Australia's largest city, famed for the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and surrounded by beautiful beaches and a stunning harbour. Take in the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from Circular Quay, and experience Aussie surf culture at Bondi Beach. The Rocks is where Australian settlement began, and Chinatown and Surry Hills are multicultural food hubs. Blue Mountains day trips and harbour ferry rides are musts.
Best Season
Spring (September-November) and autumn (March-May) are the best times to visit. Summer (December-February) is hot but ideal for the beach.
Budget
Daily budget around KRW 200,000-350,000 (accommodation 120,000-200,000; food 40,000-80,000; transport and admissions 40,000-70,000).
Transport
About 15 minutes from Sydney Airport to the city center on the Airport Link train. An Opal card covers trains, buses, ferries, and light rail. SIM cards (Optus, Vodafone) available at the airport (AUD 30-50). Tap and card payments are the norm; cash is rarely needed. Tipping is not mandatory but 10% for good service is common at restaurants.
Visa
Korean passport holders must apply for an ETA (electronic travel authority) in advance (up to 90 days' stay).
Safety
Generally a very safe city. At the beach, watch for rip currents and swim between the flagged areas.
Popular attractions in Sydney
Sydney Opera House
A world-class performing arts center recognizable for its iconic shell-shaped roof.
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Bondi Beach
Sydney's iconic beach, packed with surfers and sunbathers — Australia's most famous shore.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge
The world's largest steel arch bridge, famous for the BridgeClimb experience.
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Signature food of Sydney
Grilled Barramundi
🍱 TraditionalGrilled Australian barramundi, a freshwater fish prized for its mild flavor and thick, flaky flesh. AUD 25-45 per dish. Try Sydney Cove Oyster Bar at Circular Quay or the Sydney Fish Market.
Tim Tam
🍰 DessertAustralia's beloved snack — chocolate biscuits sandwiching a chocolate cream filling, all coated in chocolate. AUD 4-7 per pack. Available at any supermarket. Also popular as souvenirs.
Meat Pie
🍢 Street FoodAustralia's beloved snack of minced meat and gravy baked in a pastry shell. AUD 5-8. Harry's Cafe de Wheels in Woolloomooloo is a Sydney icon.