Walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge: which is almost as recognisable as the nearby Opera House. It acts as the major route across Sydney Harbour from the central business district to the North Shore. Although it is no longer the tallest structure in the city, the bridge dœes claim to be the widest bridge of its type in the world and the largest steel arch bridge, with the peak of the bridge soaring some 134m above the harbour.

To walk across takes 30 minutes and provides some great views of the harbour, for the really brave there are even companies that organise climbs to the top.

There is an elevator to take you to the top and there are free guided tours to tell you about the tower and to point out the major landmarks of the city. The Sky Tour is good fun and especially popular with children, with story telling and a simulator ride around some of Australia’s best attractions.

Sit on Mrs Macquarie’s Chair: Mrs Macquarie’s Chair (also known as Lady Macquarie’s Chair) offers one of the finest views in Sydney. The chair was carved from the sandstone rock for the wife of Governor Lachlan Macquarie in the early 19th century. Legend has it that she used to enjoy sitting on the rock watching the ships sailing into the harbour.

Visit Darling Harbour: Darling Harbour is one of the most popular spots in the city for both tourists and locals. The area was re-developed in the 1980s to create an attractive public space with countless recreational options. There is some great shopping with over 100 retail outlets, a vast array of bars, cafes and top class restaurants, as well as a convention and exhibition centre. With a number of the city’s top attractions in the area, a visit to Darling Harbour is a must.