Ferry

Traveling by ferry in Sydney offers a scenic and pleasurable ride. Popular places accessible by ferry are Darling Harbour, Balmain, Hunters Hill, and Parramatta, Taronga Zoo, and Neutral Bay.

There are four types of ferries: the regular STA ferries; fast, modern Jetcats; Rivercats; and small private operators. Some ferries run between 6 a.m. to midnight, though be warned that ferries servicing tourist attraction routes may operate much shorter hours.

Departure times and fares vary. Getting a Ferry Ten TravelPass is advisable as it saves you the hassle of purchasing a ticket each time you use the ferry. For further information, contact the Sydney Ferries Information Center located opposite Wharf 4, Circular Quay (Tel: +61-2 9207-3170) or Hegarty's Ferries (Tel: +61-2 9206-1167).

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