Combined with the adventurous Outback, the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef and the charm of the Aussie people, Australia is a travel destination that can’t be outdone.   On your travels to the land down under get off the beaten path on your Sydney, Australia vacation by visiting these must-see sites.

Justice & Police Museum
Starting as a colony for convicts, Sydney’s first residents were quite colorful. Journey back in time at this unusual museum for a real-life story of cops and robbers.

Brett Whiteley Studio
When renowned Australian artist Brett Whiteley died of a drug overdose in 1992, his wife turned his studio into a memorial, leaving everything just the way it was. Here, you can get inside the mind of this notorious artist as you stand in his workspace and bedroom.

Clovelly Beach
While the masses head to Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach, make a beeline to serene Clovelly Beach. Its calm waters are perfect for snorkeling or swimming laps. Waverley Cemetery, where poet Henry Lawson is buried, is also nearby.

Barefoot Bowling
Once considered a sport for Australia’s elderly, lawn bowling has made a comeback. Grab a beer, kick off your shoes, and join the trendy at Paddington Bowling Club for this quirky pastime.

Check back on Tuesday next week for Part #2 of our Sydney, Australia not-to-be-missed sights.  Start planning your Australia vacation today!

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