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Sydney

Why Sydney

Sydney is the largest, oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia - and one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting destinations.

Endowed with a sparkling harbour, dazzling beaches and a sunny mediterranean climate, its setting alone has guaranteed Sydney a place among the most glamorous cities on the planet. Sydney is also the gateway to the natural wonders and attractions of the state of New South Wales.

  • Australia’s biggest international and domestic airports are just a 25 minute drive from the city centre, with 600 flights and 44 passenger airlines flying into Sydney each week.
  • Readers of Conde Nast Traveler (US) have rated six Sydney hotels among the 15 best in the Pacific Rim - more than any other city in the region.
  • Sydney promises professional event infrastructure of an exceptional international standard from the city that delivered the “best Games ever” in 2000, 2003 Rugby World Cup and some of the world’s largest congresses.
  • According to the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, Sydney receives an average of over six hours sunshine per day, every day of the year. 
  • Sydney Harbour, one of the world’s most famous urban waterways, has a shoreline of 240km (150 miles) - a natural paradise for hikers, joggers and water sports enthusiasts.
  • Most city shops are open all weekend and overseas visitors can take advantage of duty-free bargains where ever they shop.
  • Sydney is the gateway to the natural wonders and attractions of the state of New South Wales.

For more information see Sydney for Corporate Events for facts and figures about Sydney’s business strengths and key industries and Sydney for Incentives to find out why Sydney is the ultimate reward.