Touristy Things To Do In Sydney

For a tourist there are plenty of things to cram in to your stay in Sydney, here’s just a few –

The Opera House Tour

Discover the stories, history, and magic of Sydney Opera House on a tour that takes you underneath the world-famous sails and along the 300 corridors of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The opera house is home to 1,000 rooms as well as hundreds of tales and secrets. Step inside the inspired theatres where more than 1,600 performances come to life each year.

Taronga Zoo 

The zoo is an icon of Sydney nestled on the shores of one of the world’s most beautiful harbours. You can see almost 4,000 animals including many native Australian animals, exotic species and 20 daily shows and keeper talks. The Zoo is just 12 minutes by ferry from Circular Quay and offers amazing wildlife experiences with stunning harbour views.

SEA LIFE Aquarium

No trip to Sydney is complete without visiting SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Situated on the city side of Darling Harbour, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium houses over 12,000 animals from 650 species including sharks, dugongs, turtles, stingrays, penguins and many more.

Tower Buffet Rotating Restaurant

Tower Buffet Rotating Restaurant is Sydney Tower’s famous rotating restaurant whilst taking in the best views of the city. They have a choice of over 40 freshly-prepared dishes from a range of cuisines. The restaurant slowly rotates, allowing you to see the city from all sides while you eat. Enjoy the spectacular 360-degree views of the city that make Sydney Tower Buffet a unique dining experience for locals and visitors alike. 

Sydney By The Water 

Many of the best parts of Sydney are connected to the water. Darling Harbour is spectacular enough and Sydney’s eastern coastline includes Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach and Manly Cove.