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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
Circular Quay showing street scenes, a city and a sunset

Circular Quay

4.5/5(4,882 reviews)

Trains, buses and boats all make a bee-line for Circular Quay, a place at the heart of Sydney's journeying – and so should you.

Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

4.5/5(3,601 reviews)

A colossus of engineering, the Harbour Bridge brings the pieces of Sydney together, and offers you a different perspective on the city's wide-angle drama.

Sydney Harbour Bridge
Taronga Zoo featuring zoo animals and bird life as well as an individual male

Taronga Zoo

4.5/5(778 reviews)

The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience

Taronga Zoo
Star Casino which includes a sunset and signage

Star Casino

4/5(1,105 reviews)

Why not roll the dice by visiting Star Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Star Casino
Hyde Park

Hyde Park

4.5/5(2,020 reviews)

Hyde Park is just one of the places to see in Sydney, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Hyde Park

Activities

Picture 11 for Activity Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Free Koala Photo

Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Koala Photo

NZ$215
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Koala Photo
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

NZ$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

NZ$67
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

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

NZ$92
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Sydney Wildlife Safari

Sydney Wildlife Safari

NZ$458
per adult
Sydney Wildlife Safari
Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Small Group Tours

Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Tour Comfortable Wildlife Experience

NZ$157
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Tour Comfortable Wildlife Experience
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Our pick of the best Cowan Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is NZ$297 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$297
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,286 reviews)
"We loved the views and the staff were amazing..we'll definitely be coming back."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$290 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$290
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,729 reviews)
"Comfortable room with gorgeous view. Best breakfast selection we’ve had in ages! Will book again soon!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$292 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$292
30 June - 1 July
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,415 reviews)
"It’s convenient for transport options. But sound insulation of noise gets into the room which is disturbing to sleeping well. Bath room fixture is also rather poorly maintained eg doors can’t close well. Probably the lower end of Fullerton hotel I have ever experienced."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$370 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$370
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,822 reviews)
"Beautiful and location was awesome"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
5 out of 5
16 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$388 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$388
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to opera house, friendly staff, plentiful buffet options for breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Sydney by IHG
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$188 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$188
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,120 reviews)
"Great location, just across the road from Darling Harbour and down the hill from all the shops and restaurants. The staff were great and very accommodating! We would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Cowan

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Chatswood

Travellers come to Chatswood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Chatswood Interchange and Lane Cove National Park while you're in town.

Chatswood
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
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North Sydney

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or ISKCON Sydney (Hare Krishna Temple) might round out your trip.

North Sydney
Mosman showing a bridge, a city and boating

Mosman

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Taronga Zoo or Balmoral Beach.

Mosman
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 CommBank Stadium while you're in town.

Parramatta
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Rocks

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