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Why Sydney?
Australia’s global city, Sydney is a beacon for leaders, thinkers and innovators from around the world – everything that’s needed to connect, inspire real progress and build long-lasting relationships.
To assist meeting planners, delegates and our partners to keep abreast of the ever-changing domestic and global environment - and the support provided by government - we have collated some useful links for easy access.
COVID-19 updates and linksCOVID-19 Health and Travel Updates
Sydney delivers COVID Safe events
See Sydney's commitment to delivering seamless events with COVID Safe measures in place. Our network of partners are ready and waiting to welcome your meeting to Sydney.
Sydney is ready
Sydney is open, with double-dose COVID-19 vaccination coverage in New South Wales reaching almost 95% percent for those aged 16 and over, and vaccination of younger age groups underway.
Sydney consistently ranks as a leading global and Asia Pacific hub – and Australia’s number one destination for global meetings, according to the latest annual International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Country and City Rankings.
Whether you’re an association or corporate business looking to connect across Australia, the Asia-Pacific or the world, Sydney has the proven capacity to deliver business events like nowhere else.
Industry strengths
As the largest economy in Australia and the ninth largest in the Asia Pacific Region, Sydney is perfectly positioned to help you shape a brighter and more prosperous future for local and global communities. A hive of innovation and thought leadership, the city is making global connections as the academic and business hub for Australia’s signature industry sectors.
Ease of Access
Spoilt for choice
Sydney is Australia’s most accessible city. Whether travelling in from inter-state or overseas, when you land at Sydney Airport, the city centre is only 8km (5 miles) away via your choice of taxi, train, airport shuttle bus, or private transfer, whichever you prefer. When you get to the city, there’s a range of accommodation to choose from, from the city centre to the coast and hinterlands.
There are also plenty of options for making your way around while you are here, with affordable and accessible public transport that includes trains, light rail, buses and ferries, as well as active transport options with easy walking and cycling routes, about which you can find more information on the City of Sydney website.
Visitors with mobility requirements can find an accessibility map of the city on the City of Sydney website; and information on accessible venues and attractions across the city on the Tourism Australia website.
For our international guests, like many countries around the world, Australia also has requirements for entry visas.
Meetings infrastructure
A venue to meet
Sydney is a spirited and cosmopolitan city: where every neighbourhood has its own distinct energy and character, and you’ll find a range of outstanding venues to connect people in the heart of the city.
A place to sleep
From internationally–renowned, five-star luxury suites and spacious apartments, to boutique and budget hotels, Sydney has more than 42,000 rooms to suit every style and budget. And most are within easy walking distance or a short taxi ride to major attractions and venues.
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney)
A beacon of innovation in the heart of the city
ICC Sydney is Australia’s premier global meeting venue. This state-of-the-art convention, exhibition and entertainment venue has been purpose-built to respond to the future demands of the industry. With the capability and flexibility to meet a comprehensive range of event requirements, ICC Sydney’s team will work hand in hand with clients to deliver events using their industry leading hybrid event solutions: featuring purpose built studios, virtual events services and extensive safety measures on-site.
Located waterside and at the nexus of both the Darling Harbour entertainment precinct and a university, start up and innovation precinct, ICC Sydney is close to the action, close to accommodation and has the capacity and facilities to inspire and delight in equal measure.
Value
A city that keeps on giving
The true value of meetings is the opportunity to exchange extraordinary ideas, challenge one another and inspire progress. Sydney brings a new and unique global perspective, close proximity and connectivity to Asian growth markets, and the quality infrastructure and experienced local industry you need.
Everyday costs like transfers, meals, hotels and accommodation are available in a range of options to suit all budgets. Plus, if you consider all that Sydney has to offer – its beauty, energy, diversity and ability to surpass objectives – how can you afford not to consider it?
Sydney Experiences
Culture and Entertainment
Sydney’s culture is as dynamic, diverse and interesting as the people who call it home.
Sydney Experiences
If you’re hoping to create stories to last a lifetime, Sydney certainly won’t let you down.
Outside the City
Sydney is a destination in its own right. But it’s also the launch pad for some of our most loved regions.
Essential City Information
Experiencing Sydney is easy, as well as memorable. Here’s a few of our top tips...
Sustainable Sydney
A greener city. A brighter future.
In Australia, the inextricable link between nature and culture makes sustainability a key priority for New South Wales and Sydney alike. In 2016, Sydney was ranked equal first for sustainability and the natural environment in PWC’s Cities of Opportunity. In 2018, the Sydney Opera House was certified carbon neutral. Now, the city is on a mission to redefine Australia’s sustainability credentials and BESydney is a supporter in driving this initiative forward.
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