A coastal metropolis that hugs its harbour like a proud parent, Australia's biggest city does 'quality lifestyle' better than most. Its enviable climate, laid-back vibe and beachside culture sit comfortably alongside world-class restaurants, a vibrant arts scene and retail hotspots. Let our Sydney travel guide show you the way.

Food and drink

Foodies flock to inner-city Surry Hills and Chippendale to eat, filling up on various international cuisines including flavoursome Greek cuisine at Kepos Street Kitchen, juicy burgers from Marys in Newtown or inventive Japanese dining at Toko. For some of Australia’s best fresh seafood, take the light rail to Sydney Fish Market where you can fill up on a bucket of prawns, Sydney Rock oysters or barramundi and chips by the marina. Restaurants like the whimsical Bennelong, the magical Golden Century (try the dim sum!) and the stylishly seasonal Chiswick are some of the most inventive kitchens in the world.

Earn 100 Qantas Points^ per diner when you book via Qantas Restaurants.

Fashion and shopping

Love to shop? Then Sydney is fabulous, with all luxury international brands, innovative designers, master artisans and beautiful arcades. In the city centre, the 19th century grandeur of the Queen Victoria Building defines shopping elegance with three levels devoted to fashion, jewellery and gifts. A stroll away is the Strand Arcade, another gorgeous arcade where you’ll find hatters, shoemakers, jewellers, cafes and restaurants. Walk through this charming arcade to Pitt Street Mall and Westfield Sydney with more than 250 stores. The city is also home to some of Australia’s top designers and their flagship stores, including Dion Lee, Alice McCall, Zimmermann and more.

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

On the edge of Sydney Harbour, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA), is Australia’s leading museum dedicated to celebrating the work of living artists, bringing exhibitions of international and Australian art to the community. Within walking distance from the Opera House and Sydney’s historic Rocks, the MCA sees over a million visitors each year. 

Tour the incredible artwork, take in spectacular views of Sydney Harbour from the rooftop cafe. Settle in at GRAZE MCA for a long lunch or stop by the MCA Store, voted one of the best design stores in the world by The Guardian. 

Entry is free.