Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Sports & Activities
Who wants to be stuck inside on a beautiful sunny day? Cer-
tainly not Sydneysiders. Give them any excuse and they'll be
stripping off nonessential clothing and hitting the city's beaches,
parks and pools. With looking good such an obvious concern,
the city has devised myriad ways to stay built, bronzed and
beautiful. Oh, and healthy, too.
Spectator Sports
Sydneysiders like to stay in shape, but not everyone here is a Bondi lifesaver - plenty of
people settle for watching rather than participating in the competitive collision of sporting
life.
Cycling
Sydney's skinny streets and hectic traffic aren't ideal for two-wheelers, but quite a few ad-
venturous ecowarriors get about on their wheeled steeds. Some roads have designated cycle
lanes, but these often run between parked cars and moving traffic (watch for opening
doors). If you're just cycling for fun and not commuting, opt for the long cycle paths at
North Head (near Manly), Sydney Olympic Park and Centennial Park.
Sailing
An introductory sailing lesson is a brilliant way to get out onto the harbour, though it's not
for the budget-conscious. More experienced salts can skipper their own boat.
In-Line Skating & Skateboarding
The beachside promenades at Bondi and Manly are in-line skating hot spots, but Centennial
Park is better for serious workouts. You can even skate across Sydney Harbour Bridge.
There's a decent skate ramp at the south end of Bondi Beach, and a skate centre at Sydney
Olympic Park.
