What easy day trip from Sydney suits a solo traveller without a car?
I want scenery, a gentle walk and cafés within reach of a train or coach.
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Can we fit Scenic World and a Katoomba walk into one train day?
We can leave Sydney early and return late, but want time to enjoy the rides and nearby scenery.
How should we pace a Katoomba hiking day reached by train?
We hope to combine a clifftop walk, Echo Point and other Blue Mountains viewpoints in one day.
Is Cockatoo Island a good ferry outing with a five-year-old?
We have already seen some central attractions and want a different harbour trip with room to explore.
How do we reach The Gap lookout after the Watsons Bay ferry?
We want a scenic walk from the wharf but need to know whether the route is obvious and strenuous.
What should we check for a three-hour international connection at Sydney Airport?
We arrive from Singapore and continue to Brisbane, and want to know about trolleys and handling bags in transit.
Which Sydney Harbour ferry outing can we add from Watsons Bay?
We are already planning Circular Quay and Manly and want another interesting waterside stop.
How should we move from a Circular Quay cruise arrival to an airport-area hotel?
We want one more Sydney day after disembarking, then an early flight from an airport hotel.
How should a family of six stay near Circular Quay before a cruise?
We have four children and large suitcases and need one night plus a manageable airport and terminal transfer.
Where can I explore a cluster of traditional Asian eateries in Sydney?
I prefer casual independent restaurants and want a neighbourhood where I can walk past several choices, possibly beyond the CBD.
How can older visitors eat well in central Sydney on a moderate budget?
We prefer Australian or European-style meals and want straightforward places without paying for every meal in a tourist precinct.
Which Sydney neighbourhood makes a fun dinner outing?
We have two nights and want one waterfront meal plus another area with a lively local feel.