Take a guided BridgeClimb® tour to the top of the
Bridge and experience the incredible 360° view of
the Sydney Harbour and the city skyline. [www.bridgeclimb.com]
2.
Sydney Opera House
Appreciate the world-renowned Australian icon, Sydney
Opera House - a performing arts centre that offers daily
guided tours. [www.sydneyoperahouse.com]
3.
Taronga Zoo
Develop memorable experiences of the numerous exotic animals
through walking tours, sky safari rides, animal shows,
keeper talks and photo sessions. [www.taronga.org.au]
4.
Sydney Wildlife World
Explore an authentic wildlife experience at Sydney Wildlife
World, Darling Harbour, with more than 6,000 native Australian
animals living in their natural habitats and ecosystems.
[www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au]
5.
Sydney Aquarium
Marvel at the largest collection of Australian aquatic
life with over aquatic 11,500 species in their natural
habitat! [www.sydneyaquarium.com.au]
6.
Bondi-Bronte Beach Walk
Take a stroll along the Sydney coastline with its spectacular
ocean views, dramatic sandstone cliffs, beaches and inlets.[www.visitnsw.com]
7.
Blue Mountains - Jenolan Caves, Three Sisters
Experience the exhilarating adventures of the Jenolan
Caves and Three Sisters at Echo Point, Katoomba. [www.visitnsw.com]
8.
Shellharbour & Kiama Blowhole
Discover the dazzling beaches of Shellharbour and the
famous Kiama Blowhole - a rock formation at the edge of
the sea which sends eruption of water high into the air.
[www.tourismshellharbour.com.au
& www.kiama.com.au]
9.
Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre
Explore the universe with the 64 metre wide dish of the
radio telescope and astronomy at the Parkes Observatory
Visitors Centre. [www.parkes.atnf.csiro.au]
10.
Eden
Call into Eden, south coast NSW, for a whaling or wildlife
tour, deep sea fishing expedition, or camping on sea-gnawed
coastline of Ben Boyd National Park. [www.southcoast.com.au/eden]
11.
Wild Brumbies in Snowy Mountains
In the tradition of the ‘Man from Snowy River’,
ride a horse or watch the wild brumbies in picturesque
Australian Snowy Mountains. [www.snowymountains.com.au]
12. Houseboat
on the Hawkesbury
Hire a houseboat and discover fine dining, accommodation,
and the natural attractions longest eastward flowing river
of Australia. [www.hawkesburyaustralia.com.au]
Explore more than 120 modern wineries, cellar doors, resorts,
unique tourist activities, stylish boutiques and cosmopolitan
restaurants in a region renowned for its award winning
Hunter Semillon and Hunter Shiraz. [www.winecountry.com.au]
15.
Port Stephens & Stockton Sand Dunes
See the sights of Port Stephens aquatic wonderland and
ride a quad bike at the magnificent Stockton Sand Dunes.
[www.portstephens.org.au]
16.
Byron Bay
Experience one of the alternative ‘in' places with
its beautiful beaches, lush hinterland, surfing, yoga,
shopping, clubbing, dining, drinking, and diving. [www.byron-bay.com]
17. Lord
Howe Island
Discover the biodiversity and spectacular landscape of
Lord Howe Island - one of a handful of islands on the
UNESCO World Heritage list. [www.lordhoweisland.info]
18.
Western Plains Zoo
Drive your car through the 300-hectare safari zoo consisting
of 1,500 animals, including rare and endangered species.
[www.taronga.org.au]
19.
Broken Hill
Enjoy the great Australian Outback at a thriving city
with rich gold mining heritage and a vibrant arts community.
[www.brokenhill.nsw.gov.au]
20.
Lightning Ridge Opals
Visit the only place in the world where the exquisite
black opal is mined in quantity and sold in the rough
and talk to the colourful residents. [www.lightningridge.net.au]
*
MAP Marketing has picked the Top 20. This list is based
on our opinion not on quantitative research or visitor
numbers.
The First State
Capital City: Sydney
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