Sam Posted March 21, 2006 Report Share Posted March 21, 2006 Hi everyoneI need some info. We are going to Sydney for a few days and I have seen some of the major sights on a previous visit including:Royal botanical gardens,The Rocks,Darling Harbour,Circular Quay,Can you please suggest other interesting things to do and see? I want to see some new and exiting things that are inexpensive. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riekie Posted March 21, 2006 Report Share Posted March 21, 2006 Hi Sam, Did you take the ferry to Manly? That in itself is one of the nicest ferry rides you'll ever have - fantastic view! Once in Manly, you can go to the North Head for breathtaking views of the city (to the South) or the Northern Beaches (to the North) - no entrance fee's, the view is free! Also, while in Manly, go to "The Ivanhoe" - it's between the ferry wharf and the beach -you get a $10 steak there that is out of this world! I'm a very fussy eater and I can tell you, it's worth every mouthwatering bite!Hyde Park in the CBD is also worth a visit and right next to the park is the St Mary's Cathedral - a must see! (Free) Across the road is "The Barracks" - a convict museum worth a visit - they have a minimal entrance fee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted March 22, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2006 Thanks Riekie, I will go and see all the places you've mentioned. Somewhere on this forum or RN somebody mentioned that there is a Spur and a Mikes Kitchen in Sydney. I found the Penrith Spur (I think) one on the web but that is very far and we don't want to spend so much money on a taxi. Are there any South African restaurants like Spur and Mikes Kitchen near Sydney CBD or a little way out? Another thing, what is the weather like this time of year? Shall I bring denims and warm jackets? We intend to spend much time outdoors.Thanks for the advice!http://www.mikeskitchen.com.au/location.phpIt seems like I'll have to wait untill we make a visit to the Gold Coast to be able to have Mike's Kitchen ribs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riekie Posted March 22, 2006 Report Share Posted March 22, 2006 Yes, there is a SPUR in Victoria Rd, Parramatta (to the West of the city) - their number is: 9684 4900 If I must guess, they would be about 15 to 20 minutes from the city.There's also a Panarotti's in Church Str, Parramatta - don't know their number, but will look it up & post it here later. Do you know of The Meat Co at Darling Harbour - its next to the Imax (I think there's another coffee shop in between, but you can't miss it). I believe you must make a reservation, it's a very popular restaurant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riekie Posted March 22, 2006 Report Share Posted March 22, 2006 Spur Steak Ranch Address:378 Victoria Rd Cnr Park RdRydalmere, NSW 2116 Phone:(02) 9684 4900 Fax:(02) 9684 4263Toll Free:None ProvidedE-mail:None Provided Web Site:None Provided Panarottis:Shop 3, 486 Church StreetNorth Paramatta, SydneyNorth Paramatta, Sydney (+0961) 298909399 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sa2auz Posted March 22, 2006 Report Share Posted March 22, 2006 Hi therePalm beach is absolutely beautiful, you can have fish and chips on the beach at Sunset or catch the ferry across to The basin beach and have a picnic lunch there.West Head is also amazing, views forever.We have had a few days of clouds but nothing that needs a long sleeve shirt or jersey. I would bring a drymac incase of rain we have had a few showers last few days on and off. If outside in the evening you might want a thin jersey or tracksuit top.If you would like to meet up for a BBQ or picnic I am sure I can get Riekie, Ajay, Madeline and few others together, let us know how much time you have.S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted March 24, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2006 Thank you Riekie and sa2auz for the advice. We are not going to stay long. Only a few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madelein Posted March 26, 2006 Report Share Posted March 26, 2006 A few MUST DO'S:Wine tasting trip to the Hunter Valley from Sydney http://www.huntervalleywinetastingtours.com.au/http://www.rovercoaches.com.au/wine/express.htmhttp://www.winecountry.com.au/tours.aspxhttp://www.visitours.com.au/HuntWineTours.htmBuy a roundtrip ticket on the Ferry to see Sydney and surroundings - costs: $15 per person all dayhttp://www.cityrail.com.au/fares/leisure_tickets.jspReally worth it to see it all!Blue Mountains Daytrip http://www.sydneytoursrus.com/jcandbm.htmlhttp://www.sydneywildernesstours.com.au/bl...ns-prices.shtmlhttp://www.bluemountainsadventuretours.com/http://www.wonderbus.com.au/Kind RegardsMadelein Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonnetjie Posted April 11, 2006 Report Share Posted April 11, 2006 Have you thought of visiting http://www.ribsandrumps.com.au/ it is owned by a South African it is great steakhouse.You could also visit ribs and rumps in Gordon just take a train from Wynyard station to Gordon. Get off at Gordon station walk up St Johns rd turn right into pacific highway about 10 min walk to theRibs and Rumps Grill & Seafood: GordonGordon Centre 808 Pacific HwyTel: (02) 9498 4411Fax: (02) 9498 5600Or you could take a ferry from circular quay to manlyRibs and Rumps Grill & Seafood: Manly35 South Steyne ManlyTel: (02) 9977 3476Fax: (02) 9977 3567 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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