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 William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is ₹18,881 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
₹18,881
₹20,769 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,564 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is ₹15,773 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹15,773
₹17,351 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,072 reviews)
Staff were a bit rude and robotic. Otherwise fine for an airport hotel

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is ₹15,773 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
₹15,773
₹17,351 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,947 reviews)
Hassle free Very clean and tidy

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
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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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,424 reviews)
Very slightly old fashioned. Excellent pool. Very good area to stay in

Reviewed on 8 Mar 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! (942 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 ...
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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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.

Popular places to visit

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

Sydney Opera House

Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.

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

Royal Botanic Gardens

Escape Sydney’s busy downtown and enjoy the winding pathways, art installations and rose gardens of this lush haven.

Royal Botanic Gardens
The Domain in Sydney, Australia

The Domain

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

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 entertainment choices.

Australian Museum
Art Gallery of New South Wales showing interior views

Art Gallery of New South Wales

See old and new elegantly overlap in the thought-provoking exhibitions on show in New South Wales’ premier art gallery, which overlooks Sydney’s Domain.

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

St Mary's Cathedral

After visiting St Mary's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sydney. Discover the fascinating museums 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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2 - Disappointing 0%
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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

Cities near East Sydney

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