Sydney Travel Guide

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Sydney
Cronulla Beach which includes waves
Sydney
Sydney
Sydney showing a bay or harbour, skyline and night scenes

Where to stay in Sydney

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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(343 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 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.

Sydney Central Business District
Darling Harbour showing city views, a city and night scenes

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

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

Darling Harbour
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Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.

Sydney Olympic Park
Bondi Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Icebergs.

Bondi Beach
Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

Manly

A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Wharf and Shelly Beach.

Manly
Parramatta showing a city and general coastal views

Parramatta

Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and Riverside Theatres while you're in town.

Parramatta
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.507.780 ₫ per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
5.507.780 ₫
6.058.558 ₫ total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
The Staff were incredibly friendly, they upgraded our room to the suite which was so generous and we are so grateful and thankful. The room was beautifully presented, amenities were wonderful and it was very classy and elegant, and the breakfast had great options. Will be back again for sure.

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is 6.253.566 ₫ per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
6.253.566 ₫
6.878.923 ₫ total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,988 reviews)
The friendliest, most helpful staff i have ever encountered. Rooms are perfect, view was amazing!!

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is 5.585.151 ₫ per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
5.585.151 ₫
6.143.717 ₫ total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,628 reviews)
room very good, staff friendly. let down a little by quality of dining

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,365 reviews)
Staff were extremely courteous and helpful. Holding luggage getting a taxi. The suite we had was huge but clean and comfortable although more than we needed it for one night.

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites

Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites

4 out of 5
243 Pyrmont Street, Darling Harbour, Pyrmont, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (7,503 reviews)
Staff was great during check in. Bed super comfy. Room clean and spacious. Great location. Only issue TV did not work Always stay at Oaks

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites
Quest North Sydney

Quest North Sydney

4 out of 5
223 Miller Street, North Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (342 reviews)
Spotless, great staff, convenient location to restaurants and transport, quiet

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Quest North Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sydney

4.7
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 71%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 26%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

An amazing city , it certainly has plenty of iconic sights to see, and lots to do, with amazing shops too.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

very central for visiting other areas, trains to Blue mountains and Southern Highlands

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Sydney is a city like so many others however the Harbour Bridge, the opera house and Circular Quay make it unique

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really enjoyed our time in Sydney. The hotel was perfect location for The Opera House, Sydney Bridge, Restaurants, bard, shopping and all transport.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved our visit. Definitely worth hopping on the ferries to get to other city areas, cheap and frequent. Good museums, Plenty of reasonably priced places to eat.

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