Find your next adventure in Sydney!

Sydney

Famous for its Opera House, Sydney is one of Australia’s largest cities and the capital of New South Wales.

 

There’s nothing not to love about Sydney, so book your flights to Sydney today through Philippine Airlines to check out the great culture and a never-ending list of things to do.

Old Historic Site

Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816, is Sydney’s second-oldest remaining residential building. Experience the city’s authentic history by popping by this cottage located in The Rocks.

Sydney’s Shopping

There is a plethora of great shopping in Sydney, most notably Oxford Street, full of stores and establishments, and the Westfield Shopping Mall with over 280 stores.

Day Trip into Nature

Take a 45-minute drive to visit the Blue Mountains, a world heritage wilderness site where you can spend the day exploring beautiful Australian scenery. From incredible rock formations, quaint villages and abundant wildlife, the Blue Mountains will blow you away.

National Park

Sydney Harbour National Park is a beautiful park protecting the islands and nature surrounding Sydney Harbour. With the trails, picnic spots, swimming, and activities, you’ll never want to leave.

Architecture

Phoenix Central Park is a performing arts venue just outside of the city. The outside is spectacular with an indented stone-white design, and the inside interlocks various floor levels for a great link between performance, nature, and art.

 

The Sydney Opera House is the most famous monument in Australia. The sail-like-shaped building is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century architecture, with visitors coming from all over the world to see it. The building can be viewed from the outside, but can only be seen on the inside through guided tours or concert tickets.

Cuisine

Although Australian cuisine was historically based on British and Irish dishes, it has become a melting pot of international influences, and nowadays Indian curries are as predominant as the meat pie. While in Sydney, try the

barramundi (Asian seabass), barbecue prawns and roast lamb as well as myriad fine dining options.

Must-See Events

Some key events in Sydney include Vivid Sydney, an outdoor immersive light installation show, and Taste of Sydney, bringing world-class chefs and one-of-a-kind dining experiences to Sydney from May to June each year.

Climate

Sydney’s climate is a humid subtropical climate, with mild and cool weather in winter and hot summers.

Public Transportation

Sydney has an extensive collection of transport options, including metro, buses, trains, and ferries.