Hyde Park is situated in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, and is a smaller version of New York’s Central Park in many ways.
It this episode of The Sydney Visitor, I take a walk through Hyde Park, and talk about some of the interesting things to see there, including the Anzac Memorial, the historic Archibald Fountain, and some very unusual oversize chess matches.
Check out my Hyde Park Video
We also explore St Mary’s Cathedral, which is right next to Hyde Park, and so is well worth wandering across the road for.
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In episode 8, I talk about my recommendation on how to spend your first day in Sydney.
Although it is quite touristy, I recommend spending some time on a bus tour of Sydney. The Sydney Buses “Sydney Explorer” is a very convenient and cost effective tour. It’s easy to arrange, and a good way to get “oriented” to the layout of the city.
A pretty unique alternative is a “hop on, hop off” harbor cruise tour of the city and harbor.
We also talk about some of the options for getting to and from Sydney Airport when you first arrive. Although there are a few options, each has its advantages and disadvantages.
Episode 8 Featured Resources:
Sydney Explorer Brochure
The Double Decker Hop On Hop Off Tours
Hop On Hop Off Harbgour Cruise
To and From Airport - Sydney Airport
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Driving in Australia
Driving in Australia is quite safe, but it is important that any overseas visitor understands the simple precautions and differences to driving elsewhere.
In Episode 7 of The Sydney Visitor, we talk about when you would want to drive avehicle in Sydney, and when you are better off relying on Public Transport.
We also look at the importance of driving on the left hand side of the road, wearing your seatbelt, and having the right drivers licence to drive here.
The RTA website provides the best source of specific driving information for overseas visitors. Also available are overseas licence details for overseas drivers.
Bike Tracks in Sydney
There are lots of places to ride bikes in Sydney, and plenty of bike lanes on main roads. I talk about my favourite bike riding loction:
Centennial Park
As well as two of my other favourites:
Olympic Park
Faulconbridge Point
We also launch The Sydney Visitor Hotel Finder tool. A way of comparing all the major online booking engines, to ensure you get the cheapest price for hotel rooms anywhere in the world.
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