West Ryde Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Ryde
Popular places to visit
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.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Taronga Zoo
The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience
Star Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Star Casino during your visit to Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Our pick of the best West Ryde Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Sydney
Overall hotel is good location and views. Staff were friendly and helpful. The one disappointment was the club lounge. Have stayed there several times before and the offering in the club lounge appears to have declined. First night they ran out of wine glasses and options were limited. Also on checkout ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Very convenient location to Syd international airport, friendly staff, easy check-in and out process.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Pretty basic room and a pretty basic hotel. Gym was skimpy, no bath tubs, no pool or sauna. Great breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Grealy location. Walkable to all areas, opera house, ferries, restaurants, etc. Great staff and wonderful rooms.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
The suite is as large as a one bedroom apartment in New York City. It comes with washer and dryer inside that makes it very convenient for travellers with small children.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Ace Hotel Sydney
Great!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Ryde
Sydney Olympic Park
Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.
