How to Spend a Rainy Day in Sydney
While Sydney is often blessed with sunny weather, there’s always the chance of a downpour in the Harbour City. Here's how to stay dry and make the most of rainy days on your Sydney vacation.
- Go behind-the-scenes at one of the world’s most famous buildings on a tour of the Sydney Opera House.
- Go one better and watch an opera or concert at the iconic venue.
- Dodge showers on the covered bottom deck of a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour.
- Create a self-guided tour of Sydney’s top indoor attractions with a Sydney Attractions Pass.
- Shelter from the rain in some of Sydney’s best eateries on a food tour.
- Snag some bargains during a shopping trip to Sydney’s best brand outlet.
- Stay warm on a pub tour of the historic The Rocks district.
- Meet native Australian animals at Wild Life Sydney.
- Dive into the wonderful world of marine life without getting wet at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.
- Visit Madame Tussaud s to pose beside wax replicas of Australian celebrities such as Nicole Kidman and Elle Macpherson.
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WILD LIFE Sydney Entrance Ticket
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WILD LIFE Sydney hosts the largest variety of Australian animals under one roof, offering an authentic Australian wildlife experience in the heart of Sydney's Darling Harbour. See iconic wildlife including kangaroos, koalas, butterflies, birds, and one of the largest crocodiles in captivity in the world. Upgrade for a guided tour that includes a hot breakfast, supervised koala talk and photo souvenir.
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Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
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Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House for a fascinating look at this Sydney icon. Your knowledgeable guide leads you through the World Heritage–listed building on a walking tour, sharing entertaining stories about the revered performance center's history and providing access to off-limits parts of the house.
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Big Bus Sydney and Bondi Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations like Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth at any given place by simply hopping off the bus to explore. You can experience Sydney and Bondi's most noteworthy attractions at your own pace with your choice of ticket, valid for either 24 or 48 hours.
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Sydney Attractions Pass: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Zoo and Madame Tussauds
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Visit your choice of two, three or four of Sydney’s top attractions with the convenient and economical Sydney combo pass. Choose from a list of five options: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Sydney Tower Eye or Madame Tussauds Sydney. The Sydney Tower Eye observation deck offers sweeping views over Sydney Harbour and the city. The zoo and aquariums feature an amazing array of native Australian wildlife. Pose for photos with life-like wax statues of your favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds.
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Sydney The Rocks Historical Pub Tour with Drinks and Dinner
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Spend some time like a classic Aussie on a historical pub tour of The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest neighborhood. Join a fun-loving and informative guide, and visit some of the quarter’s oldest drinking holes to experience authentic Aussie pub life. Enjoy five drinks and dinner; discover pubs' behind-the-scenes secrets; and uncover the The Rocks' history, discovering how its drink spots have shaped local culture. Includes souvenir gift, photos, and discount vouchers for local shops and restaurants.
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Madame Tussauds Sydney Entrance Ticket
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Meet your favorite celebrities and sports heroes from around the world at Madame Tussauds Sydney. Start with your red carpet entrance and feel like a star in the immersive experiences. Have your own Fashion Week experience and pose for your photo shoot and be on the cover of Cosmopolitan. Attend a party with Chris Hemsworth at the ultimate VIP party or see if you have what if takes for you to win an award at the MTV zone. Go into one of the recording booths and channel your dance moves in the augmented reality dance experience.
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Sydney Food Tour: A Taste of Chinatown
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Discover the delicious food of Sydney's vibrant Chinatown district with a food-loving guide who takes you to local favorites. Sample a variety of dishes from different parts of China, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, with enough food to make up a full meal. Meet restaurant owners and chefs, hear personal stories of immigration to Australia, and learn how family recipes have been adapted with Australian ingredients. Get the inside scoop on favorite eateries and enjoy an array of tantalizing flavors on this fun and informative food tour.
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