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Sydney CBD, Sydney

Best Tourist Attractions in Sydney CBD

Looking for the best tourist attractions in Sydney CBD? We've gathered 32 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Sydney CBD has its own character, and the tourist attractions here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.

First time in Sydney, or showing visitors around? These are the landmark sights and must-see attractions that define the city — the places worth building a day around.

32 spots in Sydney CBD

The Sydney Fernery — Alexandria, Sydney
58Spot

The Sydney Fernery

Tourist Attractions

Tourist Attractions in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.8(61)View details →
City Lookout from Milsons Point — Alexandria, Sydney
57Spot

City Lookout from Milsons Point

Tourist Attractions

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(136)View details →
Circular Quay Harbour Lookout — The Rocks, Sydney
55Spot

Circular Quay Harbour Lookout

Tourist Attractions

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(87)View details →
Cahill Walk Lookout — Alexandria, Sydney
55Spot

Cahill Walk Lookout

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.7(160)View details →
Frazer Fountain Hyde Park — Sydney CBD, Sydney
54Spot

Frazer Fountain Hyde Park

Tourist Attractions

Parks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.6(37)View details →
Port Pyrmont - Sydney Culture History Walks — Alexandria, Sydney
51Spot

Port Pyrmont - Sydney Culture History Walks

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(15)View details →
The Cahill Bridge Walk Lookout — The Rocks, Sydney
49Spot

The Cahill Bridge Walk Lookout

Tourist Attractions

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(29)View details →
Sydney's Diverse People & Community - Sydney Culture History Walks — Surry Hills, Sydney
48Spot

Sydney's Diverse People & Community - Sydney Culture History Walks

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.6(10)View details →
The Rocks Self-Guided Walking Tour — The Rocks, Sydney
46Spot

The Rocks Self-Guided Walking Tour

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

5.0(5)View details →
North Sydney lookout point — Chatswood, Sydney
46Spot

North Sydney lookout point

Tourist Attractions

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(17)View details →
Marrinawi Cove Lookout — The Rocks, Sydney
45Spot

Marrinawi Cove Lookout

Lookouts

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.9(14)View details →
Sydney City Centre Self-Guided Walking Tour — Sydney CBD, Sydney
45Spot

Sydney City Centre Self-Guided Walking Tour

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.6(5)View details →
Writers Walk — The Rocks, Sydney
44Spot

Writers Walk

Tourist Attractions

Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.7(14)View details →
Woolloomooloo Lookout — Alexandria, Sydney
43Spot

Woolloomooloo Lookout

Tourist Attractions

Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.

4.5(13)View details →

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Tourist Attractions in Sydney CBD — FAQs

What are the best tourist attractions in Sydney CBD?+

The tourist attractions in Sydney CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.

How many tourist attractions are there in Sydney CBD?+

We currently feature 32 tourist attractions in Sydney CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.

How do I get to Sydney CBD in Sydney?+

Sydney CBD is one of Sydney's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.