DK Travel : Sydney

Sydney is blessed with stunning ocean beaches, magnificent national parks and a wonderful subtropical climate that makes the great outdoors irresistible to its four million inhabitants. The Eora people, the Aborigines who settled around Sydney Harbour, arrived approximately 50,000 years ago, while the white settlers arrived just over 200 years ago. Free settlers soon followed in the wake of the First Fleet of transported convicts, and after them several waves of migrants seeking a new life. Now, two centuries later, the once far-flung penal colony has matured into a culturally diverse, tolerant and mesmerizing city. Ideally located on the world’s most beautiful harbour, Sydney is as exciting and bustling as it is laid back and relaxing.

Barzura

At this large eatery, relaxed all-day meals, outdoor tables and beach views make for a great time.
BBQ King

Fast, cheap, unfussy Chinese food and famous Peking Duck till 2am.
BBQ King

Despite its abrupt service and non-existent decor, this huge eatery has long held cult status. To understand why, try dining late after a big night on the town and you’ll discover just how welcome this hearty food can be. Order the barbecued duck and Chinese beer.
Belinda

This women’s designer store stocks gorgeous labels such as Marni. A Belinda shoe emporium is around the corner.
Bell Shakespeare Company

Witness Shakespeare like you’ve never seen. Since its foundation in 1990 by John Bell and Anna Volska, Sydney’s theatrical blue-bloods, this company has presented the works of the Bard and modern classics in an accessible style.
Belle Fleur

Handcrafted chocolates and truffles, many with unusual flavours such as wattleseed and lemon myrtle, are exquisitely decorated and boxed.
Ben Lee

Former Noise Addict, now solo strummer, Lee beds down at Bondi when he isn’t hanging out in New York.
Bentstix Field Hockey Tournament

Players of all ages and skill levels join in this annual event celebrating hockey and community.
Berkelouw

At this wonderful bookstore, take your tomes to the café upstairs and settle into a comfy couch.
BIG

A new hostel offers dorm rooms, doubles and triples, and is a great place to meet people. BIG has great facilities, including a slick kitchen, lounge area, projector screen and complimentary breakfast.

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Restaurant price categories

For a two course meal for one with a drink (or equivalent meal), plus taxes and extra charges.
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Hotel price categories

For a standard double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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