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Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is a symbol of Australia. It is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the 20th Century and is also a landmark in Sydney. Its white exterior, a shell-like sculpture built on the harbour, like scattered petals floating in the air, have for many years left observers in amazement. It houses a concert hall, a music theatre, a performance theatre, a children's theatre and a photography studio. Auctions, concerts and other events are held every month or even every week. △ Enjoy wonderful performances from all over the world △ Behind the scenes, walks, tours and experiences △ Admire the magnificent scenery of Sydney Harbor and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea timeSydney · 1.4 km from downtown
Taronga Zoo Sydney
The Taronga Zoo shows tourists Sydney's original scenery and brings them with a satisfying wildlife experience. With incredible lush native forest belts and harbour views, it is an ideal place to enjoy Australian animals and addicting Sydney views. △ Meet Australian native animals △ Enjoy daily animal performances △ Get up close and feed the animalsMosman · 1.6 km from downtown
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
The Sydney Whale Watching Cruise is a unique local experience where travelers have the opportunity to observe whales up close. From May to November each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales migrate north from Antarctic waters, passing near Sydney: late June to early July marks the peak northbound period, while after September and October, mother whales with their calves can often be seen slowly returning south along the coastline. Popular whale watching itineraries usually depart from darling harbour or circular quay. The cruise is equipped with advanced facilities, allowing you to enjoy the sea journey without missing any whale watching opportunities.Sydney · 1 km from downtown
Blue Mountains National Park
The Blue Mountains National Park belongs to the Greater Blue Mountains region. There are large areas of virgin jungle and subtropical rainforest growing in the park, among which the eucalyptus tree is famous. Its volatile oil droplets are refracted by sunlight in the air to present a blue fog, hence the name Blue Mountain. Here, you can hike and explore deep into the tropical rainforest, enjoy the scenery of different seasons, encounter Australia's native animals, and take a high-altitude cable car to overlook iconic landmarks such as the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, Mount.Solitude and the Jamison Valley. △ Enjoy the magnificent sunset view △ See the different seasons in the Blue Mountains △ Meet Australia's native animalsSydney · 74.8 km from downtown
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is one of the world's larger and more spectacular aquariums, featuring 14 themed zones and over 700 marine species. Its 100 m-long walkway is flanked by curved transparent panels, allowing face-to-face encounters with aquatic creatures from Australia's major waters, such as clownfish, little penguins and sex-changing Napoleon fish. Beyond close-up viewing and interactions, you can join activities like penguin feeding, animal shows and marine expert talks. △ Get close to penguins' waddling steps △ Admire the colorful tropical fish and coral reefs △ Learn more about sharksSydney · 505m from downtown
Sydney Tower Eye
Built in 1981, the Sydney Tower is a observation point that offers a panoramic view of the city. And it is also one of the three landamarks of Sydney, together with the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is quite worthwhile to visit this Centrepoint. The Sydney Tower stands 300m above the CBD. The four sections are occupied respectively by two revolving restaurants, a observation deck and a café. The observation deck is equipped with high-powered telescopes, through which visitors can see the scenery as far as 70 kilometers. At the peak of the Sydney Tower, you can also walk outside the tower 260 meters above the ground, exthremely exciting. △ 360° overlooking the beautiful scenery of Sydney city △ Enjoy the beautiful sunset and city night view △ Experience walking on the glass platform on the top of the towerSydney · 359m from downtown
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park is located in Sydney's western suburbs, on the way from the city to the Blue Mountains, making it a stop included in many Blue Mountains 1-day tours. This privately founded zoo houses over 2,000 native Australian animals, including dozens of endangered species, offering an excellent opportunity to encounter local wildlife in Sydney. Here you can see wombats, echidnas, dingoes, little penguins, cassowaries, kookaburras and more, observe massive saltwater crocodiles across water barriers, and even spot endangered Tasmanian devils. A highlight is entering the open kangaroo and wallaby area to hand-feed them, stroking koalas and taking photos in the koala zone, or visiting the lorikeet flight aviary where colorful parrots fly and perch around visitors. The park also hosts multiple daily keeper talks and feeding sessions, where you can hand-feed little penguins under keeper guidance. Quokkas, typically found in Western Australia, have also made their home here, offering a rare sighting in Sydney.Doonside · 1.4 km from downtown
