The Amazing Darling Harbour in Sydney NSW
Dazzling near the city center of Sydney, Australia, lies Darling Harbour, an attractive waterfront that vaunts shopping, modern architecture, beautiful gardens, an aquarium, and dozens of restaurants and bars to dine in.
Whether you come to Darling Harbour to walk around and breathe in the fresh ocean smells or picnic in Tumbalong Park, you surely won’t be disappointed visiting Australia’s finest tourist attraction.
Darling Harbour is a convenient walk from Sydney’s downtown core making it an easily accessible location. If you travel through Market Street you will find it and the nice thing is it has multiple entrances depending on where you are coming from.
If you are not downtown, you can travel by train, bus, water taxi, or ferry to the harbour, or even drive and park your car in the secure parking offered.
Once in the park, head on over to Tumbalong Park where you will be greeted by lush grass, mesmerizing fountains, Chinese gardens to stroll through, and a water park for kids. The water park for kids provides fun for the entire family with its jumbo slide, swings, and a 10 metre-high net to climb.
This park is loved by tourists not only for these attractions but also because of the chic atmosphere and nearby amenities. Close by you will find Paddy’s Markets, which is a neat farmers’ market with gifts and fresh flowers, Broadway Shopping Centre that has a huge food court and an assortment of shops, and Harbourside which is close to Darling Harbour. There is no shortage of things to do in and around Darling Harbour!
Stroll by the water at Darling Harbour and take in the seaside sights of boats perched on the sparkling blue water or the silly seagulls taking over the docks. Then when you are feeling peckish, grab a lunch to go from Café Del Mar or Nick’s Bar and Grill and sit in the park or on a bench overlooking the harbour; then finish your meal with a sweet gelato treat from Bar Gelato.
Whatever your pallet is craving, you will be sure to satisfy it with the hundreds of restaurants and cafes in Darling Harbour to choose from.
For those individuals wanting to experience the historical culture, The Powerhouse Museum will teach you all about interesting science, design, and technology facts that offer interactive tours. Another museum to visit is the Australian National Maritime Museum that invites guests to climb aboard a tall ship and peruse galleries of maritime artifacts.
If you still feel like you want to absorb yourself in more Australian culture, visit the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre nearby for more entertainment. When you are ready to wind down and put your feet up, Darling Harbour has a large selection of modern hotels with pools, bars, and breathtaking views of the harbour.
Whatever the reason may be for your visit to Darling Harbour, you will surely enjoy all it has to offer. The extensive list of dining, shopping, and adventuring options make this Australian destination a favourite of locals and tourists of all ages. You may learn more about the history of Darling Harbour here.
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