Sydney Airport 41 min
Lane Cove National Park (13 min) Nature area offering wooded hiking paths, boat rides on a quiet river & many picnic areas. Lake Parramatta (26 min) A walking trail encircles this recreational reservoir known for swimming, boating & picnics. Cockatoo Island (39 min) Camping is available on this historic island with a shipyard & former penal establishment. Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park (16 min) More than 350 Aboriginal sites are recorded in this protected area of coastal bush and beaches. Sydney Harbour Bridge (30 min) Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions. Berowra Valley National Park (17 min) Park and hiking BridgeClimb Sydney (34 min) Tour company guiding visitors on climbs up the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge for stunning city views. Luna Park Sydney (33 min) Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top and a ferris wheel. Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden (34 min) Local artist’s small, romantic oasis, open to the public for picnics, walks & harbour views. Garigal National Park (34 min) Cycling, hiking & horse riding amid sandstone rock formations, waterfalls & Aboriginal sites. Koala Park Sanctuary Sydney (17 min) 10-acre park with rainforest & eucalyptus groves for koalas, kangaroos & other Australian animals. Fagan Park (19 min) Expansive park home to themed international gardens, picnic shelters & Netherby Homestead museum. Pylon Lookout (31 min) 87m-tall bridge bearing with a 200-stair climb through historical exhibits to 360-degree city views. Bobbin Head (17 min) Creekside picnic area with BBQ pits, plus paddle sports & a boardwalk through bird-filled mangroves. Parramatta Park (29 min) Flower-filled park with a bike loop, playgrounds, al fresco concerts & Old Government House museum. |