Sydney itself is a sprawling metropolis with seaside suburbs stretching both north and south for a length of about 70 km. It then extends west in a broad sweep about 60 km to the Blue Mountains, through historic Parramatta, a city in its own right about 20 km west of the city centre.

Today Sydney’s metropolitan area covers some 5,000 square kilometres offering the visitor a vast region to explore and enjoy.

Port Hacking, a large sea inlet, forms the southern border of the city and marks the start of the National Park, a large tract of national bushland and the rugged coastal scenery of Audley, Garie and Wattamolla. North of Port Hacking lies Botany Bay into which flows the Georges River. Sydney airport is on the north-western shore of Botany Bay, with runways extending into it on reclaimed land, 9 km from the city centre.

Sydney offers much to see, from it's more than 30 beaches stretching north and south, spectacular harbour and foreshores, historic buildings and locales, picturesque towns and villages, entertainment and tourist attractions, museums, parks and gardens, the list goes on. Don’t forget to check out our Shopping Sydney page.

Check out our huge range of Sydney accommodation. For additional attractions, tours and other information contact the local tourism visitor centres, found in a number of locations throughout Sydney. The Sydney Visitors Centres at The Rocks and Darling Harbour, provide the most comprehensive information and resources for all of Sydney and NSW.