St Ives Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Taronga Zoo
The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant 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 St Ives Hotel Deals
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Location
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
An amazing hotel with amazing views of the bridge & Opera house Service was superb from all the staff special mention to Lo guest relations manager Johnny on luggage Colin the concierge & Dale in the lobby lounge
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Ace Hotel Sydney
Nice boutique hotel that is very nice. It seemed to cater to a younger crowd as there was a DJ each evening in the restaurant area. It was also a bit of a trek (20-30 minute walk) to sites such as the Opera House and The Rocks but I loved walking through the city and the parks. For me as an older ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Great room, clean spacious. I was impressed with the extras like washing up liquid that are usually not provided. Professional, helpful staff. Excellent location We loved our stay!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Clean and comfortable and convenient
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Reception staff were very welcoming and helpfull. We have stayed at this hotel on a couple off occasions, and from last year to this we can honestly say, the breakfast facility was complete disorganised chaos , and thats putting it mildly . Overall we like this hotel, but would most probably not ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St Ives
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.
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.
Manly
A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Beach and Manly Wharf.
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.
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.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
