Travel Information
Delegates visiting Sydney from overseas
Luggage at Sydney Airport
At Sydney Airport, visitors can pick up a free luggage trolley after they pass through Immigration, before
retrieving their luggage to move through Customs.
Australian quarantine inspections
Australia’s distance from the rest of the world protects it from a number of diseases. To keep things this
way, our quarantine process is extremely strict. Almost all bags are X-rayed, many are searched, and trained
dogs sniff luggage.
Visitors may not bring any food, flowers or other prohibited items (visitors will be given a list) into
Australia.
Visiting Sydney from other Australian regions
If visitors are coming to Sydney from anywhere else in Australia, the process is simple. There are five domestic
airlines flying to Sydney: Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Blue, Aeropelican and Rex.
The Sydney domestic and international terminals are separate buildings, next to each other. There are no formalities
when visitors arrive, other than to collect their luggage and head off to enjoy the city.
Getting to Sydney from the airport
Sydney is only eight kilometres, or five miles, from both the International and Domestic Airports. Getting into the
city is therefore quick, and easy.
Taxi
Each terminal has its own sheltered taxi rank. Supervisors are on hand to ensure a smooth flow of taxis, and only
authorised taxis have access to the rank. Your journey into the city should cost between AU$25-30, and will take
about 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
Public Bus
Sydney Buses has a timetables service between Bondi Junction and Burwood which includes the T1 International and T3
Domestic Terminals in the route. Clearly marked bus stops are located on the arrivals level of each of these terminals.
Visit Sydney Buses for more information.
Train
There is a railway link from Sydney's international and domestic airports direct to Central Station. Trains from
Central go to almost every other precinct of Sydney. The single adult fare from Sydney International Airport is around
AU$15, and takes about 10-15 minutes.
Visit AirportLink for more information.
Shuttle-buses
Various shuttle-buses operate from the airports to the city centre and will drop visitors off at their hotels. Some
hotels also provide complimentary shuttle services for their guests
Sydney public transport and walking around Sydney
Sydney's public transport carries millions of people around the city each and every day. It's easy to access for both local commuters and visitors alike, and very affordable. Tickets may be purchased per ride or for multiple journeys.
Sydney's year-round temperate climate, gentle inclines; stunning harbour and garden settings make it the perfect city to explore on foot. Wander through our multicultural shopping and dining precincts, or get a little more adventurous on some of the walking tours below.
Sydney public transport options
Travel by Sydney trains
Cityrail is Sydney’s metropolitan rail network and from Central Station you can access trains to parts
of regional New South Wales (NSW) and other States, via Countrylink.
Travel by Sydney buses
The NSW Government’s Sydney Buses network runs all over the central business district (CBD) and suburbs
of the city. Further out, a number of private bus companies carry passengers to Sydney’s outer suburbs.
Travel by Sydney ferry
Sydney Ferries maintains both vintage ferries and more modern Rivercats to carry passengers in and around
the harbour and up-river towards Parramatta.
Walking around Sydney
Sydney Harbour Bridge
From The Rocks, take the stairs on Cumberland Street up to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This is a leisurely
walk across to Milsons Point, and takes about half an hour. You'll have stunning views across Sydney Harbour
on both sides, overlooking the magnificent Sydney Opera House. You can either do the return walk, or take the
train or ferry back to the city.
The Spit to Manly walk - Sydney northern beaches
This lovely walk leads around Sydney Harbour's northern foreshores, in and out of bushland, hidden beaches,
glamorous homes, sub-tropical rainforests and of course, sparkling harbour views. Start at The Spit Bridge,
about half an hour's drive from the city via bus or taxi. The walk is nine kilometres long and takes about
three hours. You can return to the city from Manly by ferry.
Bondi to Bronte walk - Sydney eastern suburbs
The three-kilometre walk from Bondi to Bronte is a popular coastal climb along beautiful beaches, and wanders
past a number of popular café strips. Start at Bondi Beach and head south to Bronte. You can also continue on
to Coogee beach via Clovelly and Gordons Bay. You can then take the bus back from Coogee to either Bondi or the
city.
Mosman Bay walk - Sydney lower north shore
Walking around the shores of Mosman Bay is an easy, 90-minute walk along a sealed and mostly level path. Start at
Cremorne Point, which you can get to by ferry from Circular Quay. The walk winds between magnificent and mostly
Federation houses on one side, and natural bushland and the Sydney Harbour on the other. Where the walk ends at
Mosman Bay, you can catch the ferry back to the city.