The Devonshire Tunnel is not something that you choose. It chooses you. Well ... unless you're a…read morebird or a train, the Devonshire Tunnel is the only mobility solution for getting from the Surry Hills side of Central to Railway Square. Though I regularly daydream about being a bird (or a train, for that matter), I'm stuck with these two feet, no wings, and a long tiled tunnel owned by Railcorp. Or at least I think it's owned by Railcorp, because of the incredibly ugly rail-related mural images decorating the tunnel. I agree with Jo - the best (and worst) thing about the Devonshire Tunnel is the buskers. They're Surry Hills standard NOT New Orleans standard, so don't expect miracles. This tunnel is hot and airless, and the art is bad, but one can't help feeling a certain affection for the buskers and the dated tiles. A tip for whoever makes the Railcorp public art: It is never a good idea to run an ordinary digital photograph through multiple "effects" filters on Photoshop and then print it at a large scale in a pedestrian tunnel.

Buskers. Lots of them. Of varying quality but always of interest. The tunnel that leads to Central…read moreStation from Henry Deane Plaza is more than your usual walkway. Clomping tiredly to catch my train, I always look forward to seeing who might be brave enough to stand up and busk today. With less of a tourist element than the buskers you see in tourist hotspots like Circular Quay, the ones here range from the talented to the downright oddball all in search of a gold coin or two that you may have to spare. The other day I passed a dreadlocked guitarist with a surprisingly deep voice and an old bluesman with a face that had seen the devil if not made a bargain with him. I've had some amazing encounters here over the years, from a young Aboriginal artist selling her work, to a glorious untrained operatic voice that swelled right the length of the tunnel. Only when you got close could you see that the owner of that voice stood with a white cane; she was blind. Perhaps the weirdest was a little old lady perched on a stool next to a handwritten sign that said 'Virgin Advice'. As I was running late for my train, I didn't get a chance to ask her whether her advice was in regards to maintaining virginity, or whether her virgin state allowed her a particular authority in giving advice. I've never seen her again, I wish I'd stopped.

I literally passed by this museum on my way to the botanical gardens several days ago. Noting the…read morelimited hours I slightly rearranged my schedule to make the Tuesday hours work. I was expecting a small museum that would take 30 minutes max to go through. Thankfully I was so wrong. Before even opening the door of the museum I was greeted by one of the docents who was lovely throughout the tour. The entire tour lasted about 70 minutes and was fascinating. She explained the origins of the hospital and detailed history of the nursing staff who truly started the practice of nursing, as directed and sent by Florence Nightingale. While I was vaguely aware of the Nightingale connection I was surprised to find so many items that were either owned by Nightingale or given to the nurses from Florence Nightingale. With all the objects of the museum donated I think they have a truly remarkable collection, including old medical objects, photos of nursing staff, training uniforms, chemist set, to go bag of pharmaceuticals (for visiting rural areas), and medals received for service in the Crimea War. In general, I think it helps to have a medical background in order to understand how great this collection is and to be able to easily compare the collection to current medical practice. That being said, the docents ask prior to the tour if you have any medical knowledge. The only area of the museum that I didn't enjoy was part of the new wing and was two rooms of medical specimens, including the preserved fetus from an abortion. There were many different cancers (breast, ovarian, colorectal) also on display. I think generally people should be warned prior to going into those rooms. $5 Admission per person, cash only Photos are ok, no flash Will be asked to leave larger items (camera bags, backpacks) in the office Very limited hours! Martin Place metro stop

A must see building and a wonderful place to shop! Such fun stores and an incredible building to…read morewalk through. Very skinny as a building design which makes it so interesting to go through. Different floors to explore too! Love the historical building with some modern twists of restaurants and shops.

I enjoyed the aesthetic and ambience. It's unlike the malls in the USA that could feel vast and…read moreimpersonal. However, it doesn't mean that it'll have unique pieces. Don't expect to find deals that you are accustomed to in America.

Built in 1869, the Sydney Town Hall continues to be the seat of local government in Sydney. It is…read morevery prominent on the skyline for folks walking down history George Street. A bell tower is prominent, with its main bell weighing 1,500 kg.

Disappointed it was closed & we couldn't wander inside. The trolley stops in front & there are…read moremany benches in front to sit & wait. The Sydney Town Hall was built over the Old Sydney Burial Ground. The cemetery was Sydney's first permanent cemetery and it is estimated that at least 2,000 buried between 1792 and 1820. The foundation stone was laid in 1868 by Prince Alfred, the Duke of Edinburg. The building was constructed in two stages & the design was the result of a competition, won by J. H. Willson. Before the Opera House opened this with the venue to meet and greet dignitaries. The building with its clock tower and steps is a city landmark & city symbol. It is considered the most elaborate and exuberant work of Second Empire Style architecture in Australia featuring corner towers, domed pavilions, pedimented breakfront entries, a hierarchy of decorative orders, columned & pedimented window treatment, venetian windows with many elaborate decorations. It exhibits the craftsmanship, quality of materials and incorporates technological advances.

My first thought?? What the heck are all those bird cages doing up there??!!…read moreI thought I was taking a short cut and found a place of interest and creativity. Daylight hours present well lit pics but the evening presents the soft lighting and nuanced pics that are quite beautiful. The area has hidden cafes, restaurants and bars. Really giving this place the life it needs to be a good find. Sort of like that alleyway in Harry Potter. Lol

Pinterest/Instagram paradise! This alleyway is a bit of a challenge to find, but it's surprisingly…read moreclean and well lit. What's not to love about fun adventures like this?

What rally is in today! Crowds are spilling out of the Town Hall, politicians are bidding your…read moreattention and supporters of various groups are handing out dodgers. The topic tonight is " Coal and health in the Hunter". An interesting topic with an election in three weeks. The Town Hall is a meeting place for various groups and the renovations are superb. The historical aspects are entranced and the modern facilities which are discreetly hidden away or blend in with the building. The rooms inside are excellent for large groups. The wood panelling on the ceiling is modern yet tasteful in blending in with the historical look of the building. The large ceiling fans keep the hot arguments cool. Good on you Glebe Council for spending money on a very worthwhile building. Love that we respect historical buildings.

Darling Harbour was a charming area nearby my Vrbo. I wish I'd spent more time in the area, as…read morethere were a number of restaurants I'd have like to visit, but I didn't have enough time. It was a lovely space to walk through, so if you're in Sydney, I recommend going by!

The backdrop of our window view from the Hyatt Regency Sydney, the Darling Harbour occupies a large…read moreportion of the western area adjacent to downtown Sydney. It was named after a former governor of New South Wales. Some famous attractions in the harbour include Chinese Garden of Friendship, National Maritime Museum, Sydney Aquarium, and Sydney Zoo. The pyrmont pedestrian bridge can get you across the harbor (East-West).