4-day Sydney harbour and beaches
Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi, and Manly in four days.
4 daysFirst-timersBest: September–November, March–May
Last updated: 2025-03-15
Day 1 – Circular Quay and Opera House
- Opera House tour or photo stop
- Harbour Bridge and The Rocks
Morning at Circular Quay and Opera House (tour or exterior). Walk The Rocks. Afternoon ferry to Manly or Taronga. Evening harbour dinner.
Tips:
Book Opera House tour ahead. Ferry is a must-do.
Day 2 – Bondi and coastal walk
- Bondi Beach
- Bondi to Coogee walk
Morning at Bondi. Do Bondi to Coogee coastal walk. Lunch at Coogee. Afternoon beach or pool. Evening in Surry Hills or Darling Harbour.
Tips:
Walk takes 2–3 hours. Bring sunscreen and water.
Day 3 – Blue Mountains day trip (optional)
- Scenic World or Echo Point
- Three Sisters
Day trip to Katoomba (train or tour). Scenic Railway, cableway, and Three Sisters. Return to Sydney by evening.
Tips:
Train from Central ~2 hours. Tours available from city.
Day 4 – Last sights and departure
- Darling Harbour or Barangaroo
- Last beach or shopping
Darling Harbour, Barangaroo, or one more beach. Transfer to SYD airport.
Tips:
SYD: allow 30–45 min from city by train or taxi.
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