1 day in Sydney & Wollongong Itinerary

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, listen to music at Sydney Opera House, then take in the pleasant sights at The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi Beach, and finally snap pictures at Sydney Harbour Bridge.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Sydney online trip itinerary builder.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Sydney. In October, daytime highs in Sydney are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Wollongong.

Wollongong, informally referred to as "The Gong", is a seaside city located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. For reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Wollongong trip itinerary app.

Traveling by car from Sydney to Wollongong takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Wollongong, with lows of 11°C. You'll set off for home on the 3rd (Sat).