SYDNEY what to do for half to one day transit?
Oct 13, 2008, 2:17 pm
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SYDNEY what to do for half to one day transit?
Ill be in SYD on the 15th for just over 7 hours
any reccomendations as to what there is to do? the best place to have lunch? best views? Shark Fishing
any reccomendations as to what there is to do? the best place to have lunch? best views? Shark Fishing
Oct 13, 2008, 3:34 pm
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I think there has been several threads on similar short layovers in Sydney. The usual suggestions are to have a walk around the city (you may even have time to do a bridge climb) or go to Manly for a walk and a meal. (You can walk around the city and go to Manly, but not if you do the bridge climb.)
Quay restuarant at Circular Quay (where you catch the ferry to Manly) is supposed to be a good place for lunch. $90, but supposedly a bargain for it being restaurant of the year.
If by the 15th you mean (our) tomorrow, the weather may be a slight issue. It's supposed to be stormy last night and today, and clearing tomorrow. However, the weather seems to be running behind a bit...
Quay restuarant at Circular Quay (where you catch the ferry to Manly) is supposed to be a good place for lunch. $90, but supposedly a bargain for it being restaurant of the year.
If by the 15th you mean (our) tomorrow, the weather may be a slight issue. It's supposed to be stormy last night and today, and clearing tomorrow. However, the weather seems to be running behind a bit...
Oct 14, 2008, 12:06 am
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I had a 7 hour layover last November, and I made the most of it. Train to Circular Quay, walk around for a few hours, see the bridge and Opera House. Lunch near the Quay, then back to the airport about 5 hours later. Grabbed a shower in the NZ lounge then jumped on my UA flight back to SFO. One of the better layovers I've had
Oct 14, 2008, 1:27 am
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Train to Circular Quay,walk around Opera House, The Rocks and Botanic Gardens.
Climb the Bridge Pylon(free)
Then ferry to Watsons Bay for lunch of Fish and Chips and a couple of Pints.
Done
Climb the Bridge Pylon(free)
Then ferry to Watsons Bay for lunch of Fish and Chips and a couple of Pints.
Done
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Oct 14, 2008, 5:40 am
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What Aussie Battler said - absolutely SPOT ON! ^
Ferry to Watson's Bay will give you nice overview of the Harbour at same time as you take in lunch. Walks around Opera, Circular Quay and Botanic will give you taste of SYD, and pints, well. If you have to ask, you prolly don't need to do anything during your layover!!
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Ferry to Watson's Bay will give you nice overview of the Harbour at same time as you take in lunch. Walks around Opera, Circular Quay and Botanic will give you taste of SYD, and pints, well. If you have to ask, you prolly don't need to do anything during your layover!!
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Oct 14, 2008, 7:38 pm
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Thanks for all of the advice! as usual I am amazed at the wealth of knowledge and the willingness to help out here on FT... I ended up walking around in the Circular Quay and dining upstairs but not at the Quay as they only serve seafood...BTW the weather was very nice not a cloud in sight.
Oct 14, 2008, 10:22 pm
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samcmontreal, if you're still around (or anyone else finds this thread and all the pre-existing ones), you've covered almost everything.
If you are spending time in The Rocks / Quay after doing those other things, end the soujourn with a trip up to the top of the Shangri La for an excellent drink to end a fun transit stop in Sydney.
If you are spending time in The Rocks / Quay after doing those other things, end the soujourn with a trip up to the top of the Shangri La for an excellent drink to end a fun transit stop in Sydney.
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What Aussie Battler said - absolutely SPOT ON! ^
Ferry to Watson's Bay will give you nice overview of the Harbour at same time as you take in lunch. Walks around Opera, Circular Quay and Botanic will give you taste of SYD, and pints, well. If you have to ask, you prolly don't need to do anything during your layover!!
Dave
Ferry to Watson's Bay will give you nice overview of the Harbour at same time as you take in lunch. Walks around Opera, Circular Quay and Botanic will give you taste of SYD, and pints, well. If you have to ask, you prolly don't need to do anything during your layover!!
Dave
Oct 20, 2008, 5:00 am
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As a Northern SYD Downunder girl - I can vouch for all these great suggestions. To add balance to Stevenshev's idea , you can also catch a relaxing ferry over to Manly from Circular Quay and walk down the Corso to Manly Beach, head to your right and walk to Shelley Beach, sit on the sand or the little cafe on the way and catch some rays .
- I can vouch for all these great suggestions. To add balance to Stevenshev's idea , you can also catch a relaxing ferry over to Manly from Circular Quay and walk down the Corso to Manly Beach, head to your right and walk to Shelley Beach, sit on the sand or the little cafe on the way and catch some rays .
Nov 20, 2008, 6:21 pm
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I will probably have a similar (just under 8 hour) layover next Tuesday. What do people think about doing a 2 hour Intro Surfing lesson on Bondi or Marauba Beach? FYI - I have seen Sydney a few times before, much more leisurely than a quick stopover...
Nov 21, 2008, 3:59 am
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.Edit to add: If you don't go for the learn to surf option I would try a different beach to the two you mention neither of which are particularly picturesque. I have always thought the Northern Beaches are nicer than the Eastern beaches (even though I'm from the East, and generally despise those from the wrong side of the harbour
). My favourite up there would be Freshwater and there is a great restaurant overlooking the beach. It's pretty beginner friendly as well. Of course with 8 hours you may be stretching it
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Apr 21, 2009, 9:52 am
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7 hours in SYD
I am doing a MR this weekend form ORD to SYD. I am heading into SYD for 7 hours. Suggestions about things to do? I just want to walk around, take some pictures, have a bite to eat, and enjoy a good latte. Any suggestions would be appreciated. If anyone else is doing this crazy MR this weekend, let me know!
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Apr 21, 2009, 3:57 pm
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Definitly would go for a harbour cruise, likewise look at http://www.sydneybuses.info/tourist-...y-explorer.htm that will cover the major attractions around Sydney and out to Bondi Beach, plus the ability to get off somewhere you like and have a look around, before getting a later service to continue your journey.