Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Sydney travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sydney

With a population of 105,968, Sydney is a must-see destination in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Sydney deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Sydney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Governor's Pub and Eatery (233 Esplanade St.) and The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse - Sydney (424 Charlotte St) are great picks.

When to visit Sydney

Sydney in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sydney in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sydney in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 6.6″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Sydney, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.

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How to Get to Sydney

Plane

When flying to Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney (YQY), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sydney from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 10h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 312 km from Sydney. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Halifax.

Plane

When flying to Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney (YQY), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sydney from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 10h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 312 km from Sydney. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Sydney

YQYSydney

Airlines serving Sydney

Air Canada
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WestJet
Good (3,347 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sydney

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Park Inn by Radisson, Sydney and Harbourview Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sydney

Most booked hotels in Sydney

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The Simon Hotel Sydney
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1037 reviews)
$158+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 907 reviews)
$129+
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Hotel North
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 501 reviews)
$145+
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Macneil's Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1062 reviews)
$96+
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Kow'S Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 297 reviews)
$116+
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The Clansman Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 374 reviews)
$107+
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Renting a car in Sydney

Renting a car in Sydney costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Sydney.

Expect to pay $5.94 per gallon in Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Sydney is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sydney costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Sydney.

Expect to pay $5.94 per gallon in Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Sydney is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Sydney

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$66/day

Intermediate

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$69/day

Compact SUV
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