Address: Commonwealth Avenue, Yaralumla, ACT 2600
Telephone: 00 61 2 6270 6666
Website: gov.uk
Emergency Numbers: Dial 000 for police, fire, and ambulance
Sydney Visitor Centres: Corner of Argyle Street and Playfair Street, The Rocks; and 33 Wheat Road (between IMAX Theatre and Darling Walk), Darling Harbour (sydney.com). Both are open daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm
Local Laws and Etiquette:
- There is no strict etiquette regarding tipping in Sydney. However, it is recommended to tip around 10% in restaurants and for table service in cafés. Additionally, rounding up taxi fares to the nearest AUD $5 (£3) is customary.
Top Tips:
- Avoid buying fake didgeridoos and opt for something truly Australian.
- While most people are honest, be cautious of taxi drivers who take longer routes to the airport or Bondi Beach for higher fares.
The Basics
- Currency: Australian dollar (AUD $)
- Time Difference: Sydney is nine hours ahead of London in British Summer Time and 11 hours ahead in the British winter.
About the Author
Ariela, a Bondi native, surprisingly spends more time above water exploring new restaurants and interesting activities than one might expect (perhaps due to a childhood fear of sharks…)
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