View the city - from the harbour to the Blue Mountains in the west, the ocean in the east and Botany Bay in the south. Dining available in two revolving restaurants.
World famous Bondi Beach, another icon of Sydney Australia. Surf, swim (between the red/yellow flags on the beach!). Myriad of restaurants and cafes catering to most, if not all, tastes. There is a Bondi to Coogee walk, mostly level or mild slopes, offering great coastal views and more beaches and cafes.
8 kms from the City Centre to Bondi beach! Take the train to Bondi Junction then bus to the beach, or take the Bondi and Beach Explorer bus from Circular Quay or along the route.
Bondi Bondi
NSW 2026
Botany Bay National Park
Botany Bay National Park has a rich history and was the initial meeting place between Aboriginal and European culture in 1770. At Kurnell check out the Discovery Centre for good historical displays of the meeting between the Endeavour crew of Captain Cook and the local Aborigines. At La Perouse there is the Bare Island Fort and at Cape Solander there is a chance to see whales in their seasonal migrations north or south.
Reach the summit of The Sydney Harbour Bridge! Offering spectacular 360 degree views of Sydney, the Bridgeclimb is a lifelong memorable experience. Small groups of 12 are taken up the top with professional guides every 10 minutes. Tours are available at Day, Twilight and Night.
Used by Sydneysiders as a recreational park for a long time, Centennial Park was created in 1886 to celebrate the landing of the First Fleet in 1786. Besides picnic and BBQ areas, there is bird watching, roller-blading, golf, tennis, even horse riding. Horses and bicycles can be hired there. In November through to February, there is the outdoor Moonlight Cinema.
Take the train to Bondi Junction, then bus X39 or the Bondi and Bay Explorer Bus, stop 14.
Main Entrance Oxford St. Woollahra
NSW 2025
Circular Quay
Nestled between the City Business District, the Rocks, the Opera House and the Royal Botanical Gardens, it is a main transport terminus for Sydney ferries, trains, buses and taxis. From here you can visit historical Parramatta, Sydney Olympic Park, Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo by ferry via the ever beautiful Sydney Harbour. Multitude of Harbour Cruises available.
Featherdale Wildlife Park offers one of Australia’s largest native wildlife collections, over 2000 animals. Visitors are encouraged to get up close and personal with Australia’s native heritage. Cuddle a koala, hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus.
Situated strategically in the middle of Sydney Harbour, this fort was a key part of the 1800s defense network of Sydney. Originally known as Pinchgut Island, this was the punishment place for recalcitrant convicts who misbehaved during the very early days of the colony.
Bookings are essential, tours can be booked at Cadmans Cottage located at The Rocks, Circular Quay.
110 George St for bookings Sydney Harbour
NSW 2000
Historic Mamre Homestead
Relax with us in the peaceful country atmosphere of our fully restored 1820’s tearooms and restuarant. Home cooking, log fires and the aroma of bygone times.
Lot 1 Mamre Rd. Turn off the M4 at Mamre Rd. St Mary
NSW 2760
Imax Theatre Sydney
The largest cinema screen in the World! With an 8 storey high screen, Imax Threatre has 2D and 3D films from around the world showing crystal clear images, wrapped in digital surround sound.
Rugged scenery with pristine beaches, wildflowers, birdlife and native fauna. There is Aboriginal rock art on several of the trails with tours available.
Open 365 Days a year. Information Line 02 9033 7676.
1 Olympic Drive Milsons Point
NSW 2061
Manly Beach
The first of a long pearl string of surfing and swimming beaches stretching from Manly to Palm Beach. The ferry ride to Manly from Circular Quay is still the preferred local’s way of seeing Sydney’s beautiful harbour.
Where the rowing and canoeing events were held at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, including the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith Whitewater Stadium, Muru Mittigar Aboriginal and Education Centre and the Penrith Lakes Environmental Centre.
