Sydney

Sydney is Australia's key city where distinctive manmade features blend with the natural beauty of one of the world's great harbours. With a thriving cultural scene, fantastic nightlife and impeccable sporting credentials, Sydney has something to offer everyone.

Don't miss the annual Sydney Festival, ending always on Australia Day (26 January), the various theatre and opera companies, orchestras or the great museums (the Powerhouse and Observatory for example) and the numerous galleries.

Events calendar

Monet & The Impressionists

11 Oct 2008 - 26 Jan 2009, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Monet & The Impressionists at Sydney's Art Gallery of New South Wales features works that have never been seen in Australia. Expect the masterpieces by Renoir, Pissarro, Cézanne and the grandad of impressionism, Monet, to attract huge crowds. more »

Sydney's Big Day Out

23 Jan 2009 (annual), RAS Showgrounds

Australasia's iconic touring music festival, Big Day Out hits Sydney in its time-honoured position at Homebush Bay's RAS Showgrounds every January. Numerous international artists appear alongside some of the freshest talent that Australia and New Zealand have to offer. more »

Australia Day: Ferrython

26 Jan 2009 (annual), Sydney Harbour

Thousands of spectators gather at the Harbour Bridge to watch Sydney's First Fleet ferries battle for the Lord Mayor's Trophy in the annual Ferrython. The race is a now-traditional part of the Sydney Festival's Australia Day celebrations. more »

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	The Observatory Hotel
	Superbly located near Sydney's historic Rocks and CBD, the hotel is the ideal base for exploring Australia's most vibrant city. more »

	Galileo Restaurant
	Galileo is Sydney's leading five-star hotel restaurant with a proud record of excellence since its opening. more »

	The Day Spa at the Observatory Hotel
	Visit our Day Spa and enjoy a wide choice of body and skin treatments, including facials, body wraps and others. more »

	Afternoon Tea
	The Observatory Hotel is setting a new standard in the art of serving Afternoon Tea. more »

Language: English

Currency: Australian Dollar

Climate: A temperate climate. Average temperatures range from 12°C/53°F in winter (June to August) to 24°C/75°F in summer (December to February). The oceanic location often tempers hot days with cool sea breezes. Sydney is pleasant to visit at any season.

Culture: Built around a spectacular harbour with the striking landmarks of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney is Australia's oldest and largest city, with a population from many ethnic backgrounds.

Places to visit: Museum of Contemporary Art, Royal Botanic Gardens, the Opera House, Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower.

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	Stay in the Rocks in the heart of Sydney

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