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Popular Things To Do | Other Things To Do Tips | All Tips (6) Sydneys premiere amusement park, attractions include Coney Island, the Wild Mouse, Dodgem Cars, Tumblebug, Rotor, Ferris Wheel and Tango.
Luna Park first opened in 1935 and has since become a most outstanding and recognisable feature of Sydney Harbour's northern foreshore.
Now that entry to Luna Park is free, you should get on down and have a wander around one of Sydney's favourite icons. Soak up the atmosphere and the magnificent views while the kids enjoy the rides and games, or have a go yourself and relive your childhood. Step back in time at Coney Island, test your driving skills on the Dodgems, see what's happening in The Big Top or just sit back on the Ferris Wheel and make the most of the bird's eye view.
Open Every Day!
Sunday to Thursday
11am - 7:30pm
Friday
11am - 12 midnight
Saturday
10am - 12 midnight Leave a Comment Address: Milsons Point, just under the northern end of SHB.Phone: 02 9922 6644Directions: The easiest and most comfortable method of getting there is by public transport. Luna Park is accessible by train, bus, ferry and car. Ferries regularly service Milsons Point (Luna Park) wharf from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour.Website: http://www.lunaparksydney.com
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Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the best tours I've done anywhere in the world. The whole thing lasts about 3 hours and even though I am terrified of heights, I felt safe all the time. Climbs at day and night are on offer at a variety of prices so it's best to check their website for latest details. Leave a Comment Directions: Big metal thing with cars and trains on it spanning the harbour.Website: www.bridgeclimb.com
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Rollerblading / inline skating is a fun way to explore Sydney and the Sydney Harbour Bridge has a smooth bike pathway perfectly suited to skating. The Milsons Point area has been extensively repaved and a large outdoor plaza has been installed beneath the Harbour Bridge close to Fitzroy Street which is like a massive outdoor roller rink! The Milsons Point foreshore, where incidentally the PM takes his morning walks, is also within easy reach provided you are able to safely stop down the steep hill leading you there from Milsons Point train station.
And that is the catch! Hills. And your ability to stop on rollerblades going down them right?
No problem. There is a company that runs lessons in the Milsons Point area and provide certified instructors, skate hire, photos, protective equipment, etc to get you rollerblading no matter what your ability level is! Start off on the grass surface and learn the basics before you venture forth... Don't take my word for it, just google the word 'rollerblading' or 'rollerblading lessons' and you'll find relevant information on rollerblading in Australia. After all why not learn how to rollerblade well enough so that you can take your skates on your future travels you virtualtourist!? :-) Address: North Sydney - specifically next to Milsons PointPhone: 0411872022Directions: Best to check RollerbladingSydney.com for specific information.Website: http://www.rollerbladingsydney.com
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The Olympic Pool facilities comprise a 50-metre heated pool, gymnasium, sauna, spa, indoor 25-metre pool and cafe. The Pool complex gives customers the opportunity to combine swimming with other leisure pursuits in the one spectacular location overlooking Sydney Harbour, next door to Luna Park and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
History of the Pool
North Sydney Olympic Pool has a rich heritage.
The pool was built on the old Dorman and Long site where much of the construction work for the Sydney Harbour Bridge had been carried out.
When it was opened in 1936, it was hailed as the 'wonder pool of Australasia' because of the high standard of its facilities and the sophistication of its modern filtration system - at that time one of the most advanced in the world.
The pool is unique because of its harbourside location between the Bridge and Luna Park, the strong art deco styling and decorative plasterwork of its architecture, and its place in Australia's sporting history.
In all, 86 world records have been set at the pool by such swimming greats as Jon Konrads, Ilsa Konrads, Frank O'Neill, Judy Joy Davies, John Devitt, Shane Gould and Michelle Ford.
Entry Costs:
Adult $4.70
Child $2.30
Student - Tertiary (Australian ID must be shown) $3.80
Hours of operation :
Monday to Friday
5.30am to 9pm
Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
7am to 7pm
Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday Leave a Comment Address: Milsons Point, Sydney HarbourPhone: (02) 9955 2309Directions: Get off the train at Milsons Point Station and follow the signs down towards the harbour foreshore.
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The best way to view Circular Quay and the CBD (Central Business District) from the top. Don’t ever pay so much money on the ‘bridge climbing’ thing (unless you’re seeking for some blood-pumping activities.) This is what you should do; Catch a North Shore Lines train (from Central Station, Town Hall or Wynyard whatever) to Milsons Point, the first stop on North Sydney’s side then walk back across the Harbor Bridge to the Rocks. The walk itself takes around 15-20, but I saw some people spend over 2 hours taking photos!!!
By the way morning will be the best time doing this, or late evening but it maybe a bit too windy and freezing. Afternoon and early evening can be very hot and sunny. Directions: Milsons Point Station to the Rocks
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For first time or regular visitors to Sydney, it will be a fantastic experience immersing in the Aussie culture.
A superb way to do this is to see where the locals live. Try to go and visit some of the suburbs around Sydney. They are still not so far and yet away from the chaos of Sydney and the pollution.
One place is my suburb, a newly-created community which is fast becoming a sought after area.It is near everything- shopping, cinema, amenities for recreation (parks, reserves, zoos, etc), banks, fab restaurants,etc.
I shall be very happy to welcome you to our lovely community.
It is like living in a resort complete with all the luxuries- pool, spa, tennis courts, barbecue facilities, choices of various clubhouses with all these amenities I mentioned.
Plus, there are wide open spaces filled with hundred year old trees like my fave fig trees, gum trees and other native trees. It is common to be sharing the lovely setting with native and introduced animals like blue- tongued lizard, Aussie birds, etc.
We are also near the popular PARKLEA MARKETS, newly-built Rouse Hill Town Centre with shop till you drop boutiques, supermarkets, cinemas,banks,Leisure Centre with the only indoor wave pool in Sydney, with soccer and cricket fields, etc. We don't have the beach here but with the shark scare these days, who misses the beach?
There's also FEATHERDALE WILDLIFE PARK nearby (less than 15 minutes from us) and the Blacktown Olympic Centre where the softball/baseball matches were held during Sydney 2000 Olympics.
Another proud thing about this city is it is DEBT-FREE unlike many councils in Sydney!
It is like paradise here, trust me!
So come and see where I live! Address: around Stanhope Gardens, Newbury EstateDirections: Buses or train from the city will take you straight here. Stop at Blacktown Sta.Look for the t-way buses and look out for the metal cows. We're right in front PARKLEA Markets!Website: www.newbury.com.au Other Contact: look at the NEWBURY website
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