East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
The Classic shot of the opera house and harbour bridge from Mrs Macquaries's Chair just after sunset. #architecture
To see the famous sights of Sydney from the water without a hefty price tag, hop on the ferry to Manly Beach. It travels past Sydney's most iconic locations and is a fraction of the cost of a 'proper' cruise. www.cheskiesgaplife.com/local-tips-72-hours-sydney
At the moment and until June 8, Sydney is putting on the ritz with their annual light festival, Vivid. Every night from 6pm until midnight the city comes alive with a cacophony of light installations and interactive activities. Rug up, wear your walking shoes and have a fabulous time. #vividsydney #vividcanon #fssydney #goldenhour #colourful #stunningstructures

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo featuring a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

4 out of 5
90 William Street Woolloomooloo NSW
The price is 3.016.780 ₫ per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
3.016.780 ₫
3.318.458 ₫ total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Can’t fault hotel in d as my way

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
Kirketon Hotel Sydney

Kirketon Hotel Sydney

4 out of 5
229 Darlinghurst Road Darlinghurst NSW
The price is 2.038.481 ₫ per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
2.038.481 ₫
2.242.329 ₫ total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (999 reviews)
Great location but dated. It was an ideal hotel for a solo visit to watch the Ashes but not sure I’d bring my wife here.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Kirketon Hotel Sydney
Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point by IHG

Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point by IHG

5 out of 5
2-14 Kings Cross Road Potts Point NSW
The price is 3.307.284 ₫ per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
3.307.284 ₫
3.638.012 ₫ total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Circular Quay and Sydney Opera ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (789 reviews)
Great staff allowed an early check in for us. Room was clean and comfy. Hotel smelled clean and fresh. Staff at the desk were friendly with any requests we had

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point by IHG
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,404 reviews)
Great location and facilities

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (939 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,507 reviews)
The room the large, spacious, and spotless. The hotel is in a central location for meeting places for excursions and shopping areas. The staff was so courteous, kind, and helpful by calling taxis, suggestions routes, providing maps, and suggestions. Buddhi was especially helpful, when a stolen credit ...

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Sydney Opera House showing a bay or harbor, modern architecture and a monument

Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(293 reviews)

Find out what shows are happening at Sydney Opera House, a popular theatre in Sydney. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Gardens showing a high-rise building, modern architecture and a pond

Royal Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(178 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Royal Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Sydney. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Royal Botanic Gardens
The Domain in Sydney, Australia

The Domain

4.5/5(2 reviews)

The Domain is just one of the places to see in Sydney, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

The Domain
Museums are my favourite places and this one was no exception. #sydney #nationalmuseum #museum #history #stunningstructures #blackandwhite #australia

Australian Museum

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Australian Museum during your trip to Sydney. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Australian Museum
Art Gallery of New South Wales showing interior views

Art Gallery of New South Wales

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Art Gallery of New South Wales during your trip to Sydney. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Art Gallery of New South Wales
St Mary's Cathedral on a lovely summers day in Sydney

St Mary's Cathedral

4/5(4 reviews)

After visiting St Mary's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sydney. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

St Mary's Cathedral

Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice hotel, friendly staff. Clean room with big double bed and good sized ensuite. I stayed here for 12 nights. My only reservation would be the road noise which made it difficult to sleep most nights.

3/5 - Okay

Studebaker

Darlinghurst is a good 40 minute walk to the Circular Quays where most things for us happened from. If you venture around some of the neighbouring streets they are much quieter and the period architecture was fascinating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Blue Mountains at Katoomba was an excellent trip with a two hour train journey from Central Station, and of course travelling in all the ferrys