Growing up in Sydney I remember the excitement about a day at the Taronga Park Zoo because not only were we going to enjoy all the amazing animals but we got to ride on the Harbour ferries! A real treat and novelty!
So I was really excited when Julie suggested we catch the ferry over to Mosman Bay - I wasn't disappointed - the ferry ride still held the same excitement for me!; walk from there through the Cremorne Reserve which hugs the waterfront, and then catch the ferry back to Circular Quay from the Hay Street Wharf in Neutral Bay.
Definitely a "must do" outing if you are sightseeing in Sydney! Besides the magnificent views, the exercise is great! Fantastic to see that parts of the Harbour foreshores are dedicated to public parks and reserves for all to enjoy!
We topped off a fantastic day with a visit to The Rocks for lunch and a stroll through the weekend markets and a reminder of Sydney's early history. Visiting the historic Rocks is another great days adventure to understand this intriguing city.
Come ride the ferry and walk the walk!...........
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| Waiting at Circular Quay to board our ferry we were excited to see Greenpeace's Sea Shepherd moored at the Overseas Cruise Terminal. It was open for inspection. |
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| Loved its fearsome adornments! |
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| Ken, Julie, Peter and I setting of to enjoy the beautiful day and Harbour |
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The amazing iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.Sydney Harbour Bridge - City of Sydney |
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| Luna Park- "Just for Fun!" is another Sydney Harbour historic icon which nestles beneath the northern pylons of the Harbour Bridge. Another treat and great fun to visit growing up! Luna Park Sydney - Sydney Showcase Logo |
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| The impressive city skyline as we glide out of Circular Quay. From the moment Sydney was declared a settlement Circular Quay has been where it all happens! With many journeys beginning and ending here it is a major junction for bus, rail and ferry transport. There's entertainment on the quay itself in the form of buskers and street performers, while the cafes and bars offer stunning views of the harbour. |
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| Aboriginal performer plays the didgeridoo |
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| You can follow the interesting "Writer's Walk" around Circular Quay which highlights Australian writer's, poets and playwrights. Click to enlarge and enjoy a stanza from the renowned poem "My Country" - sums up our amazing country very aptly! |
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| For dare-devils, climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge is an adrenalin high! The BridgeClimb is a unique and unforgettable tour! The bridge with its soaring arch is the second longest single-span bridge in the world - New York's Bayonne Bridge beats it by only a few centimetres! It was completed and opened to traffic in 1932. One of the best views of Sydney is from the Pylon Lookout - the pylon also contains a great exhibition of the bridge's history, from the first sketches to Francis De Groot's attempt to sabotage the opening ceremony Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - For The Climb Of Your Life!™ |
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| Beautiful Kirribilli House, official Sydney residence of the Australian Prime Minister, watches over the north side of te Harbour. Kirribilli House | Prime Minister of Australia |
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| Opposite and standing regally on the south side of the Harbour in the north-west corner of the Botanical Gardens is Government House, home of the Australian Governor General. Built in 1845 it is built in an elaborate Gothic revival style. Government House Sydney Australia - sydney.com.auGovernment House - City of Sydney |
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| Wow! What a a stunning sight! The city of Sydney and the Opera House ! |
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| The Sydney Opera House - an impressive piece of architecture with the billowing sails floating on the harbour! Interesting - the natural fall of a segmented orange was what inspired architect Jorn Utzon's design! Sydney Opera House - sydney.com.auSydney Opera House - australia.gov.au |
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Historic Fort Denison, or "Pinchgut", holds many stories of Australia's convict heritage.Fort Denison - City of Sydney |
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| We arrive at Mosman Bay! What an ambiance! |
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| Serene and beautiful Mosman Bay viewed from the start of our walk through the Cremorne Reserve. Bushwalking on the Cremorne Point to Mosman Wharf |
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| Leafy flora inhabit the boardwalk gullies. |
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North Sydney Council - Cremorne Reserve |
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| Views from the path through the Reserve |
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| This lovely historic home (below) is a great example of the Federation Architecture. The Cremorne Peninsula has many wonderful examples of early Australian architecture in the lovely homes residing along the Foreshore walk. Click the above pic. |
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| Julie and I take a break to appreciate the lovely home and grounds and its fantastic view of the Harbour. |
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| The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens This beautiful garden began when Lex planted a single bulb which he pulled out of the harbour as it floated past when he was down on the rocks Ruby leaves a growing legacy - Environment - News - Mosman Daily |
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| We were surprised to learn that this point nearly became a major coal mine! Click pic to read more. |
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| Another historic home. |
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| Cremorne Point in its early days. Click to enlarge. |
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| Views of the city from the Foreshore Walk. |
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| You get plenty of exercise doing this Foreshore Walk! |
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| Lovely parks and landscaping to be enjoyed! |
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| The historic Cremorne Bathing Pool. Still enjoyed today! Click pics to enlarge. |
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| These foreshores were popular homes for the Cammeraygal. |
A section of the walk through our native bush - the Tree Ferns were
lovely!
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| The beach and restaurants from the Hay Street Wharf at Neutral Bay "Thelma and Louise" restaurant with the yellow awning is very popular |
WHERE SYDNEY AND AUSTRALIA'S SETTLEMENT BEGAN
- THE ROCKS
Once the haunt of a dazzling mix of pickpockets, prostitutes, merchants and sailors. The Rocks contains some of Sydney's most important historic sites and is a "must visit" attraction!
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| Fortune of War 1826 The oldest hotel in The Rocks area of Sydney |
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The historic architecture has been preserved in The Rocks area for all of us to enjoy.The Rocks Sydney Australia - sydney.com.au |
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| The bustling weekend markets |
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| The original streets - how narrow were they! |
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| Great Farmer' Market food stalls! - |
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| The old Coroner's Court |
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| Historic Cadman's Cottage Built in 1816 it is Sydney's oldest surviving residence. For many years it was the home of John Cadman, an ex-convict and boatman to Governor Macquarie. |
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Historic Custom's HouseCustoms House, Sydney - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaCustoms House - Sydney For All - Accessible Activities and Attracti |
