Best Tourist Attractions in Sydney (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 136 of the best tourist attractions in Sydney right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
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.
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WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Unique zoo featuring native animals in walk-through habitats, plus daily shows & feeding sessions.
Museum of Illusions
Museums in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Fairfax walk
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Manly Wormhole
Beaches in Manly, Sydney.
Burragula Lookout
Parks in Manly, Sydney.
South Bondi Beach
Tourist Attractions in Bondi, Sydney.
Paddington Gates
Parks in Paddington, Sydney.
The Goods Line
Former elevated rail track transformed into a walking & cycling trail with lawns & ping pong tables.
Copes Lookout
Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Mackenzie’s Point lookout
Lookouts in Bondi, Sydney.
Lady Gowrie Lookout
Lookouts in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Shark Dive Xtreme
Tourist Attractions in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Darling Harbour Woodward Water Feature
Parks in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
The Sydney Fernery
Tourist Attractions in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Collins Flat Beach
Beaches in Manly, Sydney.
Sculpture by the Sea Incorporated
Tourist Attractions in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Moonrise Lookout
Lookouts in Newtown, Sydney.
Coogee Beach Rainbow Walkway
47m-long, curved rainbow promenade below the beach steps symbolising LGBTQ+ rights & inclusiveness.
Tourist Attractions by suburb
Zoom in on the best tourist attractions in Sydney's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →Tourist Attractions in Sydney — FAQs
What are the best tourist attractions in Sydney?+
Our top-rated tourist attractions in Sydney are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sydney tourist attractions ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter tourist attractions by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many tourist attractions are listed in Sydney?+
We currently feature 136 tourist attractions across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.