Traveling with Raquel

The rocks What is it?  A chance to scale the world-famous "Coathanger". Why go?  You can see Sydney Harbour in all its majesty. We recommend the express climb, which is a little shorter and takes you up the inside arc so that you are surrounded by hand-riveted steel and feel a little like you’re inside the ribs of a metal skeleton.

Carriageworks What is it?  Carriageworks Farmers Market is the busiest Saturday market in the city. Why go?  It’s well worth the trip for its range of seasonal produce, including organic and biodynamic foods from farmers and producers from across New South Wales.

Balgowlah heights What is it?  It's a 9- or 18-km coastal trek (depending on if you're going one way or returning to Manly) that takes you from sandy coves to beautiful vantage points of Sydney Harbour, up and down rocky staircases and to at least four secret beaches.  Why go?  The views are worth every drop of sweat you lose as you climb the stairs, and there are beaches here that you can only reach on this walk or by boat.

Bondi beach What is is?  It’s the most photographed ocean pool in Australia – at Sydney’s most beautiful   beach.  The 50-metre saltwater pool a popular spot for sunbathers and a bottleneck spot on the Bondi to Coogee walk. Why go?  The baths have been a landmark of Bondi for 100 years, and it’s only $7 for casual entry – giving you access to the pool, the sauna and the gym.

Taringa western plains zoo The Zoo is home to hundreds of rare and endangered animals including giraffes, rhinos, elephants and big cats. Daily keeper activities (included in zoo entry) and special tours deliver magical experiences you will never forget. Tickets are valid for two consecutive days, giving you ample time to experience all that is on offer.