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1/9/2019

Coasting with Culture Guide: Luna Park Sydney

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At the base of the North end of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and only a ferry ride from Circular Quay, Luna Park Sydney is a classic style amusement park that dates back to 1935. The park offers a blend of traditional favorites of the amusement park along with a few classic rides that are not as easily found any more, like the wooden Wild Mouse and the Coney Island fun house.

Being located in one of the world's most famous cities could offer the chase to add a bucket list sight, and some other lesser known experiences, to your visit to Luna Park.


​Location:
​Sydney, New South Wales, Australia


Website:
https://www.lunaparksydney.com/

Closest Airport:
Sydney Airport - 16 km

Can't Miss at Luna Park Sydney:
​> Coney Island - A classic style fun house that can be enjoyed by folks of all ages. Drop in on one of the fun slides, find your way through the mirror maze, or see how long you can stay on the Joy Wheel.

> Ferris Wheel - Enjoy one of the best spots in the park for scenic views of Sydney Harbour in the park, and don't forget your camera for those signature pictures of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.


​> Wild Mouse - A classic Hopkins & Pearce wooden wild mouse style roller coaster with sharp turns and surprising airtime hills with a scenic location along the waters of Sydney Harbour
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Wild Mouse

What's Nearby?
PictureSydney Opera House
Arts & Entertainment:

> St. George OpenAir Cinema (Sydney, 3 km) - Enjoy an evening at the movies with a view as the latest films are shown at Mrs. Macquarie's Point with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge in the background.

​> Sydney Opera House (Sydney 3 km) - One of the most uniquely designed, iconic and easily identifiable buildings in the world, located along the waters of Sydney Harbour. The opera house featuring a variety of shows and performances from that of classical opera to the latest musical plays.

Festivals/Events:

​> New Year's Eve (Sydney) - Because of it's location, Sydney is always one of the first major cities in the world to ring in the new year. Many times their fireworks displays are among the biggest and best as they take advantage of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to launch them.  ​
​Food:

> Friggitoria (Sydney, 7 km) - Near Kings Cross Station, the eatery offers a variety of Italian street foods as well as a pasta bar with an array of choices of pasta and sauces.

​> Grill'd (Sydney, Multiple) - An Australian burger chain that prides itself on it's use of all natural ingredients for it's excellent burgers, and a portion of the proceeds of each purchase is contributed to local causes and organizations
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Landmarks & History:

> I'm Free Walking Tours (Sydney, 3 km) -  An excellent way to learn the history and stories from one of Australia's best known cities, tours that focus on different areas of the city which are lead by very knowledgeable local experts that present hidden gems of the past.

> Sydney Harbour Bridge (Sydney, > 1 km) - A focal point of Sydney Harbour, this incredible feat of engineering that spans across the harbour offers visitors the ability to stroll across while enjoying an elevated view.

​> Government House (Sydney, 3 km) - A building of the Victorian era that was built when Australia was a colony. Today, it continues to serve as the residence and office of the Governor of New South Wales, with picturesque gardens surrounding it, and free tours on the weekends.

Natural Wonders:

> Bondi Beach (Bondi Beach 13, km) - The famous beach that is a popular spot for surfers, offering splendid views from the flanking sandstone headlands at either end of the sandy beach area.

> Royal Botanic Garden (Sydney, 2 km) - Located on Mrs. Maquarie's Point, this beautiful park offers a diverse selection of flowers and plants, along with scenic viewing areas of Sydney Harbour and the ability to visit and tour the .

​> Sydney Observatory (Sydney, 3 km) - Located on the site of a former defense fort, the observatory offers visitors the opportunity to learn about astrology and other sciences with a variety of artifacts from the building's past, and the opportunity to look into the night sky using both modern and historic telescopes. 
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​Sports:

> ANZ Stadium (Sydney, 23 km) - The host site of the opening ceremonies and track & field events of the 2000 Summer Olympics, this stadium is now used for a variety of sports such as Australian rules football, rugby and soccer.

​> Sydney Olypmic Park (Sydney, 23 km) - The location for many of the events of the 2000 Summer Olympics, the park hosts an array of activities and events using several facilities that saw some of the world's best athletes in competition.

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