East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes, a city and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House featuring cbd, a skyscraper and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes and interior views
Sydney Opera House which includes a city, interior views and modern architecture

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo showing 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
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street, Surry Hills, NSW
The price is NZ$162 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$162
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,035 reviews)
"I really like the fact ADGE offers something a bit different to the usual beige and grey hotels you see everywhere. Location is good. In-house cafe is great too. I was upgraded to a larger room which was lovely and spacious. I think I was in the 'old part' of the building as we had proper bathrooms ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

4 out of 5
90 William Street, Woolloomooloo, NSW
The price is NZ$248 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$248
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,028 reviews)
"Best bed ever. So comfortable. Staff were super helpful. Excellent experience"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$414 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$414
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,958 reviews)
"Definitely a luxurious hotel with extremely comfortable and plush beds. My husband has back issues and this is one of the main reasons why we keep coming back to this hotel. We are here three times this year and each stay is about a week. Almost every staff member is outstanding in terms of being ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Four Seasons Hotel 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 3.5-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,373 reviews)
Beautiful apartments
"Very clean & tidy, friendly staff, great location"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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 4-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (932 reviews)
"Property was a little outdated. Staff were amazing though and location was fantastic."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 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 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,319 reviews)
"Easy access to Darling Harbour. Lovely calm pool and spa area. Only negative is spa only went for a minute and had a few tiles missing. Spacious comfortable rooms."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Popular places to visit

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(3,486 reviews)

The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.

Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Gardens showing a high-rise building, a city and a garden

Royal Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(1,413 reviews)

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

Royal Botanic Gardens
Australian Museum

Australian Museum

4/5(18 reviews)

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

4.5/5(39 reviews)

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
Art Gallery of New South Wales featuring café lifestyle and interior views

The Domain

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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
Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo Wharf

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Woolloomooloo Wharf. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Woolloomooloo Wharf

Activities

Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

NZ$66
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

NZ$69
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

NZ$45
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

NZ$91
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets

NZ$62
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

NZ$117
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast
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Cities near East Sydney

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