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is located in Darling Harbour, adjacent to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds Sydney. It is a rare compact zoo in Sydney's city center, primarily featuring indoor exhibits focused on native Australian wildlife. The layout follows a single path, allowing visitors to explore the entire zoo in about two hours. Here, you can see five iconic Australian animals: kangaroos, koalas, wombats, platypuses, and crocodiles. The zoo is divided into themed zones based on natural habitats: the Kangaroo Walkabout is an open area where you can observe western grey kangaroos up close; Koala Rooftop is the zoo's highlight, offering not only regular viewing but also opportunities to book photo sessions inside the koala enclosure or join a koala breakfast experience during their active morning feeding time. The Devil Den houses the loud, powerful-jawed Tasmanian devils, an endangered marsupial species now mainly found in Tasmania. The Daintree Rainforest zone features southern cassowaries, musky rat-kangaroos, and satin bowerbirds. Patience is needed at the Platypus Pool, as these egg-laying mammals often hide among underwater branches. The Nightfall area simulates nighttime conditions, where nocturnal creatures like sugar gliders and bilbies become active. Other sections include the freshwater crocodile billabong, zones for echidnas and Goodfellow's tree kangaroos, and insect displays with spiders, stick insects, and giant snails, alongside reptiles like snakes and lizards. During your visit, check the keeper talk schedules—many animals, from wombat "Ringo" to cassowary "Princess," have dedicated sessions where caretakers share fun facts about their behaviors. After exploring, Darling Harbour's restaurants and waterfront views are just a short walk away, making it ideal for a half-day urban itinerary. △ Get up close with adorable koalas △ Watch adorable quokkas △ Meet the giant saltwater crocodileSydney · 533m from downtown
Scenic World
The Blue Mountains Scenic World is located near the Three Sisters Mountains. While here there are three different modes of transportation for visitors to enjoy: the Railway, Cableway, and Skyway. From the Skyway's high-altitude cabin, visitors will get an all-encompassing panoramic view; visitors can also take the railway or cableway down to the bottom of the rainforest and go for a hike through the rainforest or into the caves to experience the bitterness of how miners' life deep beneath the ground used to be.Katoomba · 85.1 km from Sydney
Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is Sydney's Central Entertainment District, located on the Western edge of the CBD. A thriving food and experience hub, Darling Harbour has a wide variety of bars, restaurants and cultural experiences on offer, with around 26 million visitors flocking to the precinct every year. The precinct boasts some of Sydney's most compelling attractions including Madame Tussauds Sydney, The Chinese Garden of Friendship, The Goods Line, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and IMAX Sydney, and some of Sydney's most iconic hotels including W Sydney, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Novotel Sydney.Sydney · 995m from downtown
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What travelers say about Sydney
露小茜October 13, 2026
5.0
The theater isn't very large, so the view from the second floor was excellent, and the actors' performances were very lifelike, with very interesting dialogue. Plus, the theater has a beautiful terrace with floor-to-ceiling windows; I took some lovely photos there in the afternoon!
Sydney Opera House
Anonymous userOctober 26, 2026
5.0
Had a wonderful experience at Taronga Zoo Sydney! 🐨🦒The zoo offers absolutely stunning views of Sydney Harbour, including the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The scenery is beautiful, making it a great place not only to see animals but also to enjoy the amazing views of Sydney.Getting to the zoo is very convenient, as you can easily take a ferry or bus. Taking the ferry is especially enjoyable because you get to admire the beautiful harbour views along the way.It’s a lovely place to spend the day with family, especially with kids. A perfect combination of wildlife, nature, and breathtaking scenery. Definitely worth visiting when you’re in Sydney! ❤️
Taronga Zoo Sydney
Olga_QuestSeptember 30, 2026
5.0
Amazing whale-watching experience in Sydney! 🐋I really enjoyed this experience from start to finish. The scenery and the whole environment were absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see a lot of whales! It was amazing watching them in their natural environment, and the experience was even better than I expected. Definitely a great activity to do while visiting Sydney, and I would happily recommend it to others!
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
willem_kingOctober 24, 2026
5.0
Honestly, the Blue Mountains are far inferior to some famous mountains in China. If you don't hike, all you see are the Three Sisters peaks, which aren't even really mountains. The cable car ride is just for fun, you won't get much experience from it.
Blue Mountains National Park
Anonymous userOctober 8, 2026
5.0
You can see various fish up close, especially sharks. Taking a boat to see penguins is also a great experience. Overall, the interactive elements are good, and the kids had a lot of fun.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Krishna GunturuJuly 28, 2026
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We visited the Sydney Tower Eye with my family and had a fantastic time. Booking our tickets through Trip.com was very easy, and there were a lot of different options available to choose from. I highly recommend going on a sunny day so you can get the most out of the views. Looking down at Hyde Park and the Anzac Memorial was a definite highlight. Highly recommended!
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AfpamirOctober 13, 2026
4.0
A Zoo in the western Sydney district. The trip deal worth to try it. You can’t find elephants or giraffes but the rest assure you will see some other great wildlife.
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乔JoannaOctober 7, 2026
5.0
You can visit the zoo even if it rains. It's very clean and has koalas, kangaroos, various reptiles, and a variety of birds. It's quite close to the W Hotel. You can also explore Daling Island nearby.
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Anonymous userOctober 18, 2026
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谷麦田April 20, 2026
5.0
I always check other people's reviews before each trip for reference and then add my own. Although it was peak season, the crowds weren't large at all, not even comparable to those in China. Just arrive 10-15 minutes before the cruise departure time; e-ticket verification is very quick. You can see the opera house, the harbor bridge, and the coastal residential areas, etc. It's definitely worth a visit!
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