Sydney Central Business District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.
The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and modern skyscrapers.
The Sydney Opera House with a ferry in the foreground.
A modern architectural structure with large, fan-like elements and a bridge in the background.
The Sydney Opera House with the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.

Stay near popular Sydney Central Business District attractions

The Sydney Opera House with its distinctive sail-like design, surrounded by water and a cityscape in the background.

Sydney Opera House

9.4/10 (18,284 reviews)
The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.
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Activities

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

NZ$63
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

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

NZ$79
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

NZ$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

NZ$36
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets
Sydney Harbour BridgeMuseum - Day Session

Sydney Harbour BridgeMuseum - Day Session

NZ$49
per adult
Sydney Harbour BridgeMuseum - Day Session
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

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

NZ$109
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
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Our pick of the best Sydney Central Business District Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$363 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$363
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$375 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$375
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$317 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$317
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,067 reviews)
"I had asked for two beds and there was only one. Only one elevator working. A/C was difficult to work. The hallways weren’t really clean and the hotel is in need of an upgrade."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
InterContinental Sydney by IHG

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

5 out of 5
16 Phillip Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$458 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$458
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"The breakfast could be better. Most of their plates were"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

InterContinental Sydney by IHG
ibis Styles Sydney Central

ibis Styles Sydney Central

4 out of 5
27 Wentworth Avenue Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$230 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$230
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean hotel with great staff, bar and good central city location 5 min walk from Museum station and Hyde Park"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

ibis Styles Sydney Central
Rydges World Square

Rydges World Square

4.5 out of 5
389 Pitt Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$329 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$329
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Rydges World Square
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Our guide on where to stay in Sydney Central Business District

Find the best Sydney Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a glass facade and a distinctive white roof, situated by a waterfront.

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.

A lake with reflections of tall buildings, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Afterpay Arena or Accor Stadium while you're exploring the area.

A coastal swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by rocky terrain and a building labeled 'Bondi Icebergs'.

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion.

A waterfront with a ferry named 'Ocean Wave' and a building labeled 'MANYLY WHARF'.
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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.

A modern building with a curved glass facade and a red upper section, adjacent to a pedestrian overpass and busy street with vehicles and pedestrians.

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.

Sydney Central Business District Travel Guide

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