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Sydney Tourist Attractions and Sydney Sightseeing
(Sydney, New South Wales - NSW, Australia AU)
There are so many spectacular tourist attractions and things to see and do in Sydney that there is sure to be something for everyone, with popular tourist attractions both in central Sydney and throughout Sydney's suburbs.
Whether you are looking for Sydney cruises and relaxation, historic guided tours and exhibitions in Sydney, or animals and more exotic Sydney attractions, tourists and visitors to Sydney will not have to look far in this important Australian city. Here are some of the top tourist attractions in Sydney.
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Aussie Duck - Clock Tower Square, Corner Argyle and Harrington Streets, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0) 13 10 07
Sydney's Aussie Duck is an exciting and fun way to take a guided tour of the Sydney area. Starting from central Sydney, the Aussie Duck travels both on land and in the harbour, and this unique guided tour of Sydney lasts around one and a half hours.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 08:30 to 16:30
Sydney attraction admission: charge, booking in advance is usually necessary
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Blue Sky Helicopter Tours - 462 Ross Smith Avenue, Sydney Airport, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2020, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9700 7888
Blue Sky Helicopters provide one of the most spectacular and memorable ways to see the spreading city of Sydney - from the air. Flying over Sydney Harbour, the city centre and the numerous beaches, Sydney's Blue Sky Helicopter tours last around 30 minutes.
Sydney attraction open: hours vary
Sydney attraction admission: charge, booking in advance is usually necessary
Other helicopter tours in the Sydney area include:- Sydney Heli-Aust - 472, Ross Smith Avenue, Mascot Airport, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2020, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9317 3402
- Sydney Helicopters - Heliport 25, Wentworth Street, Granville, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2142, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9637 4455
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Sydney Visitors' Centre - 106 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
The Sydney Visitors' Centre, in the central Rocks area of Sydney, is housed in a historic building dating back to the mid-19th century. Providing useful tourist information about some of Sydney's most popular sights and general things to do when visiting Sydney, the Sydney Visitors' Centre also organises many guided tours of the Sydney area and is also home to a museum about Sydney's past.
Sydney landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 18:00
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Blues Point Reserve - Henry Lawson Drive, McMahons Point, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
Sydney's Blues Point Reserve, in the Lower North Shore area of Sydney, is a large open, elevated area, with spectacular views of Sydney, and many nearby shops, cafés, restaurants and bars.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Bounty Cruises - 29 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9247 1789
Cruises are a particularly popular way to travel around Sydney and provide some stunning views of Sydney's impressive Skyline, whilst dining. Bounty Cruises are located in the Inner West area of Sydney and travel around the Sydney harbour area.
Sydney attraction open: Monday to Saturday - 12:30 to 21:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 21:30
Sydney attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Circular Quay - Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
Sydney's central Circular Quay is a busy port and has become a major tourist attraction in its own right. With cafés, eateries, impressive harbour views, water taxis and regular cruises, Circular Quay has an exciting and friendly atmosphere.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Cronulla and National Park Ferry Cruises - 2 Tonkin Street, Cronulla, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2230, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9523 2990
The Cronulla and National Park Ferry Cruises provide regular cruises around Sydney's backwaters, in the south of Sydney. These scenic cruises last around three hours and take in a number of particularly important sights, including a number of Aboriginal landmarks.
