Sydney & Melbourne, Australia 11-day travel plan covering Top attractions and For kids

Start Day 2 at Taronga Zoo Sydney at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for exploration. Take a 15-minute ferry from Taronga Zoo to Circular Quay (~$7 AUD), then enjoy a leisurely 10-minute walk to The Rocks, arriving at 12:30 PM for 2 hours. Finally, catch a 10-minute taxi from The Rocks to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium at 3 PM (~$15 AUD) for a 2-hour visit.

Day 3 starts at Bondi Beach at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for beach time. Take a 20-minute bus ride to Darling Harbour (~$5 AUD) - enjoy lunch and leisure from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Then, take a 15-minute ferry ride to the Australian Museum (~$7 AUD) for a 2 PM visit, allowing 2 hours to explore.

Day 4 starts at Luna Park Sydney at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for rides and views. Travel 20 minutes by bus (~$5 AUD) to the Art Gallery of New South Wales for your 12:30 PM visit; allow 2 hours to explore the exhibitions. Lastly, take a 15-minute taxi (~$15 AUD) to the Queen Victoria Building at 3 PM, where you can browse shops for an hour before wrapping up your day.

Day 5 starts at Manly Beach at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to relax. Travel to Wild Ropes via ferry (30 mins, ~$20 AUD) for your 12 PM adventure (allow 90 mins). After, take a 20-minute bus to Hyde Park at 2 PM - spend another 90 mins enjoying the greenery.

Day 6 starts at Powerhouse Ultimo at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 10-minute taxi ride to Cockatoo Island (~$20 AUD) for a guided tour from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Enjoy lunch at the island's café before heading to Barangaroo Reserve at 2 PM. To get there, catch a 20-minute ferry (~$10 AUD) from Cockatoo Island, exploring park trails until 3:30 PM.

Day 7 starts at the Chinese Garden of Friendship at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to explore the serene landscapes. Take a 10-minute walk to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, starting at 10:30 AM for 1.5 hours of animal encounters. Finally, a 5-minute stroll leads you to Sydney Tower Eye at 12:30 PM for panoramic views - allow 1 hour here. This balanced itinerary offers a mix of culture and wildlife in the heart of Sydney.

Start Day 8 at Shark Dive Xtreme at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the dive experience. Travel 5 minutes by taxi (~$15 AUD) to BridgeClimb Sydney, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 2.5-hour climb. Afterward, take a 5-minute taxi (~$10 AUD) to the Ferris Wheel, arriving at 2:30 PM for a 30-minute ride. Enjoy your balanced day of adventure and leisure!

Day 1 starts at Melbourne Zoo at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for animal exhibits. Travel via tram (15 min, ~$4 AUD) to reach Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria at 12 PM - spend 2 hours enjoying the landscape. Continue to Fed Square at 2:30 PM, a short 10-minute tram ride (~$2 AUD) to explore galleries and cafes.

Day 2 starts at Melbourne Museum at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore. Take a 10-minute tram ride (~$4 AUD) to reach National Gallery of Victoria by 12:30 PM - enjoy 2 hours of art. End your day at Luna Park Melbourne at 3 PM with 3 hours of fun - a 20-minute tram ride (~$4 AUD).

Day 3 starts at Melbourne Skydeck at 9 AM - allow 1 hour for stunning views. Travel to St Kilda Beach at 10 AM via tram (~$4 AUD, 30 min). Enjoy the beach until 12:30 PM. Grab lunch in the area before heading to Melbourne Star Observation Wheel at 1 PM - allow 1 hour for the ride. Take a 15-minute tram ride back to the city (~$4 AUD).