The Rocks Travel Guide

Sydney
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes heritage elements

Popular places to visit

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Circular Quay

4.5/5(313 reviews)

Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.

Circular Quay
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Museum of Contemporary Art

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Museum of Contemporary Art
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Argyle Cut

You can find out about the history of Sydney with a visit to Argyle Cut. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

Argyle Cut
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Campbell’s Storehouses

Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Campbell’s Storehouses. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Campbell’s Storehouses
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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.

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site
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Cadman’s Cottage

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cadman’s Cottage during your travels in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Cadman’s Cottage

Top hotels in The Rocks

Sydney Harbour Hotel
Sydney Harbour Hotel
4 out of 5
55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ₹11,113 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
₹11,113
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (930 reviews)
"Closer and walkable to the major attractions."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Sydney Harbour Hotel
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ₹14,892 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹14,892
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location, awesome and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Shangri-La Sydney
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
5 out of 5
98 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ₹14,135 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹14,135
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,197 reviews)
"The sebel was a well maintained aparthotel with a fabulous view of the harbor. It was only a 7 minute walk to circular quay and less than 15 minutes to either the harbor bridge or opera house."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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 ₹13,680 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
₹13,680
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy room service, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,435 reviews)
"Nice place situated conveniently near the harbor. Balcony was perfect for catching a few sunrises. Staff was very courteous and helpful. Only drawback was not their fault. Apparently it’s along a path people go when leaving clubs at 3am I guess. VERY boisterous men and women going by Saturday and ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is ₹19,334 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹19,334
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,128 reviews)
A pleasant stay
"The room was small, the view was not of the opera house and no amenities provided but the staff were friendly, the bed very comfortable and the location good. So a good stay but not extraordinary."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
InterContinental Sydney, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Sydney, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
117 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW
Fully refundable
The price is ₹16,709 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
₹16,709
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The king size room had a bed where they join two queen/ twin beds together. Bit uncomfortable. Didn’t expect this from a hotel like Intercontinental. Other than that the view from the room was great. The property is great and Treasury bar was excellent"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

InterContinental Sydney, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around The Rocks

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

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
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Star Casino and Sydney Fish Market 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.

Pyrmont
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Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to William Street and Crown Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst
Capitol Theatre featuring street scenes as well as an individual female

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.

Haymarket
Surry Hills

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.

Surry Hills

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