Day three was hugely productive as we saw some of Sydney's most iconic sites. However, before seeing the sites we needed to eat. We headed to Woolloomooloo Bay, home of the world famous Harry's Cafe de Wheels. Harry's is known for its meat pies, specifically the 'Tiger,' which is a meat pie topped with green pea and potato mash and gravy. Delicious...and very filling.
Greg and Dave outside Harry's Cafe de Wheels.
Mo took it a step further and scarfed down Harry's weiner with chili.
Matt, Mo, Greg and Dave outside the Sydney Opera House.
The rugby cheerleaders enjoying their time with the Travel In Sandals crew...and vice versa.
Matt, Greg, Dave and Mo at the Foundation Cup rugby match.
Go Roosters!! Beat the Tigers!!
Matt, Stacey, Megan, Mo, Greg, Lisa and Dave at the Opera House Bar.
Greg bargaining with the kebab guy...he saved 50 cents because the guy didn't charge him for the white sauce.
Matt getting his late night grub on...so delicious!
Greg and Dave outside Harry's Cafe de Wheels.
The Tiger meat pie from Harry's Cafe de Wheels.
Mo took it a step further and scarfed down Harry's weiner with chili.
After our meat pie feast, we took a leisurely stroll through the Botanical Gardens to the Opera House. Along the way we realized Sydney is a hotbed for BATS!! Thousands were hanging from the trees like cocoons. Freaky! Mo was not a big fan.
Bats hanging from the branches of the Botanical Garden trees...creepy!!
The Opera House is a massive structure that is worth all the worldwide acclaim and attention it gets. It's an architectural spectacle that took more than 14 years to build. From the Opera House steps you get amazing views of the Sydney skyline, the Harbor Bridge and the surrounding harbor.
Bats hanging from the branches of the Botanical Garden trees...creepy!!
The Opera House is a massive structure that is worth all the worldwide acclaim and attention it gets. It's an architectural spectacle that took more than 14 years to build. From the Opera House steps you get amazing views of the Sydney skyline, the Harbor Bridge and the surrounding harbor.
Matt, Mo, Greg and Dave outside the Sydney Opera House.
Mo and Dave on the Opera House steps...they look like ants.
Perhaps the highlight of the day was going to a rugby match at the Sydney Football Stadium. We saw the Sydney Roosters take on the Wests Tigers in the annual Foundation Cup (Sydney bragging rights). After a couple hours of knock-ons, tries, scrums and phases, we feel we're pretty well-versed in Rugby lingo. Roosters won 31-10...go Roosters!!
Matt, Greg, Dave and Mo at the Foundation Cup rugby match.
Go Roosters!! Beat the Tigers!!
We ended the day in traditional fashion - a night of drinking with new friends. This time we met up with some American friends who were in town - Megan, Stacey and Lisa. Sunday was more mellow than Friday and Saturday, but we were still able to find some activity at the Opera House Bar and places around King's Cross. The Opera House Bar is on the backside of the Opera House with stunning night views of the Harbor bridge, city skyline, and perfectly lit Opera House...a perfect setting for drinks and conversation.
Matt, Stacey, Megan, Mo, Greg, Lisa and Dave at the Opera House Bar.
And what has become a Travel In Sandals staple...enjoying the local late night cuisine.
Greg bargaining with the kebab guy...he saved 50 cents because the guy didn't charge him for the white sauce.
Matt getting his late night grub on...so delicious!
No one can say you aren't living each day you're there to its fullest. Wow!!!!! You sure know how to travel. Thanks again for keeping us updated. You're the best!
ReplyDeleteBTW I Know Greg is "thrifty", but I think he bargains for the bragging rights not the money he saves.
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ReplyDeleteLove the architectural shots!Seems like an awful amount of eating, love it.how come no shots of koala's?They are so cute.thanks for the updates its loads of fun watching your travels in sandals.
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