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Museum of Contemporary Art

4.5/5(48 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

Museum of Contemporary Art
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Argyle Cut

You can find out about the history of Sydney when you stop by Argyle Cut. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

Argyle Cut
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Cadman’s Cottage

Find out about the history of Sydney when you take a trip to Cadman’s Cottage. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Cadman’s Cottage
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Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Explore the great outdoors at Cadmans Cottage Historic Site, a lovely green space in Sydney. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned opera in this romantic area.

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site
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Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(1,512 reviews)

One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.

Sydney Opera House
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Circular Quay

4.5/5(1,399 reviews)

Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.

Circular Quay

Top things to do in The Rocks

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Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

￥2,678
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
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All Inclusive Deluxe Small-Group Tour of Blue Mountains

￥17,853
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Deluxe Small-Group Tour of Blue Mountains
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Official Home and Away Tour to Summer Bay

￥10,277
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Official Home and Away Tour to Summer Bay
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Stand up paddle, walking tour and 2 course Doyles Lunch

￥37,254
Per adult
Stand up paddle, walking tour and 2 course Doyles Lunch
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Shared Shuttle: Overseas Passenger Terminal

￥1,341
Per adult
Shared Shuttle: Overseas Passenger Terminal
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The Rocks Ghost Tours with Guide in Sydney

￥3,518
Per adult
The Rocks Ghost Tours with Guide in Sydney
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Top Hotels in The Rocks

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ￥21,376 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Museum of Contemporary Art and Circular Quay. The Rocks Markets and ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (2,505 reviews)

"Hotel was great, staff very friendly, guests tested every time they entered the hotel which was good to see, brilliant views from our room overlooking the opera house and the harbour bridge"…"

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2021

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Rydges Sydney Harbour
Rydges Sydney Harbour
4 out of 5
55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ￥13,489 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is steps from The Rocks Markets, Circular Quay, and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Sydney Harbour Bridge ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (1,208 reviews)

"Location was perfect for our stay in Sydney. Would definitely stay again"…"

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2020

Rydges Sydney Harbour
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
5 out of 5
98 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, NSW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥19,492 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art. The Rocks Markets ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (1,904 reviews)

"The room had a great view. It was clean and spacious."…"

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2020

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
3.5 out of 5
75 Harrington Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ￥13,630 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Sydney Harbour Bridge ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (2,004 reviews)

"I love the location of this property. Close walking distance to the Rocks pubs, restaurants and markets but being a street back is lovely and quiet if you want to sleep. Great kitchenette and balcony if you just want to chill."…"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2020

Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Park Hyatt Sydney
Park Hyatt Sydney
5 out of 5
7 Hickson Road, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ￥50,723 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2

This family-friendly Sydney hotel is located on the boardwalk, steps from The Rocks Markets, Circular Quay, and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Sydney Harbour Bridge ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (201 reviews)

"Excellent hotel in an exceptional location. The rooms are stunning. Having access to an open balcony in the room is really lovely, too. I’m sure the hotel’s finding it’s groove again after the partial Covid lockdown, but the service was just a little off. Every time the we rang for assistance the ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2020

Park Hyatt Sydney
Sydney Harbour YHA - Hostel
Sydney Harbour YHA - Hostel
3 out of 5
110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ￥4,869 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of The Rocks Markets and Circular Quay. Overseas Passenger Terminal and Sydney ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (496 reviews)

"Everything great, especially location and size of rooms. Roof top terrace had amazing views."…"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2020

Sydney Harbour YHA - Hostel
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Other neighborhoods in Sydney

Sydney Town Hall which includes city views, heritage architecture and a city

Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5Wonderful!(1,320 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Sydney Tower and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and jump on the metro at Wynyard Station or Martin Place Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Darling Harbour which includes central business district, night scenes and a bay or harbor

Darling Harbour

4.5/5Wonderful!(269 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Star Casino, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
Potts Point - Kings Cross

Potts Point

Abundant dining options, colorful gardens are just a few notable features Potts Point is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Kings Cross Station.

Potts Point
Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Paddy's Market and Capitol Theatre, and jump on the metro at Capitol Square Light Rail Station or Central Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
I'm serious about exploring great coffee places wherever I go and this one in Sydney is in a bay UNDER the Sydney Harbor Bridge in North Sydney. Top rated by Beanhunter the food was delicious and the coffee, well, I took some more to go on my walk back to my Airbnb in Neutral Bay. #coffee #sydney

North Sydney

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or St. Leonards Park might round out your trip.

North Sydney
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travelers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Brett Whitley Studio while you're in town.

Surry Hills

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