Cafes and Restaurants
Thai Pothong
If you’re looking for incredible Thai food, visit Thai Pothong when you have Byron Bay to Sydney flights. This Newtown restaurant has been voted Sydney’s best Thai restaurant on TripAdvisor. The menu at Thai Pothong features all of the classic flavours of Thailand, from chicken satay, pad Thai, and duck curry. Plus there are great gluten free and vegan options, as well as a separate kids’ menu.
The Ternary
The Ternary is a stylish restaurant that offers stunning views over Darling Harbour. The restaurant, located at the Novotel Sydney Darling Harbour, uses fresh produce and spices to proffer a fusion of Australian and Asian flavours. When you dine here after your flights Byron Bay to Sydney, you can choose to order a la carte or indulge with the sumptuous degustation menu. Dishes are split into those that comes from the grill or Asian kitchen, so expect tastes that cover chicken tikka masala and rendang curry, to Balmain bugs, sirloin steak, and Tasmanian salmon. Don’t forget to leave room for one of the desserts, or begin your evening with a selection of starters - chicken dim sim, slow-braised lamb ribs, grilled haloumi.
Bills
Bills was one of the first cafes to launch the Sydney breakfast scene, and it has been a fixture with Surry Hills locals ever since. Open for all-day dining, it is the breakfast menu that has earned particular fanfare - especially the iconic ricotta hotcakes with honeycomb butter, and the sweet corn fritters served with roast tomato. Some of the breakfast dishes crossover into lunchtime, but a range of bowls, sandwiches, burgers and additional savoury plates are also available.
Travelling with Children on flights Byron Bay to Sydney
Taronga Zoo
Sydney’s Taronga Zoo has been a go-to for families for more than 100 years. When you book cheap flights to Sydney from Byron Bay, take your family here to admire the resident wildlife. Visitors with flights Byron Bay to Sydney can also learn about the conservation efforts the zoo has in place to protect animals both in Australia and around the world. A few of the animals you can expect to see at the Taronga Zoo include elephants, tigers, chimpanzees and koalas.
Luna Park
For an activity the kids will love, head across the harbour to visit Luna Park. It is a heritage-listed amusement park that took design influence from Coney Island in New York. Luna Park features a variety of rides and games for both adults and kids to enjoy after flights Byron Bay to Sydney. The rides include Mystery Manor fun house, the dizzying Moon Ranger, and Wild Mouse roller coaster.
Take a surfing lesson
If your family has never tried surfing before, Sydney is a great place to take a first lesson. There are a variety of great surfing beaches to visit after cheap flights to Sydney from Byron Bay. Try surfing at Bondi Beach for a classic Sydney experience, or catch the ferry north to Manly Beach for a more laid-back local vibe.
Best Things to Do on Weekends
Visit the Blue Mountains
If you’re looking to experience a different side to Sydney, catch the train two hours west into the Blue Mountains. This area is home to a dramatic landscape and rich Aboriginal history. When you have Byron Bay to Sydney flights, visit the Blue Mountains for scenic hikes and to see landmarks such as the Three Sisters, Govetts Leap Lookout, Wentworth Falls, and Jenolan Caves. You can also drive from Sydney to the Blue Mountains if you want the convenience of having your own set of wheels, and rental cars can be booked through Webjet at the same time as confirming your flights.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
When you have cheap flights Byron Bay to Sydney, you’ll feel spoilt by the amount of beautiful coastline there is to explore. The city’s most famous coastal spot is Bondi Beach, which is loved for its iconic surf breaks and stretch of golden sand. Spend some time on Bondi Beach after your Byron Bay to Sydney flights, then walk south to discover more Sydney beaches. If you walk at a relaxed speed, you will hit Coogee Beach in about three hours. Along the way, there are plenty of places to stop and take in the scenery, including Tamarama Beach and Bronte Beach.
See a show at the Opera House
If you have Byron Bay to Sydney return flights, the city’s iconic Opera House can’t be missed. The Sydney Opera House is easily recognised for its white tile-clad architecture and unique fan shape. To make your weekend in Sydney extra special, plan to attend a show at the Opera House when you have cheap flights Byron Bay to Sydney. Several shows are performed at the Opera House each day in the areas of theatre, opera, classical music, and dance.
How Much Time to Spend in Sydney
Once you’ve arrived into Sydney Airport (SYD), there are enough cultural and historical activities to last you weeks. If you are looking to see the main highlights of Sydney, you could book tickets to Sydney from Byron Bay and stay in the city for about three days. For a more in-depth look at the culture and lifestyle of Sydney, plan flights Byron Bay to Sydney for about a week, taking a day trip or two during that time.