Penrith Valley is the location of the world renowned Sydney International Regatta Centre - with picnic and BBQ facilities, rowing, canoeing, dragon boats, club fishing, and sailing. Muru Mittigar, the Aboriginal Culture and Education Centre is well worth visiting.
Penrith is at the base of the Blue Mountains. Penrith
NSW 2750
Royal Botanical Gardens
Over 30 hectares with more than 7500 trees from all over the world. Located on the harbour, it was established in 1816 to help the settlers and farmers understand their new environment. Rose gardens, a tropical glasshouse pyramid and rare threatened plant species.
The first National Park in Australia and second in the world after Yellowstone in the USA. Offers over 100 kms of walking tracks, with a 26km coastal walk with stunning headland views, beautiful beaches and rainforest valleys.
Access is 32km south of Sydney via the Princes Highway.
Audley
NSW 2232
Sealife Sydney
Watch the huge sharks, giant stingrays, turtles and shoals of fish in our 4 million litre Oceanarium being hand- fed. The Shark Dive Xtreme is offered with dives suitable even for first-timers!
Phone 61 2 8251 7877. Open every day except Christmas Day.
West Esplanade Manly
NSW 2095
St. Mary’s Cathedral
Building commenced in 1868 (the first burnt down) with its spires completed in 2000. There is a beautiful Melloco Brothers mosaic floor in the crypt, inspired in part by the book of Kells depicting the story of Creation.
Aquarium Pier, East side of Darling Harbour. Darling Harbour
NSW 2000
Sydney Cricket Ground
The SCG has Test and State Cricket matches in summer and in winter is the home ground of the Sydney Swans. At the Football Stadium next door, there are Rugby League, Rugby Union and the evergrowing in popularity Soccer matches.
Bondi Bay Explorer Bus stop 16. Phone 02 9380 0383.
Moore Park
NSW 1363
Sydney International Regatta Centre
2000 Oympics Site - Rowing, Canoeing, Dragon Boats, Sailing, Triathlon and Tandem Skydiving at the beautiful Penrith Lakes. There are Picnic and BBQ Facilities as well as walking and cycling tracks. For the whole family to enjoy.
World famous Sydney Opera House with a harbour backdrop features more than great photo opportunities. Plays, Operas, Orchestras, Jazz, or take a tour of the building"s facilities.
Bennelong Point - East side of Circular Quay Central
NSW 2000
Taronga Zoo
Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies - a large collection of Australian fauna as well as animals from around the world. On the harbour, if also offers great Sydney views. In summer, visit the night zoo. Take a ferry from Circular Quay.
The Rocks is the original settlement area for the convicts and troops that were sent to Australia in 1788. Full of history and colourful stories, as well as everything from markets to fine dining.
The Sydney Opera House, one of the 7 wonders of the modern world. There are tours available, including a backstage one. Or try one of the Performance packages.
100 Years Ago - All Welcome. Bullock Team Displays, Blacksmith, Shingle Splitter, Whipcracking, Steam Rides, Paddle Boats and Pony rides. A lotta fun for the whole family.
Closed after 92 years, it was the oldest continuously operating winery in Sydney
The Northern Rd Luddenham
NSW 2745
Victoria Barracks
First home to the British, then NSW and now the Australian Army - this colonial Georgian complex is still very active today. Open Thursdays from 10am, it has a flag raising ceremony and marching band, followed by guided tours of both the museum and the barracks.
A popular waterside suburb that is known for its great seafood, particulary Doyle"s Seafood Restaurant and assorted fish and chip shops, but also swimming, Vaucluse House and if your up for it, a 40 minute stroll will offer great views of the ocean and the harbour at South Head.
Watsons Bay via ferry from Circular Quay or the Bondi and Bay Explorer Bus.
Sydney Attractions
See Attractions in Sydney on the Map: Map of Inner Sydney Australia - for museums go here: All Sydney Museums.
Sydney Tower Eye & Skywalk
View the city - from the harbour to the Blue Mountains in the west, the ocean in the east and Botany Bay in the south. Dining available in two revolving restaurants.
