Freshwater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Freshwater
Popular places to visit
Harbord Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Harbord Beach during your travels in Sydney? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's coral reefs.
Sydney Opera House
The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.
Circular Quay
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.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
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.
International Convention Centre Sydney
During your trip, find out what's happening in International Convention Centre Sydney, a top convention centre in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Qudos Bank Arena
Catch an event at Qudos Bank Arena during your trip to Sydney. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House
Our pick of the best Freshwater Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Sydney
I have aaked for an early check in during booking, they have not declined. Made me me to wait seven hours in the lobby before getting the room very bad customer service
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Very convenient from the international terminal -- about a 5 minute walk. Smitty's Bar -- food and service were excellent. Easy walk back the next day to catch a shuttle to the domestic terminal. Room was al well appointed and quiet.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Great staff
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Dirty, stinky, rude stuff. The gym was smelly and had no machines, just a couple of noisy treadmills and a few old dumbbells. Room was noisy and the view was terrible. Nothing to save here. Just stay away from this garbage.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Beautiful location. Clean quiet rooms. Pool staff very friendly.? Would go back there again.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Excellent stay. Great room with a view. Love the location
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freshwater
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.
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.
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 Port Jackson Bay might round out your trip.
Chatswood
Travellers come to Chatswood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Chatswood Interchange and Westfield Chatswood Mall while you're in town.
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.
Sydney Central Business District
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.
