Known as “Harbour City”, Sydney is Australia’s major international tourist destination notable for its marvelous waterways and iconic landmarks: the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. There is always something lavish or large-scale going on in Sydney, covering sport, culture or global events and it has the reputation of being one of the most multicultural cities in the world. On the outskirts of the city’s urban reaches, lie unspoilt destinations like Port Stephens, Nelson Bay, the Central Coast, Blue Mountains and Leura – perfect backdrops for timeout from the hectic pace of the city.