Sydney Tower
100 Market Street
Central
NSW
2000
Bondi Beach
World famous Bondi Beach, another icon of Sydney Australia. Surf, swim (between the red/yellow flags on the beach!). Myriad of restaurants and cafes catering to most, if not all, tastes. There is a Bondi to Coogee walk, mostly level or mild slopes, offering great coastal views and more beaches and cafes.
Bondi Beach
8 kms from the City Centre to Bondi beach! Take the train to Bondi Junction then bus to the beach, or take the Bondi and Beach Explorer bus from Circular Quay or along the route.
Bondi
Bondi
NSW
2026
Botany Bay National Park
Botany Bay National Park has a rich history and was the initial meeting place between Aboriginal and European culture in 1770. At Kurnell check out the Discovery Centre for good historical displays of the meeting between the Endeavour crew of Captain Cook and the local Aborigines. At La Perouse there is the Bare Island Fort and at Cape Solander there is a chance to see whales in their seasonal migrations north or south.
Botany Bay National Park
Phone 9311 3379.
Kurnell
NSW
2231
Bridgeclimb
Reach the summit of The Sydney Harbour Bridge! Offering spectacular 360 degree views of Sydney, the Bridgeclimb is a lifelong memorable experience. Small groups of 12 are taken up the top with professional guides every 10 minutes. Tours are available at Day, Twilight and Night.
Bridgeclimb
Bookings are neccesary - Phone 8274 7777.
3 Cumberland St
The Rocks
NSW
2000
Centennial Park
Used by Sydneysiders as a recreational park for a long time, Centennial Park was created in 1886 to celebrate the landing of the First Fleet in 1786. Besides picnic and BBQ areas, there is bird watching, roller-blading, golf, tennis, even horse riding. Horses and bicycles can be hired there. In November through to February, there is the outdoor Moonlight Cinema.
Centennial Park
Take the train to Bondi Junction, then bus X39 or the Bondi and Bay Explorer Bus, stop 14.
Main Entrance Oxford St.
Woollahra
NSW
2025
Circular Quay
Nestled between the City Business District, the Rocks, the Opera House and the Royal Botanical Gardens, it is a main transport terminus for Sydney ferries, trains, buses and taxis. From here you can visit historical Parramatta, Sydney Olympic Park, Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo by ferry via the ever beautiful Sydney Harbour. Multitude of Harbour Cruises available.
Circular Quay
The Rocks and Circular Quay Map
Northern end of the Sydney Central Business District (City Centre).
Central
NSW
2000
Dalrymple
Hay Nature Reserve
Blue gum high forest as well as majestic blackbutt trees. Beautifully coloured birdlife including king parrots, rosellas and lorikeets.
Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve
Access from Mona Vale Road, Rosedale Rd or Vista Street.
Mona Vale Road
St. Ives
NSW
2075
Darling Harbour
Caters to all ages with its many attractions, food, and shopping.
Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour Visitor Centre
Darling Harbour
NSW
2000
Featherdale Wildlife Park
Featherdale Wildlife Park offers one of Australia’s largest native wildlife collections, over 2000 animals. Visitors are encouraged to get up close and personal with Australia’s native heritage. Cuddle a koala, hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus.
Featherdale Wildlife Park
217-229 Kildare Rd
Doonside
NSW
2767
Fort Denison
Situated strategically in the middle of Sydney Harbour, this fort was a key part of the 1800s defense network of Sydney. Originally known as Pinchgut Island, this was the punishment place for recalcitrant convicts who misbehaved during the very early days of the colony.
Fort Denison
Bookings are essential, tours can be booked at Cadmans Cottage located at The Rocks, Circular Quay.
110 George St for bookings
Sydney Harbour
NSW
2000
Historic Mamre Homestead
Relax with us in the peaceful country atmosphere of our fully restored 1820’s tearooms and restuarant. Home cooking, log fires and the aroma of bygone times.
