The Doctors For Nutrition Lifestyle Medicine Conference will be held in Sydney, Australia’s vibrant coastal gateway, blending iconic architecture, sun-drenched beaches, and a dynamic cultural scene around its stunning harbour.
During your stay explore the city and see the sail-like silhouette of the Sydney Opera House and the towering Sydney Harbour Bridge. Nearby, the Royal Botanic Garden provides serene paths with harbour panoramas, while The Rocks district immerses visitors in historic cobblestone streets and markets. With its blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Sydney offers plenty to discover before and after your time at the DFN LM26.
See below for details of transportation to the venue and accommodation options. For more information on what’s happening in Sydney, head to the Sydney Tourism website.
Venue
Located in the heart of Sydney CBD, the Sydney Masonic Centre is a prestigious world-class purpose-built event venue. Since its inception in 1979, the SMC has stood as an important architectural landmark of modern Sydney. Regarded as one of Sydney’s most architecturally significant buildings and a prime example of the ‘Brutalist’ style, designed by Joseland Gilling. The venue is located on the corner of Goulburn Street and Castlereagh Street in Haymarket, Sydney CBD. Entry to the conference is via Goulburn Street.
Address:
Sydney Masonic Centre
Level 24
66 Goulburn St,
Haymarket,
Sydney NSW 2000
Arriving in Sydney
From Sydney Airport
Sydney International Airport (SYD) is the principal airport of Sydney and is approximately 6 km (3.7 mi) west of the city-centre. The airport receives both domestic and international flights. Direct inbound services include flights from Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, and Canberra (Domestic) and Singapore, Dubai, New Zealand, and Kuala Lumpur (International).
(For transport from Sydney Airport to the City via train, please see here.)
Transport within and around Sydney
Sydney CBD, the coastline, and surrounds are easily accessible using a variety of transport options, including bus, tram, light rail, ferry, taxi, bicycle, and on foot.
Plan your trip on the Transport NSW website. Paying for your ride is easy in Sydney. Paper tickets are no longer sold on buses. To pay your fare, ‘tap on’ and ‘tap off’ at Opal readers using:
- an Opal card, or
- a credit or debit card, or
- a phone or smart watch with a digital wallet
Car
Sydney is accessible by road. If you are traveling by car, ensure you have parking booked for the duration of your stay. The nearest parking is at the Secure Parking Goulburn Street. A flat rate of $16 on weekends apply.
Walking
Getting around on foot is easy in Sydney! Most hotels in the CBD will be within walking distance to the venue.
Accommodation
Please find below a list of nearby accommodation. Please make your own arrangements directly with your chosen hotel. These are suggestions only and hotels have not been reviewed or endorsed by Doctors For Nutrition.
Metro Hotel Sydney – 1431-439 Pitt St, Haymarket NSW 2000
Veriu Central – 75 Wentworth Ave, Sydney NSW 2000
Vibe Hotel Sydney – 111 Goulburn St, Sydney NSW 2000
Tourism
We hope you find time to enjoy your stay in Sydney and visit some of the wonderful things the city has to offer. From a vibrant city centre, it is only a short trip to beautiful beaches and world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.
City Centre
Sydney’s CBD is a compact, walkable hub wrapped around the harbour, where sleek skyscrapers sit beside grand old sandstone buildings and leafy parks. Start at Circular Quay for postcard views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then wander into The Rocks to explore cobblestone laneways, historic pubs, weekend markets and harbourside bars. From there, it’s an easy stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden and Hyde Park for a dose of green space in the middle of the city, or up to the Queen Victoria Building and Pitt Street Mall for heritage architecture and serious shopping. Make time to head up Sydney Tower Eye for a 360-degree view of the city and harbour, and in the evenings, check out Darling Harbour and Barangaroo for waterfront dining, and a lively atmosphere that runs late into the night.
Beaches
Sydney is spoiled for beaches, from its iconic surf spots to calm harbour coves. Bondi is the big-name drawcard, with a buzzing promenade, great people-watching and the famous coastal walk that links it to the smaller but equally lovely Tamarama and Bronte beaches. On the north side, Manly offers a classic Aussie beach day with an easy ferry ride from Circular Quay, good beginner-friendly surf and plenty of cafés nearby. For something more relaxed, Balmoral’s sheltered harbour setting is ideal for swimming, paddle-boarding and long waterside lunches, while Coogee combines a laid-back village feel with ocean pools and family-friendly vibes.
Further information on Sydney is available here.
