The Spit Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Chinamans Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Chinamans Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sydney. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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.
Star Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Star Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Taronga Zoo
The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience
Activities
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Our pick of the best The Spit Hotel Deals
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Great location. Hotel needs updating.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
We requested some things on check in and it took 3 phone calls before they were delivered to our room. The rooms are a little tired. Room was not soundproof. Beautiful view, but the windows were dirty. We couldn't use the top floor bar as there was a private function booked.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Tv did not work moves to another room fridge and telephone not working. Pass for car park did not work had to pay
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
I had wonderful stay here
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
I must say this hotel was very good for us and we loved it there. The staff was nice, the room had what we needed and the bed was comfortable. If you’re looking for posh, maybe it is not for you but our room and our 11 night stay was great and we would stay there again. Oh and the location to the ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Great Location & friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Spit
Mosman
You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Balmoral Beach or Taronga Zoo.
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 Wharf and Shelly Beach.
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.
