Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Sydney, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Money
The most common methods of payment in Sydney are cash, credit card, debit card and cheque. Foreign currencies are not generally accepted. The Australian Dollar (AUD) is divided into 100... read more
Banks
There are four big banks in Australia, which have branches across Sydney and the rest of the country. These are Westpac, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Australia and New Zealand Bank... read more
ATMs
There are some 460,000 ATMs in Australia. They are often attached to banks, in shopping centres and in some bars and clubs. They normally accept debit cards that operate internationally,... read more
Money Exchanges
Foreign currency can be changed at banks and bureaux de change. Rates differ little, but independent exchanges occasionally have special deals. There are plenty of these in the city and... read more
Credit Cards
Major international credit cards are widely accepted in restaurants and shops or when booking tours and the like. You can also use credit cards at ATMs to withdraw cash. According to an... read more
Tipping
To tip or not is entirely up to you. It is not expected in the same way it might be in America, but it is always appreciated. Tipping is more common in swanky restaurants. If the service... read more