Sydney attraction open: hours vary
Sydney attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Darling Harbour - Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9286 0111
Darling Harbour is situated in Sydney's Central Business District, with wonderful views of the waterfront. Home to a large conference centre, numerous shops, restaurants and cafés, exhibitions and major tourist attractions, Sydney's Darling Harbour has become a trendy area of Sydney and is always busy.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: The Domain - Art Gallery Road, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
The Domain, in the centre of Sydney, is a large public space which is regularly used for important public events, festivals and concerts.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Elizabeth Bay Marina - 1 Ithica Road, Elizabeth Bay, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2011, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9358 2057
Situated in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, the Elizabeth Bay Marina is within easy reach from central Sydney and features many attractions for tourists visiting the Sydney area. These attractions include small boats for hire, deep-sea fishing trips and harbour cruises.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 08:30 to 16:30
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: The Gap - Watsons Bay, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
The Gap is one of Sydney's most breathtaking cliff tops, with walking trails, spectacular views, and seating areas. Perfect for scenic picnics, the Gap overlooks Watsons Bay and the surrounding ocean.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Johnstons' Lookout - Hopetoun Road, Vaucluse, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
Johnstons' Lookout can be found in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney and offers some of the most impressive views of the harbour and waterfront in the whole of Sydney.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Kings' Cross - Darlinghurst Road and Victoria Streets, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2011, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9255 1788
Kings' Cross, in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, is Sydney's red-light district, with many strip clubs, bars, nightclubs, adult shops and restaurants.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Monorail - Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 8584 5288
Sydney's Monorail is a state-of-the-art train system and travels around central Sydney, high above the ground. This is a particularly popular way for tourist to travel as it provides some excellent views of Sydney. The Sydney Monorail has regular trains that run every few minutes and is a fairly inexpensive way to travel around Sydney's Central Business District. The Sydney Monorail stations are listed below:- Convention
- Haymarket
- World Square
- Park Plaza
- Sydney City Centre
- Harbourside
- Darling Park
Sydney attraction open: Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 22:00, Friday and Saturday - 07:00 to midnight, Sunday - 08:00 to 22:00
Sydney attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Open-Air Cinema - Mrs. Macquaries Road, (Royal Botanic Gardens), Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (02) 9231 8111
Sydney's impressive Open-Air Cinema is located in central Sydney and features many outdoor performances throughout the year, including theatrical events, festivals, concerts and film screenings. Other attractions at the Open-Air Cinema include a nearby restaurant and bar.
Sydney attraction open: from 18:30
Sydney attraction admission: charge
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Opera Australia - 480 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2010, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9699 1099
Opera Australia is located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and has become a big player on Sydney's arts and music scene. Sydney's Opera Australia features performances throughout the year, at venues including the Sydney Opera House and the Victorian Arts Centre.
Sydney attraction open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 14:00
Sydney attraction admission: charge
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Parramatta Heritage Centre - 346a Church Street, Parramatta, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2150, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9683 6922
Sydney's Parramatta Heritage Centre is situated in the Greater West area of Sydney and features many interesting displays about Sydney's historic past. Attractions at the Parramatta Heritage Centre include many local artefacts, guided tours, activities and seasonal events throughout the Sydney calendar.
Sydney attraction open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00
Sydney attractions admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Queenscliff - Queenscliff Road, Queenscliff, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9977 1088
Located in Sydney's Northern Beaches area, Queenscliff is a stunning vantage point, with incredible views across the ocean, Manly Beach and the surrounding city. Queenscliff is a popular place for picnics, walking and relaxing in general.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attractions admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Star City Casino - 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2009, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9777 9000
Sydney's Star City Casino is one of the largest entertainment complexes in central Sydney and is home to restaurants, bars, theatres, shops and an enormous casino, where you can play Roulette, Blackjack and all of the other traditional gambling games.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Sydney attractions admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Sydney Mounted Police Stables - 7 Baptist Street, Redfern, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2016, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9319 2154
The historic Sydney Mounted Police Stables are located in the south of Sydney and date back almost 200 years. With regular guided tours and a number of interesting attractions, the Sydney Mounted Police are actually the world's oldest police force.
Sydney attraction open: Tuesday and Thursday - 10:00 to 17:00
Sydney attraction admission: free
Sydney Tourist Attractions: Sydney Observatory - Watsons Road, Observatory Hill, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9217 0485
The popular Sydney Observatory is located in central Sydney and dates back to the mid-19th century. Now part of the Powerhouse Museum, regular guided tours of the Sydney Observatory are available.
Sydney attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00, also open seven nights a week (times vary according
Sydney attraction admission: free
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