Historic Mamre Homestead
Phone 02 9670 6178
Lot 1 Mamre Rd. Turn off the M4 at Mamre Rd.
St Mary
NSW
2760
Imax Theatre Sydney
The largest cinema screen in the World! With an 8 storey high screen, Imax Threatre has 2D and 3D films from around the world showing crystal clear images, wrapped in digital surround sound.
Imax Theatre Sydney
Phone 9281 3300.
31 Wheat Road.
Darling Harbour
NSW
2000
Kuringai Chase National Park
Rugged scenery with pristine beaches, wildflowers, birdlife and native fauna. There is Aboriginal rock art on several of the trails with tours available.
Kuringai Chase National Park
Access western side of the park at Bobbin Head Rd off the Pacific Highway. The eastern side can be accessed from Mona Vale Road.
Bobbin Head
NSW
Luna Park
On Sydney Harbour, this 1930s amusement park has a long history of Sydney Fun. With rides, entertainment, games and food.
Luna Park
Open 365 Days a year. Information Line 02 9033 7676.
1 Olympic Drive
Milsons Point
NSW
2061
Manly Beach
The first of a long pearl string of surfing and swimming beaches stretching from Manly to Palm Beach. The ferry ride to Manly from Circular Quay is still the preferred local’s way of seeing Sydney’s beautiful harbour.
Manly Beach
Manly
NSW
2095
Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Cultural Museum, Boomerang throwing, Didjeridoo Presentations, Native Plant walk and Retail Gallery.
Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Cenre
1951 Castlereagh Rd, Penrith
Penrith
NSW
2750
Nepean Belle Paddle
Wheeler
Cruise the spectacular Nepean Gorge in the Blue Mountains National Park for Morning or Afternoon Tea, Lunch or Dinner.
Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler
Tench Ave. (via Jamison Rd.)
Penrith
NSW
2750
Panthers World of Enter
tainment
Aqua Golf, video games and live entertainment, restaurants and cafe, shows at the Evan Theatre.
Panthers World of Entertainment
Mulgoa Rd
Penrith
NSW
2750
Penrith Lakes
Where the rowing and canoeing events were held at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, including the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith Whitewater Stadium, Muru Mittigar Aboriginal and Education Centre and the Penrith Lakes Environmental Centre.
Penrith Lakes
Castlereagh Rd
Penrith
NSW
2750
Penrith Valley
Penrith Valley is the location of the world renowned Sydney International Regatta Centre - with picnic and BBQ facilities, rowing, canoeing, dragon boats, club fishing, and sailing. Muru Mittigar, the Aboriginal Culture and Education Centre is well worth visiting.
Penrith Valley
Penrith is at the base of the Blue Mountains.
Penrith
NSW
2750
Royal Botanical Gardens
Over 30 hectares with more than 7500 trees from all over the world. Located on the harbour, it was established in 1816 to help the settlers and farmers understand their new environment. Rose gardens, a tropical glasshouse pyramid and rare threatened plant species.
Royal Botanical Gardens
Mrs. Macquarie Road
Central
NSW
2000
Royal National Park
The first National Park in Australia and second in the world after Yellowstone in the USA. Offers over 100 kms of walking tracks, with a 26km coastal walk with stunning headland views, beautiful beaches and rainforest valleys.
Royal National Park
Access is 32km south of Sydney via the Princes Highway.
Audley
NSW
2232
Sealife Sydney
Watch the huge sharks, giant stingrays, turtles and shoals of fish in our 4 million litre Oceanarium being hand- fed. The Shark Dive Xtreme is offered with dives suitable even for first-timers!
Sealife Sydney
Phone 61 2 8251 7877. Open every day except Christmas Day.
West Esplanade
Manly
NSW
2095
St. Mary’s Cathedral
Building commenced in 1868 (the first burnt down) with its spires completed in 2000. There is a beautiful Melloco Brothers mosaic floor in the crypt, inspired in part by the book of Kells depicting the story of Creation.
