Australia Coast to Coast

The first day on Australian soil and once you've got from the airport into the centre there's loads of accommodation and activities to choose from.  Sydney Central backpackers is right over Central Station and just a 10-15 minute walk to the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Botanic Gardens, Circular Quay, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, the Central Business District, all the shops and several big parks.

For places to eat there's no problem.  Eat out at one of hundreds of good take-aways, self-cater at the hostel or explore some of the great restaurants overlooking the harbour.