Ranked among the top destinations for language stays, Sydney is one of the most exciting metropolises on the planet! Choose to learn English in Sydney and immerse yourself in one of the most thrilling cities in the world! Sydney, the very first European settlement in Australia, is home to approximately 4.7 million people, stretching across a vast territory between the Pacific Coast and the Blue Mountains in the southeast of Australia. Needless to say, nature enthusiasts, sun seekers, beach lovers, and surfers will find plenty of reasons to consider going to Sydney to learn English!
As a cosmopolitan city, hosting the 2000 Olympic Games, Sydney is a wise choice for international encounters that will provide you with countless opportunities to practice your newfound English language skills during your language stay in Sydney.
Departing from Geneva, get ready for a long journey to the other side of the planet, as the average flight time to Sydney's Kingsford Smith Airport is around 25 hours. Once you arrive, getting around the city is made easy with a dense network of buses and light trains, as well as ferries that can take you across Sydney Harbour and the Parramatta River. This allows you to effortlessly explore all the attractive and touristy aspects of the city during your free time outside of language classes in Sydney. After your discovery excursions, you'll have a plethora of options for dining in one of the many restaurants or relaxing in the numerous pubs, bars, and nightclubs in Sydney. And all of this at prices that are relatively similar to those in Switzerland. These are all compelling reasons to embark on a language stay in Sydney to learn English. AILS offers several language stay packages in Sydney. Feel free to contact your AILS advisor for more information or register online!
4.668 million inhabitants
Coastal metropolis
26 hours and 30 minutes from Geneva
As the capital of the Australian state of New South Wales and the largest city in the country by population, located on the southeastern coast of the country, Sydney is divided into 38 local government areas and over 650 suburbs. It is situated in a coastal basin west of the Pacific Ocean, east of the Blue Mountains, north of the Woronora Plateau, and south of the Hawkesbury River, offering diverse landscapes with exotic flora and fauna in the surroundings for an exciting language stay in Australia. The region enjoys a subtropical climate with mild winters and hot and humid summers, along with approximately 300 days of sunshine per year!
Originally inhabited by 4,000 to 8,000 Aboriginal people, the region that now houses Sydney was discovered by the British navigator James Cook, who established a penal colony there in 1770 under the name of Port Jackson. The first free settlers arrived between 1800 and 1850, and its growth continued exponentially after the discovery of gold deposits in the neighboring state of Victoria. Today, Sydney remains the largest economic and commercial center in Australia and tourism plays a significant role, thanks to its rich culture, hosting numerous festivals (such as the Big Day Out, Tropfest, Sydney Festival, etc.), and its pleasant environment.
Between English classes in Sydney, indulge in the beautiful beaches of Bondi Beach and take the opportunity to try your hand at surfing. Visit the incredible Taronga Zoo, accessible by ferry from the lively and historic Circular Quay, and explore the renowned Art Gallery of New South Wales, which hosts some of the world's most famous traveling exhibitions. The Royal Botanic Gardens, where Australian flora blends with plant species from around the world, offers an ideal setting for walks and picnics. Don't miss a stroll along Darling Harbour's docks, a relaxing area with parks, museums, restaurants, and bars, all just steps away from the Sydney Aquarium.
The city has an extensive network of suburban trains, buses, metros, and ferries for your daily transportation needs. Taxis and water taxis are also available, along with car rental shops and numerous cycling paths. The cost of living is reasonable, slightly higher on average than in Paris (€55 for a meal for 2 in a mid-range restaurant compared to €52 in Paris), and you'll find a plethora of shopping centers in Sydney.
Sydney Tourism Office:
Level 2 Wollongong Central, 200 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 - or - Cnr of River St & Las Balsas Plaza, Ballina, Ballina, NSW, 2478.
Phone: (02) 9240 8788
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