St. Mary’s Cathedral
College St, opposite Hyde Park.
Central
NSW
2000
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
Complete with glass tunnels, living coral, brilliantly coloured tropical fish and of course Sharks.
Sydney Aquarium
Aquarium Pier, East side of Darling Harbour.
Darling Harbour
NSW
2000
Sydney Cricket Ground
The SCG has Test and State Cricket matches in summer and in winter is the home ground of the Sydney Swans. At the Football Stadium next door, there are Rugby League, Rugby Union and the evergrowing in popularity Soccer matches.
Sydney Cricket Ground
Bondi Bay Explorer Bus stop 16. Phone 02 9380 0383.
Moore Park
NSW
1363
Sydney International Regatta Centre
2000 Oympics Site - Rowing, Canoeing, Dragon Boats, Sailing, Triathlon and Tandem Skydiving at the beautiful Penrith Lakes. There are Picnic and BBQ Facilities as well as walking and cycling tracks. For the whole family to enjoy.
Sydney International Regatta Centre
Castlereagh Rd
Penrith
NSW
2750
Sydney Olympic Park
Sydney"s greatest sporting venue, offering restaurants, cafes as well as being the venue for many of Australia"s major sporting and special events.
Sydney Olympic Park
Homebush Bay Information Centre
1 Herb Elliott Avenue
Homebush
NSW
2140
Sydney Opera House
World famous Sydney Opera House with a harbour backdrop features more than great photo opportunities. Plays, Operas, Orchestras, Jazz, or take a tour of the building"s facilities.
Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point - East side of Circular Quay
Central
NSW
2000
Taronga Zoo
Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies - a large collection of Australian fauna as well as animals from around the world. On the harbour, if also offers great Sydney views. In summer, visit the night zoo. Take a ferry from Circular Quay.
Taronga Zoo
Bradley"s Head Road
Mosman
NSW
2088
The Harbour Bridge
With stunning Sydney Harbour and city views, the Harbour Bridge has a museum and also offers tours across the top of the Arch. Bookings are essential!
The Harbour Bridge
5 Cumberland St.
The Rocks
NSW
2000
The Rocks
The Rocks is the original settlement area for the convicts and troops that were sent to Australia in 1788. Full of history and colourful stories, as well as everything from markets to fine dining.
The Rocks
Sydney Visitors Centre, 106 George St
The Rocks
NSW
2000
The Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House, one of the 7 wonders of the modern world. There are tours available, including a backstage one. Or try one of the Performance packages.
The Sydney Opera House
To Book, phone 61 2 9250 7777.
Bennelong Point, Circular Quay
NSW
2000
Timbertown Wauchope
100 Years Ago - All Welcome. Bullock Team Displays, Blacksmith, Shingle Splitter, Whipcracking, Steam Rides, Paddle Boats and Pony rides. A lotta fun for the whole family.
Timbertown Wauchope
25 Mins from Port Macquarie. Phone 1300 303 155
Oxley Highway
Wauchope
NSW
2446
Vicary’s Winery
Wine tastings - relaxing wine gardens - woolshed dances - Craft Markets 2nd Sunday every month.
Closed after 92 years, it was the oldest continuously operating winery in Sydney
The Northern Rd
Luddenham
NSW
2745
Victoria Barracks
First home to the British, then NSW and now the Australian Army - this colonial Georgian complex is still very active today. Open Thursdays from 10am, it has a flag raising ceremony and marching band, followed by guided tours of both the museum and the barracks.
Victoria Barracks
Oxford St.
Paddington
NSW
2021
Watsons Bay
A popular waterside suburb that is known for its great seafood, particulary Doyle"s Seafood Restaurant and assorted fish and chip shops, but also swimming, Vaucluse House and if your up for it, a 40 minute stroll will offer great views of the ocean and the harbour at South Head.
Watsons Bay via ferry from Circular Quay or the Bondi and Bay Explorer Bus.
Watsons Bay
NSW
2030
Museums in NSW
Museums in NSW