Free Things to do in Sydney Australia



Free things to do 
in 
Sydney Australia
Sydney is the capital state of New South Wales and considered as the most populous city in Australia. It is composed of suburbs and includes the Central Business district where major tourist sites can be found. This is the main base for travelers exploring NSW and other cities.

Residents are often called “Sydneysiders” and a number of the workforce are based here with a better quality of life. Years back they would always say that it’s too crowded, but I think it isn’t too much. The populace you meet is enough to make you feel at home and delighted.



The country has managed to keep its tranquility, blending nature, infrastructure, and history to describe its true exquisiteness. Moreover, it offers various options for leisure and fun activities may it be into sports and water and land adventures, music, arts, and culture; with delectable healthy food choices.

You can definitely, call it your ideal and perfect vacation getaway with beautiful sceneries surrounding this vast land of Oceania.

Aussies have long been known to live a laid back kind of life, and they are outspoken and cordial, which is a unique trait for certain people. This is ideally perceived that there’s still a lot of kind people to meet in this gorgeous destination.


  WALKING TOURS  
  FREE THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY  

Despite the fact that Sydney is listed as one of the most expensive cities, surprisingly you can still get to enjoy and complete fun activities and day tours all for free! and take note these places are without entrance fees. 

Another important thing is that they have a very efficient public transport, especially in the CBD area. This makes it in our list of an ideal dream vacation for any type of travelers. 

Sydney Harbour is one of the major tourist destinations and hailed as one of the grandest harbors in the world. 

Throughout the year different activities are being staged and for the month of May till June the majority of the landmarks are all well lighted to celebrate the Vivid festival or popularly called “Vivid Sydney” showcasing beautiful vibrant light installations mixed with various music staging all for free for everyone and stretches from Circular Quay up to Darling Harbour.

 For this posting, I have summarized a few selections of free attractions, and free things that you can complete such as a day tour in the Sydney mainly in CBD and Harbor area. 


I know my article won’t be enough to validate just how grandiose and splendid this country is, but I hope the pictures would help justify the magnificence of each area that we saw in our own eyes.




CIRCULAR QUAY              
Treat yourself with a cup coffee starting your day as you finally arrived in the Land of Free.

This the perfect area to start your day tour where the main public transport base is located exploring other suburbs of Sydney via bus, trains, ferries, and cruise ships.



SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE         
One of the most picturesque architecture in Australia

Spend an extra $ to go on top and get a panoramic view of the worlds most beautiful harborYou also have the option to cross the bridge pedestrian walkway for free.




SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE
The historic performing arts center of Sydney, take that souvenir shot with this beautiful opera house. Get inside and Check out other activities here >>>> 



SYDNEY BOTANICAL GARDENS and THE CALYX 
Head on to the newly opened “THE CALYX” for one of the loveliest gardens found in the city. This site is made of Glass arc and stages creative exhibits all about flowers.


ART GALLERY OF NSW           
Art enthusiast gets to enjoy this historical site, one of the biggest public gallery in Australia for creative events and exhibits from the well-known artist, with free art activities.


ST MARY'S CATHEDRAL         
The Cathedral church and Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Mother of God, Help of Christians or popularly known as "St Mary's Cathedral" is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney. 

For the Catholic community, you can offer prayers, mass intentions in one of the grandest spiritual landmark in CBD area. 



HYDE PARK                                
This is considered as one of the oldest parks in the country and features the Archibald fountain with gorgeous gardens and native trees all grown. 

Get to feed the wandering birds, relax sitting on their benches or on the vast hectare of green lawns while enjoying diverse scenes and music of this public area.   

     



QUEEN VICTORIA BUILDING    
Located in the central business district is this elegant building a very popular shopping center in Australia.





SYDNEY AUSTRALIA CHINATOWN    
An eye candy spot in Sydney, with various choices of affordable restaurants. Treat yourself with moon cakes and coffee. Look for “Paddy's Market” for cheap souvenir items and “pasalubong”.


SYDNEY VIVID FESTIVAL  
One of the main reason we came here in Australia is to witness the majestic presentation of Lights and music in Sydney Harbor.

This happens every May-June, and it's all for Free! So this will be another walking tour going back to familiar sites starting from Darling Harbour, Circular Quay then the Opera House LED presentation going straight to Botanical Gardens for creative nightly events. 




BONDI BEACH DAY TRIP     
Explore Sun, Sand, and Sea by a quick visit to one of the iconic public beaches in Sydney Australia.
Read my blog post here >>>>>




OTHER THINGS TO DO.....
  • Vivid Cruise 
    • How to Book for Vivid Cruise? Check out Groupon for group tour discounts
    • How much is the cost? $33 (discounted price)
    • How long is the Cruise tour? 90 minutes - 2 hours
    • Buffet Dinner Inclusions: Italian dishes and salads, one round of beer, coffee, and sparkling wine.
  • Bondi Beach Day Tour
  • Day Tour in the Scenic World of Blue Mountains
  • Day Tour in Canberra 
    • Read more about my Blog Post >>>>>
  • Featherdale Wildlife Park 
    • Read more about my Blog Post >>>>>
  • Visit Retails Shops and Outlets for branded items sold at discounted rates:
    • Costco 
    • The outlet
    • Birkenstock
    • Coles and Woolworths - also offer random discounts esp for chocolates and coffee
  • Ride all you can with different transport means available in Sydney at your convenience and comfort. During Sundays, fare rates are capped at $2.50. So ride all you can and go anywhere you plan too, at a worthy cost. Make sure to get your Opal cards and top up! Coming from circular quay you can enjoy all the rides you want.  
  • Let me just highlight again that NSW operates a very efficient transportation system so it will be fun and easy to roam around with their existing buses, trains, trams, and ferries operating. This may be expensive but it’s a good experience to do it here with the safety and security of the country.
    • Tram
    • Bus
    • Trains
    • Buses
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Our trip this year 2017 is purposely to travel around Sydney coming from an invitation of a relative. The planning had been made easier since everything was all set for our daily schedule and activities to partake, including a private car for our means of transportation, with the exception of our CBD and Harbour Tour.

Upon arrival I reminisce at the thought back then that it was too impossible to be here, then I smiled realizing I have finally arrived in OZ unexpectedly. And we genuinely love this country, the magnificent Land down under.

As we visited the Central area we decided to book a night in Swissotel, a treat from my cousin who is spending her birthday. The location is really close around 10-20 minutes walk from the Harbour side.

It was a perfect day to accomplish a walking tour and we concluded the night joining the “Vivid Cruise” which is an engaging option for travelers seeking a 360 perspective of the creative lighting installations in the city. You will start by the Cockle Bay Wharf (the waterfront entertainment side) and you are treated with a buffet dinner while getting a wonderful sight of the vibrant harbor.


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