Sydney ...by: Kristin
We have been in Sydney since Wednesday and are just preparing to move on to our next place (where that is, we are not sure yet!), but thought we would share some of our photos from our time in the big city. We were both really excited to be coming into a BIG city (population is equal to the whole population of New Zealand = 4 million!!!) for a couple of days. We were getting a little lonely being the only crazy campers to put up our tent in the rain so it was nice to get into the middle of all the action here in Syd. We stayed in the YHA City Central hostel which was good walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go...the harbour, the rocks, darling harbour, kings cross, paddington. Although, it was a lot of walking. We even think we do more walking in the cities than on the hiking trails!
A picture of our hostel- YHA city central.
A grey nurse shark at the Aquarium. They had underwater viewing tunnels so you could get a cool perspective of the marine life....especially the sharks!
Brendon with some big fish!
Us with the Opera house and the Harbour bridge.
Friday we spent the day walking around to different areas in the city....mainly The ROCKS and Kings Cross (the apparently "shaddy" area in town..but most hostels are there). Yesterday we did some souvenir shopping at the Paddy's Markets, spent a little bit of time at the jazz festival and then went with a group from a bunch of hostels to the Aussie Rules Football game. We were cheering for the Sydney Swans (although they lost by 2 points). Still a cool experience and game....even though it rained pretty much the whole time.
At the Sydney Cricket Grounds (watching the Aussie rules footy game).
In the stands, keeping dry with our supporter's hats on!
A picture of our hostel- YHA city central.Our first day here we walked down to the harbour to see the famous opera house and harbour bridge. The Circular Quay area (where all the ferries and water taxis dock) was a great place to hang out and watch the action of the harbour...There were street performers all over (some didge players) so we enjoyed just walking around. We then walked over to the Sydney Aquarium for the rest of the afternoon.
A grey nurse shark at the Aquarium. They had underwater viewing tunnels so you could get a cool perspective of the marine life....especially the sharks!
Brendon with some big fish!
Next day we spent again mostly at the harbour. We walked through the Botanical Gardens. There were TONS of people out running and exercising....not sure if they were on lunch or on a day off (it was Thursday). We went on a tour of the opera house (to see inside and get some history) and also a cruise of the harbour. We lucked out with awesome weather this day....sunny and warm (well...pants and t-shirt weather!).
The Royal Botanical Gardens (right on the harbour).
Us with the Opera house and the Harbour bridge.
Beautiful harbour!
Friday we spent the day walking around to different areas in the city....mainly The ROCKS and Kings Cross (the apparently "shaddy" area in town..but most hostels are there). Yesterday we did some souvenir shopping at the Paddy's Markets, spent a little bit of time at the jazz festival and then went with a group from a bunch of hostels to the Aussie Rules Football game. We were cheering for the Sydney Swans (although they lost by 2 points). Still a cool experience and game....even though it rained pretty much the whole time.
At the Sydney Cricket Grounds (watching the Aussie rules footy game).
In the stands, keeping dry with our supporter's hats on!
So, we are either going to the Blue Mountains today or to Canberra...but first, a stop at the famous Bondi (Bond-eye) Beach.....
gotta go...7 minutes left of parking in the city and we are outta here!
gotta go...7 minutes left of parking in the city and we are outta here!
posted by Kristin and Brendon at 11:18 AM
5 Comments:
Hey guys, Sounds awesome, I can't wait to go to Sydney some time. I'm glad you made it to a game. Still want to see some pics of your didge Bren. Weather in Emerald this last week : rain, rain and rain. But sunny today, hopefully for you too.
Love Michelle and Charles (and little bump!)
It's great fun "seeing" your travels. Keep the photos coming. Love Mum and Dad
Hey guys - I've been a faithful follower of your blog but have never felt the need to comment until now. The picture of you two at the soccer game is just so beautiful, I just had to tell you. Its great fun to travel vicariously through you --keep up the good work....Marilyn (your mother's cousin)
Hey mates,
Your photos are great - I love checking your blog to see your latest and greatest adventures. We hope Rhonda is holding out for you guys! Stay warm! Talk to ya later,
Tanya & Nathan
Hi Kris and Bren,
Marilyn is right. that picture of you in the rain at the game is very cute.
Great to be at the Opera House. Cities are interesting! Have a wonderful trip on the great Ocean Road.
Love,
Mom and Dad
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