Tourism and Hospitality in Sydney, NSW: Attractions and Analysis

This essay provides a detailed overview of tourism and hospitality in Sydney, NSW. It highlights key attractions such as the Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Taronga Zoo, the Sydney Botanic Gardens, and the Queen Victoria Building, among others. The essay discusses the historical and cultural significance of these sites, including the Australian National Maritime Museum and the King's Cross district, and their impact on the city's appeal to tourists. It also touches upon the accessibility of these locations and the experiences they offer visitors, such as the Roar and Snore adventure at the zoo and the panoramic views from the Sydney Tower. The essay references various sources to support its analysis of Sydney's tourism landscape, illustrating the city's diverse offerings and its position as a major global travel destination. The essay showcases the city's vibrant offerings and historical background. The essay also mentions the George Street, the oldest street in Australia and its significance to the city.

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New South Wales (NSW) is one of the ancient states of Australia and is home to
Sydney: the most glamorous capital city. Travellers from all over the world stream into the
city to have a glimpse of the harbor, Opera House and world class eateries, walkways and
museums. The city of Sydney has not only attractions within but without where Australia’s
World Heritage is found. Additionally, modern dining, shopping, and cultural sites enrich the
visit to the city. The city is further surrounded by national parks with adventurous native
environments (Council, 2000).
Taronga Zoo is one of the magnificent sites situated in the Mosman neighborhood of
Sydney on the hillside of the harbor. The Taronga Zoo is home to indigenous creatures of
Australia and from other parts of the world. The Roar and Snore adventure of the Zoo allows
the visitors to hold back for the whole night catch a glimpse of the nocturnal animals, and the
Nura Diya tour, who offer additional information on the life of the Aboriginal Peoples
(Woods, 2002). Traffic is not an issue to the Zoo since the ferry ride directly leads to the Zoo.
Also, it is accessible by car or bus after which the short gondola ride leads to the entrance of
the Zoo.
According to Frawley (2009), the other fascinating scene is the Sydney Botanic
Gardens which are uncommon because they offer a parade of the natural floral scene and at
the same time are proximal to the city center and the beautiful view and landmarks of Sydney
Harbour. The Botanic Gardens are strategically located to offer relief from the busy town
and with a panoramic view of the activities at the harbor. The trees and plants of the garden
are named and each species described in detail. Furthermore, the trees in the backyard are a
home to birds such as the cockatoos and foxes which add to the garden its enriching
spectacular scene. Additionally, its natural oasis with its bluish waters makes the scene

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enjoyable. The different division of the garden into a series of specific parts each dominated
with various kinds of plants, from Begonias to Palms, etc. make the garden spectacular. This
difference in the distribution of the species makes the garden ever beautiful and different in
each season all through the year.
The iconic Sydney Opera House is the major scene which drives people to Sydney.
The Sydney Opera House is the most known human-made structure in Australia and the
world due to its exceptional architectural design. The building houses over 1500
performances that attract approximately 1.2 million people annually. The Opera House is
located on the Bennelong Point Harbour and surrounded by the harbor on three sides; its
position and magnificence makes it unavoidable to the visitors (Shofner, 2007).
The Australian National Maritime Museum is also best for its historical seafaring
vessels one of which is an imitation of the James Craig and that of Captain James Cook;
which provides a flashback on the history of the Harbour. The museum hosts seven galleries
that fully cover the maritime history of the nation, right from the unearthing of the
underworld to the government’s defense during the Second World War (McShane, 2007).
The Queen Victoria Building is the landmark of shopping connected with subversive
arcades to the Town Hall Station. Initially, it served as a market hall as from 1893 to 1898,
but its outstanding dome surrounded by smaller domes twenty in number supersedes its initial
intention (Shaw, 1987). The elegant building was neglected and was almost destroyed, but its
restoration to the original state has revived it, and currently, it is home to over two hundred
shops. The mosaic floors and tarnished glass windows give it a unique old look in the present.
Morris (1982) asserts that The Sydney Tower soaring into the sky 309m in height is
the tallest construction in the city and one of the most glaring scenes besides the Opera House
and Harbour Bridge. This tower protrudes above the Centre point shopping mall. The tower

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can be climbed by use of express lifts for an excellent view of the city. The tower enables a
panoramic view of the whole town and its environs which no other site can offer.
In addition to the tourist sites described so far, the Sydney Beaches add up the
exciting scenes of the city. The beaches are extended along the harbor with protruding
sheltered coves occupied cool water and shiny sands. Ford (2007) observes that The Bondi
Beach is abundant with its intermittent breaks and a multicultural atmosphere. Some of the
ocean breached includes Cronulla; which is accessible by train, Bronte and many others.
With the ferry, the visitors can still access the Manly beach which is liked for its beachfront
promenade, enclosed ocean pool, and luxurious hotels. Furthermore, the breaks at Collaroy
allow the swimmers to swim within the boundaries of the flags. Also, the fair life-saving
competitions that are done along the beaches during summer make the scenes more
enjoyable.
Jones (2016) observes that The George Street is the oldest street in Australia, though
it was not named before and was occupied by convicts fetching water supplies. Currently, it
serves as the most attractive streets filled with traffic arteries and with a host of ancient
buildings. It is the George Street that hosts the Queen Victoria structure complete with high
domes, tainted glass windows, and projected stores. Adjacent to the Sydney Town Hall is the
combination of the display of architectural designs that resemble a decorated cake. Another
one that is easily noticeable is the St Andrew’s Cathedral that was dedicated in 1868. A lot of
shops are, and boutiques are found along the street as well.
The King Cross located in the eastern part of the city center is a multifaceted glowing
light district with an interesting Bohemian history. History has it that the region was occupied
by the artistry in the 1900s up to the time it grew into a typical hangout for beatniks and
hippies later on. The area degenerated more and more due to the influx of the American

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troops during the Vietnam War. Notwithstanding its bad repute at night, at day time it’s a
right place. The trendy restaurants are a host to most of the ramblers that come from the
hostels ( Southgate et al., 2005).

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