john's college on the university of sydney campus, this simple budget hotel is 14 minutes' walk from macdonaldtown train station and 5 km from iconic darling harbour. there are no tvs. upgraded rooms provide en suite facilities; some add sofas. set in st. a coin-operated laundry is available. other amenities include a shared kitchen, and a courtyard with bbqs, as well as a tv lounge, and a rooftop terrace with city views. a breakfast buffet is complimentary. the modest rooms sleeping up to 4 guests come with free wi-fi and shared bathrooms. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am Sydney Airport 20 min
Taronga Zoo Sydney (25 min) Harbourside animal attraction with over 340 separate species and a ferry service to the city centre. Chinese Garden of Friendship (9 min) Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse. Sydney Tower Eye (13 min) Landmark building, opened in 1981, with a 4-D cinema, observation deck and outdoor viewing platform. Queen Victoria Building (12 min) George McRae-designed building in a Romanesque style and now housing a varied collection of stores. Royal Botanic Garden Sydney (15 min) Harbourside haven for city wildlife with a rose garden, fernery and 'Jurassic Jungle' for kids. BridgeClimb Sydney (15 min) Tour company guiding visitors on climbs up the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge for stunning city views. Hyde Park (13 min) Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians. Darling Harbour (11 min) Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions and hosting large-scale events. Luna Park Sydney (14 min) Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top and a ferris wheel. Bondi Beach (26 min) This popular surf spot features a wide sandy beach, waterfront eateries & a skate park. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium (9 min) Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments. Sydney Opera House (17 min) Landmark, skyline-dominating arts centre for opera, theatre, music and dance, plus guided tours. Port Jackson Bay (27 min) Scenic harbor offering trails, picnic spots, outdoor events & views of iconic bridges & buildings. Sydney Harbour Bridge (10 min) Iconic structure opened in 1932, offering a BridgeClimb & the Pylon Lookout, hosting exhibitions. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo (12 min) Unique zoo featuring native animals in walk-through habitats, plus daily shows & feeding sessions. |