The Rocks Travel Guide
Sydney
Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Circular Quay. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Overseas Passenger Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Museum of Contemporary Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Campbell’s Storehouses
Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Campbell’s Storehouses. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Cadmans Cottage Historic Site
Explore the great outdoors at Cadmans Cottage Historic Site, a lovely green space in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Sydney Opera House
Find out what shows are happening at Sydney Opera House, a popular theatre in Sydney. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Top hotels in The Rocks
Shangri-La Sydney
The hotel is ideally situated within walking distance of most major tourist attractions, including the opera house, which is approximately a 10-minute walk away. While I did not personally use the restaurant, the bar and dining facilities appeared to be relatively expensive. Additionally, the rooms ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
This hotel was amazing! Great views, incredible staff and wonderful service.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sydney Harbour Hotel
Hotel is a little dated but in a fantastic location with restaurants and bars within walking distance.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
The location to the airport is excellent but the reception staff were unwelcoming, unfriendly and didn't even smile! Plus I'd booked a "Double Queen sized room - Superior" and the window looked out at a carpark and more rooms only! A miserable outlook, making me thankful that I was only staying over ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Room was comfortable, staff was nice, lobby bar was ok. Location was great for sightseeing.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
The property is ok, but the services are not good as aspected, with broken elevators and coffee machines. My wife lost her white color coat when the hotel the room cleaning staff mistakenly collected the white coat with hotel white towels together and never return to us.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Rocks
Sydney Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.
Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sydney Jewish Museum and William Street while you're in town.
Haymarket
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.
Surry Hills
Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.
