Experiences

Possibly Sydney’s most famous feature, this iconic opera house features six performance venues, including a concert hall, an opera theater, and dramatic arts spaces. Concerts and festivals also take place outside in the courtyard area.

See Sydney from the sky with this observation deck offering stunning 360-degree views across the city. The tower, which stands at an impressive 250 meters above street level, also provides a complimentary 4D cinema experience.

Take time to wander along the bustling ferry port that connects iconic Sydney landmarks like the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and The Rocks. Enjoy remarkable views or simply watch the world go by from one of many open-air restaurants.

Occupying an entire block on George Street, this majestic Romanesque Revival building is Sydney’s most prestigious shopping arcade. Admire the beautiful stained glass windows and impressive center dome while browsing the many boutiques.

Take a tranquil walk down the pristine pathways of this exquisite garden with trickling waterfalls, sparkling lakes, budding plants, and a Chinese teahouse.

Spend the day at Sydney’s central retail zone for all kinds of shoppers. The pedestrian-only Pitt Street Mall boasts major department stores and more than 600 specialty stores, including those offered at Westfield Sydney, the city's premier shopping center.

Visit Australia’s oldest park and discover historical places like the Anzac War Memorial, Archibald Fountain, and the Hyde Park Barracks museum. The famous Australian Museum, with its natural and cultural collections, is also next to the park.

A vast parkland in the city, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is the perfect place to picnic or relax. Walk the trails and venture to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, a historic chair carved out by convicts in 1810. It’s also one of the best vantage points of Sydney Harbour.

Stop by this previously disused container wharf to enjoy shopping at its best. This sustainable waterfront development also offers beautiful parkland, fascinating indigenous tours, artistic events, and tempting restaurants.

One of the world’s largest, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is a public aquarium featuring a range of Australian aquatic life, with more than 700 species of fascinating creatures.

Fashionable crowds flock to Cockle Bay Wharf for shopping, dining, dancing, and more. Come find out why this bayfront entertainment district is one of the most popular areas in the city.

Darling Quarter features a playground where kids can slide, swing, and splash, as well as attractions for adults like a wine bar.

Located in the Darling Harbour leisure and retail precinct, this wildlife park in the heart of Sydney features unique nature zones such as the Daintree Rainforest, Butterfly Tropics, and Kakadu Gorge.