Matilda puts a spell on Sydney

Matilda the Musical is officially upon us, opening a whole world of magic and music to visitors to Sydney.

And to mark the occasion, there’s plenty of stuff going on in the travel industry to promote it.

First things first, Qantas has jumped on board as the official airline of Matilda the Musical, set to collaborate with Matilda and offer a broad range of packages to get people to the busy city.

On top of that, Destination NSW has launched an official guide to Sydney, especially from Matilda, which guides visitors with hints and tips on what else to check out when they visit, and hopefully extend their stay.

“Matilda is an extraordinary girl and Sydney is an extraordinary city, so it’s a perfect time for Matilda the Musical fans and travellers to book their trip to New South Wales to see the award-winning production for the first time it is seen in Australia and to experience the nation’s major events capital, Sydney,” Destination NSW’s ceo Sandra Chipchase said.

Roald Dahl’s beloved character, Matilda is an extraordinary girl with a vivid imagination and sharp mind and started sharing her story when the Royal Shakespeare Company’s musical adaptation kicked off on July 28.

So looking for a way to boost clients’ trips to Sydney, or help extend their stay a few days longer? Well look no further. Here’s your hot tips:

Matilda’s Top 5 Guide to Sydney:

1. Luna Park Sydney

The famous 1930s amusement park is a great spot for someone like Matilda to be an adventurous thrill-seeker.

Whether riding the gut-wrenching Tango Train, taking a more relaxing ride on the Ferris Wheel or learning about the heritage-listed sites’ history through an onsite tour, Luna Park Sydney is a favourite place for fun.

2. Observatory Hill

Matilda loves to escape with a great book. In Sydney, a great place to do exactly that (with a Roald Dahl classic!) is Observatory Hill, where anyone can read the afternoon away whilst enjoying the stunning Harbour view.

Tim Minchin being recognised with a plaque on Sydney’s Theatre Walk at Walsh Bay

3. Sydney Theatre Walk

The Sydney Theatre Walk at Walsh Bay honours 22 legends of Australian stage and screen with commemorative plaques set into the paving stone along the waterfront.

Someone like Matilda would love to take a stroll and learn about local performing arts talent including Geoffrey Rush, Jacki Weaver, Cate Blanchett and of course Matilda’s composer and lyricist, Tim Minchin.

Located along Pier 2/3, be sure to walk to the end of the wharf to get a photo with the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background, like the young performers playing Matilda – Molly Barwick, Sasha Rose, Georgia Taplin and Bella Thomas – did recently.

4. Sydney Museums and Libraries

Matilda has a thirst for knowledge and loves to learn so Sydney Museums and local libraries are ideal places to visit to discover Sydney’s rich history.

The Museum of Sydney, Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Justice and Police Museum or Susannah Place Museum are full of facts about Sydney’s past and present.

The State Library of NSW, the oldest library in Australia, boasts its own incredible story and is full of books from all over the world, so it’s an ideal spot for any inquisitive visitor to spend some time.

5. Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk

Fresh air is a great way to recharge and re-fuel someone’s imagination, and a trip to Sydney is not complete without seeing the city’s iconic sandy beaches, rock pools and quiet bays. So Matilda fans should be sure to take some time for a stroll along the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk.

While there, keep an eye out for whales that might be making their annual migration north, along the famous coastline.

Matilda fans from near and far are encouraged to book their trip to Sydney now to take advantage of Qantas Holidays’ competitive rates and offers, with flights, accommodation and show tickets starting from $535 (AUD) per person twin share.

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