Watsons Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lighthouse on a rocky coastline with waves crashing against it.
A rocky coastline with a lighthouse and waves crashing against the shore.
A wooden boathouse with a metal railing on a rocky shore, a city skyline in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A wooden dock extending into a calm body of water with a city skyline in the background.
A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a view of the ocean and a distant shoreline at sunset.

Stay near popular Watsons Bay attractions

Hornby Lighthouse

9.4/10 (13 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Sydney with a stop at Hornby Lighthouse. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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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 Watsons Bay Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is NZ$371 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$371
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,906 reviews)
"Room was a bit tired. Food prices reasonable. Parking expensive although there are better close by options, especially if you rebook. Good location. Staff were good"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$346 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$346
13 Dec - 14 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
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$407 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$407
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,276 reviews)
"Very clean room. Excellent helpful staff! The only thing I can think of to ask for would be to make the bathroom door quieter at night- it woke up my spouse. Also a portable makeup mirror for the sitting area, would be helpful, so we can both get ready at once."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Mercure Sydney

Mercure Sydney

4.5 out of 5
818-820 George Street Chippendale NSW
The price is NZ$266 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$266
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,324 reviews)
"the bathroom had mould there was a Happy Anniversary card and wine in the fridge for "Rod" everytime when neighbours arrived and opened there room door felt like someone about to open my door. constant water running sound. worst was that the light would turn on at night time at random hours."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Mercure Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$374 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$374
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$295 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$295
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (3,069 reviews)
"The location is ideal, near to shopping and transportation, this also means it can be noisy with traffic. We had a 1 bed apartment, kitchen and a washer/dryer, this was handy as we had just come from a long cruise, with no laundromat onboard, so it was nice to freshen up some of our clothes, you ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in Watsons Bay

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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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