Sydney - Circular Quay & the Rocks (PDF Chapter)
This is the Circular Quay & the Rocks chapter from Lonely Planet’s Sydney guidebook.
At some stage you’ll end up at Circular Quay and the Rocks; you haven’t really been to Syd-ney if you don’t. Set aside a day to see the sights and a night to down a beverage in a historic pub or catch a show.
- come face to face with the number-one visual symbol of the city, the Sydney Opera House – on a sunny day, it’s postcard-perfect, its curves and points a pinnacle of architectural expression
- maps
- stroll the idyllic grounds of the Royal Botanic Garden, with the harbour sparkling below
- transport
- discover inspiring artistic installations at the landmark Museum of Contemporary Art
- restaurants & bars
Coverage includes: Neighbourhood Top Five, Local Life, Getting There & Away, Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Sports & Activities.
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