Cheap Flights from Sunshine Coast to Sydney from HK$ 275

Sydney incredibly wrapped around its ancient culture, pearly beaches and its harbours, iconic cityscape is truly a mystical land down below.

The state capital of New South Wales is best known for its Sydney Opera House. A city of harbour lights, lying gloriously between land and city, cobbled laneways and rich cultural history still gleaming as bright as the city lights, Sydney is a city of hopes, dreams and glitz, and glamour. And if you scratch the surface, there are plenty more for everyone.

Tip: It is said that the best time to visit Sydney is usually between late October to early April.

Getting to Sydney

Flights to Sydney can be connected from all major airports in the world. The city is serviced by Sydney Airport (SYD). The airport is located 8 km south of Sydney city centre and is the busiest airport in Australia.

Flights to Sydney from Marcoola are frequent and regular. For direct flights from Marcoola to Sydney, look for flights operated by Jetstar and Virgin Australia and Qantas. There are many connecting flights to Sydney operated by Multiple Airlines.

Tip: Australia observes Daylight savings so plan accordingly.

Take in the sights

Marvellous as it is, Sydney slices a soul with its lights, harbours, and a hotpot of aboriginal cultures.

You cannot miss the Sydney Opera House, a UNESCO heritage site that towers on the slice of land surrounding water. Book a tour to learn about the magnificent billowing structure of theatres, studios, exhibition halls. If you are a bit of a daring soul, sign up for the Sydney Bridge Climb and enjoy a cityscape view from the 135- metre high summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Rocks Discovery Museum on Harrington Street documents the social changes from aboriginal to a tourist hotspot. Delve into Sydney’s artistic side and visit the Art Gallery NSW – the Greek architecture fused with that of modern. The Australian Museum stands out in its collection of aboriginal Australian culture and spirituality. Visit Chinatown with its street-lined restaurants and wont-quit-on-you spruikers.

Take a stroll or spend a day on Bondi Beach. While you are there, travel further east to the small fishing village of Watson’s Bay. Or take a 30-minute ferry ride around Circular Quay, alight at Manly Beach that is called God’s Country. Tamarama Beach, Bronte Beach is all about Sydneysiders and tourists frolicking about in the clear waters of the Pacific.

Meet the kangaroos and koalas at the Taronga Zoo Sydney. Walkthrough the Perspex tunnels of Sydney Sealife Aquarium, where you can get a close enough look at the impressive stingrays and sharks. The Centennial Park, Cockatoo Island, Royal Botanical Garden are not to be missed.

Dining and Nightlife

Eating out in Sydney is all about the waterfront view, and it is quite an experience. Small cafes are a much huge deal than splurging restaurants. Try sponge cake at Flour and Stones. Boon Café at Haymarket gives a great place to grab a Thai dish. To dine with a view, eat at Sean’s Panorama or Iceberg’s Dining room and bar. For a much classic Aussie taste, Restaurant Hubert is a must-try place. Try in any one of the restaurants at Darling Harbour. Grab a beetroot burger while you are out – it is a Sydney speciality.

Sydney has chill scenes, in terms of night clubs, bars, and pubs. A white Tee and ripped jeans can get you in most places. Oxford Street has vintage live music scenes like Oxford Art Factory and Jam Gallery. Grasshopper in Temperance Lane and The Basement claims to be the best nightlife in Sydney. For excellent night club experience, head over to The World Bar or Chinese Laundry.

Tip: Visit the Arq Nightclub, a hub for LGBT crowd and carefree, entertaining night out.

Flights from Marcoola to Sydney are available. Customise your search for the best and cheap rates. Clubbing your flights with hotels will result in better deals.

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