Kings Cross Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
El Alamein Fountain
This remarkable example of modernist design, a beloved centerpiece of inner Sydney, pays tribute to Australia’s military heritage in elegant fashion.
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 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.
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.
Taronga Zoo
The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience
Manly Beach
Lying just a ferry-ride away, on the north shore of Sydney's harbour, Manly will soon have you surfing and swimming – or just watching others getting all-manly.
Activities
Sydney: Wild Wombats and Kangaroo Experience
Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Kings Cross
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.
Potts Point
The abundant dining options and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by William Street or Port Jackson Bay while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Kings Cross Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
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 Overseas Passenger Terminal.
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- More holiday ideas
- Circular Quay
- Sydney Opera House
- Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Taronga Zoo
- Manly Beach
- Star Casino
- White Bay Cruise Terminal
- Accor Stadium
- SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
- Bondi Beach
- Coogee Beach
- International Convention Centre Sydney
- Qudos Bank Arena
- Luna Park
- Pitt Street Mall
- Martin Place
- Sydney Tower Eye
- King Street Wharf
- Queen Victoria Building
- Macquarie University
- World Square Shopping Centre
- Cronulla Beach
- Royal Prince Alfred Hospital