Sydney By Night
View of Circular Quay from Milsons Point
With all of the opportunities for fun-filled days in Sydney, by nightfall you might just be too tired to take advantage of all the city has to offer. That would be a huge mistake, however. Sydney truly lights up as the sun goes down, with activities that appeal to young and old.
Start your night with dinner at one of Sydney’s many great restaurants. Sydney is perhaps the most international city in the Southern Hemisphere, so you’ll find food from across the world. Of course, there are restaurants that suit every budget: in many neighborhoods, fish and chips reside right next to more expensive options. There are a number of guides available online to aid you in your search for that perfect restaurant, as well as personal blogs detailing experiences. Or, you can choose your eatery the old fashioned way: walk down the street and see which smell catches your nose!
From dinner, Sydney is truly open to exploration. One of the most exciting options is live entertainment. Sydney’s Opera House is widely regarded for its architectural grace and beauty, but many visitors don’t venture inside! On any given night, a number of different performances fill the Opera House’s five venues. Keep in mind that it’s not just opera! This is also the home of the Sydney Symphony, as well as a stage for visiting theatre productions.
Perhaps opera, symphony, and live theatre aren’t quite your cup of tea. Don’t fret, because Sydney has something for everyone. Skip the theatre and head straight to the local pub, where you’re sure to find a whole group of drinkers looking for camaraderie and good times. There’s something about this city that encourages strangers to meet and enjoy everything it has to offer together.
Of course, what neighborhood you should hang out in depends on who you talk to. King’s Cross is the area recommended in most tour guides, and the neighborhood serves as Sydney’s risqué “Red Light District”. Keep your wits about, however, as this area is also considered to be one of the more dangerous parts of the city. Other popular spots to find a party include Circular Quay, Darling Harbor, and Oxford Street. Regardless of whether you end up in one of these neighborhoods or not, virtually every street in Sydney boasts at least one decent pub.
The fun in Sydney continues well into the night, so don’t cut yourself off when the daylight starts to wane. You’re sure to find a whole host of options for keeping yourself busy under the stars.
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