay culminate at Watson's Bay, which offers stunning views of the city. Savour the view from the nearby world famous Doyles on the Beach seafood restaurant. Along the nearby coast discover Sydney's best-known and best-loved beaches, including Bondi, Tamarama, and Coogee.

Review © 2007, Wcities
East Suburbs photo by Nelson Minar
Photo: Nelson Minar
East Suburbs photo by Adam Robertson
Photo: Adam Robertson
East Suburbs photo by jamesblah
Photo: jamesblah
 

 
Inner West


 Sydney
Australia
 Glebe and Newtown are the main suburbs in this district. The inner-west is crammed with restaurants offering international cuisines, new and second-hand bookshops, backpacker hostels, health food shops and traditional pubs. Further west is Leichhardt, also known as Little Italy. Wander past Norton Street's bookshops, art-house cinemas and delicatessen-shops, which sell a selection of cheese, imported espresso machines and ceramic tiles.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Inner West photo by JJ Halans
Photo: JJ Halans
Inner West photo by Mark
Photo: Mark
Inner West photo by Dennis Conrad
Photo: Dennis Conrad
Inner West photo by DanielB
Photo: DanielB
Inner West photo by nicola jane
Photo: nicola jane
Inner West photo by A + S Quirk
Photo: A + S Quirk
Inner West photo by Carolyn Shopland
Photo: Carolyn Shopland
 

 
Northern Beaches


 Sydney
Australia
 From beautiful Palm Beach, down through Whale, Avalon, Bilgola, Newport and Mona Vale Beaches--the northern beaches not only offer great surfing, but great sailing as well. Lush parks and gardens surround million-dollar holiday homes, making for an idyllic setting. Forming the northern gate to Sydney Harbour is Manly--a playground of leisure and recreational pursuits. A highlight on Manly's calendar is the Manly International Jazz Festival.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Northern Beaches photo by casgoesoz
Photo: casgoesoz
Northern Beaches photo by Ian Sanderson
Photo: Ian Sanderson
Northern Beaches photo by casgoesoz
Photo: casgoesoz
Northern Beaches photo by casgoesoz
Photo: casgoesoz
Northern Beaches photo by Joshua Crouthamel
Photo: Joshua Crouthamel
Northern Beaches photo by DigitalOptions
Photo: DigitalOptions
Northern Beaches photo by Craig Mort
Photo: Craig Mort
Northern Beaches photo by deeleea
Photo: deeleea
Northern Beaches photo by sycamore_trees
Photo: sycamore_trees
Northern Beaches photo by Richard (and Vicki)
Photo: Richard (and Vicki)
Northern Beaches photo by wandering surfer
Photo: wandering surfer
Northern Beaches photo by Jarra
Photo: Jarra
 

 
Upper North Shore


 Sydney
Australia
 Sydney's northwest corner intersects at The Hills District--a semi-rural region that is fast developing into a residential quarter. The leafy Upper North Shore is one of Sydney's wealthiest areas. Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, situated in the centre, is a beautiful spot for bushwalks or picnics.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Upper North Shore photo by Ian & Elizabeth Barton
Photo: Ian & Elizabeth Barton
Upper North Shore photo by flipsockgrrl
Photo: flipsockgrrl
Upper North Shore photo by anniebody
Photo: anniebody
 

 
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