Climate
Sydney has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters, and rainfall spread throughout the year. The weather is moderated by proximity to the ocean, and more extreme temperatures are recorded in the inland western suburbs.
The warmest month is 
January, with an average air temperature range at Observatory Hill of 18.6–25.8 °C. An average of 14.6 days a year has temperatures of more than 30 °C. In winter, temperatures rarely drop below 5 °C in coastal areas. The coldest month is July, with an average range of 8.0–16.2 °C. The lowest recorded minimum at Observatory Hill was 2.1 °C. Rainfall is fairly evenly divided between summer and winter, but is slightly higher during the first half of the year, when easterly winds dominate. The average annual rainfall, with moderate to low variability, is 1,217 mm (48 in), falling on an average 138 days a year.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sydney#Climate
Getting around
Sydney can be explored with a combination of walking, buses, subway or even ferries. This city, where over 4 million people reside, is comprised of a variety of neighborhoods, all of which are reachable through some form of public transportation. But for tourists, most sightseeing will take place within
Central Sydney, which is easily accessible by walking.
If you’re going to be use a lot of public transportation, it’s a good idea to check out the various day passes available. There are day passes which allow for unlimited use of the ferries and buses, as well as the TravelPass which is a 7-day pass good for unlimited use of buses, trains and ferries for the 4 centermost zones. The Sydney Pass is probably best for tourists as it includes unlimited bus, train and ferry service within the basic TravelPass zone, as well as return Airport Express Service, access to the two Explorer Buses (hop-on/hop-off tour buses around the city), passage on Sydney Harbour Cruises, as well as passage on the high-speed ferries that go out to Manly Beach from Circular Quay.
It’s also possible to cycle around the city if y
ou’d rather get off the bus and take control of your sightseeing, without having to hoof it around the city. Or for those who would rather forgo public transport, hail a taxi from almost any street corner.
You can find everything you need to know about public transport on the Transport Information website. If you've got no idea where you're going, you can get your bearings by checking the maps of the transport networks (bus, ferry or train) available via a link on the left hand side of the screen.
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g255060-s302/Sydney:Australia:Getting.Around.html
Entertainment
From large scale concerts and events to lively pubs to intimate bars, there is a something for everyone when it com
es to Sydney nightlife.
Sydney is a city which never sleeps. You can guarantee on any given night there will be a live show, a great pub or a hidden bar that you can visit or enjoy.
Theatre, musicals and live concerts are held at venues such as the Opera House, the Sydney Entertainment Area. Grab a bite to eat in one of the excellent restaurants surrounding either before or after, many offer deals to those with theater tickets.
Sydney is home to some great Australian pubs, there are also some excellent bars to stop by for a drink. The nightclubs in Sydney are some of the best in the world, attracting big name DJs and boasting some of the most high tech sound and light systems in the world.
Darling Harbour, Kings Cross, The Rocks and Oxford Street are all hubs for night life and entertainment.
Sydney has a very active entertainment scene and includes all forms of entertainment.
Sydney Pubs and clubs
Pubs and clubs feature strongly in the life of Sydney and popular with visitors.
Sydney Cinemas
Cinemas are spread around the city.
Sydney Festivals
During the year a number of specialist festivals are held.
Sydney Opera House
This Sydney icon has a continuous programme. To check out some wonderful performances that can be booked on line.
Sydney Theatres
Sydney has an active dramatic arts scene with many theatres and performances. To check out some great theatre shows that can be booked on line click Sydney theatre shows.
Star City Casino
Sydney Star City Casino has lots on offer and is open 24 hours a day.
http://www.sydneyeguide.com/entertainment.php
Sightseeing
Botany Bay National Park
This is where Captain James Cook first landed in Australia in 1770. Not only a hisorical site but a place for picnics and leisure activities.
Coogee Beach
One of Sydney's smaller, more intimate beaches in the Eastern Suburbs.
Featherdale Wildlife Park - Sydney
Featherdale Wildlife Park in western Sydney has more than 2000 native Australian animals and birds.
Kangaroos at Featherdale
They're not on the streets, they're here in a western suburbs animal park.
Manly Beach
A ferry trip from Sydney's Circular Quay, Manly Beach is a favorite of residents and visitors alike.
Royal National Park Activities and Attractions
There are a number of interesting Royal National Park activities and attractions.
St Mary's Cathedral
Mother church of Australian Catholicism, an imposing Sydney landmark east of Hyde
Park.
Sydney Museums - Where They Are
From your About.com Guide, a comprehensive listing of Sydney museums. Addresses, telephone numbers.
Sydney Wildlife World
Sydney Wildlife World at Darling Harbour brings some of Australia's unique animals, birds and other creatures right at the doorstep of the city's central district.
http://goaustralia.about.com/od/sydneysightseeing/Sydney_Sightseeing.htm
Food and drink
A typical menu at any one of the famous Australian restaurants may be as follows:
- Turkey liver and Mountain Pepper pate
- Grilled Kangaroo fillet with red wine and Muntrie glaze
- Sweet potato chips and fresh garden salad drizzled with a dressing made from local Olive Oil and Red Wine Vinegar
- Lemon Myrtle curd tart and Kangaroo Island clotted cream
- Mellow shiraz or a crisp fruity chardonnay
ARIA Sydney
ARIA Sydney is situated on the very edge of Sydney Harbour.
Astral restaurant
A truly luxurious restaurant, Astral Restaurant is situated at the summit of Star City Hotel on the waters edge at Pyrmont.
Altitude
Where you can see a spectacular view of Sydney.
25th Floor Restaurant
The relaxed and elegant setting makes the 25th Floor the perfect venue for a romantic, intimate dinner…
Coast restaurant
Coast restaurant brings the beach to Darling Harbour and invites the sunshine and harbour breeze in to mingle with its contented guests.
