The Ponds Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A serene lake surrounded by trees and a wooden structure.

Stay near popular The Ponds attractions

Riverbank Park

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbank Park, a lovely green space in Sydney.
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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 ALL-INCLUSIVE DINNER CRUISE

Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

NZ$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise
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 The Ponds Hotel Deals

Quest North Sydney

Quest North Sydney

4 out of 5
223 Miller Street North Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$378 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$378
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Quest North Sydney
Quest Macquarie Park

Quest Macquarie Park

4 out of 5
71 Epping Road Macquarie Park NSW
The price is NZ$214 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$214
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (868 reviews)
"Clean comfortable and located close to facilities I needed to access"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Quest Macquarie Park
Rydges North Sydney

Rydges North Sydney

4 out of 5
54 Mclaren Street North Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$256 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$256
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (420 reviews)
"Not the greatest experience, the room was tiny fir a twin share, the amenities were bleh. It was over $500 a night and felt like a buck fifty. I'll try somewhere else next time."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Rydges North Sydney
Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG

Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG

4 out of 5
7-11 Talavera Road Macquarie Park NSW
The price is NZ$213 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$213
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG
Visy Dior Hotel

Visy Dior Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Columbia Court Norwest NSW
The price is NZ$182 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$182
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Visy Dior Hotel
Quest At Sydney Olympic Park

Quest At Sydney Olympic Park

4.5 out of 5
6 Edwin Flack Avenue Sydney Olympic Park NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$224 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$224
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Quest At Sydney Olympic Park
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Our guide on where to stay in The Ponds

Find the best The Ponds areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about The Ponds
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A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

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.

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.

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