Lions 2010


Convention Precinct

Darling Harbour
Expect everything and anything at Darling Harbour, Sydney's premier entertainment precinct and also home to Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre and Sydney Exhibition Centre.

With its spectacular harbour setting, Darling Harbour offers a feast of dining venues, some of Sydney's hottest night spots and coolest bars, great shopping, and the city's top attractions.

Darling Harbour also offers an unbeatable range of hotels and apartments, fascinating museums and the beautiful Chinese Garden of Friendship - a calm oasis in the heart of the city.

Things to do:

  • Dine alfresco at King Street Wharf, Cockle Bay or Harbourside.
  • Take a ferry, cruise, sailboat, yacht or speedboat tour from Darling Harbour.
  • Free outdoor entertainment will keep everyone amused.
  • Board the monorail for an overview of Darling Harbour and surrounds.
  • Explore Sydney Wildlife World with its collection of animals unique to Australia.
  • Catch the light rail to the Sydney Fish Markets, the second largest seafood market in the world.

Visit darlingharbour.com for more information.

The Rocks
Framed by the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, The Rocks is the birthplace of modern Sydney. The Rocks is home to Australia's most important heritage sites and is packed with accommodation options - from 5-star to heritage bed and breakfast - plus museums, galleries, charming restaurants and cafes, hearty pubs, beautiful parks and boutique shopping including The Rocks Markets.

Things to do:

  • Visit the Sydney Visitor Information Centre for the latest on what to do and see in The Rocks.
  • Take in the iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and spectacular Sydney Harbour on a walk from Circular Quay to below the Harbour Bridge.
  • Climb the span of the Harbour Bridge with BridgeClimb or visit the Pylon Lookout.
  • Explore shops and galleries in converted workmen's cottages and sandstone terrace houses or don't miss Sydney's much loved Rocks Markets.
  • Discover the colourful history of The Rocks on a guided walking tour or a visit to The Rocks Discovery Museum.

For more information visit therocks.com or drop in to the Sydney Visitor Centre on the corner of Argyle and Playfair Streets.