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.
136 spots
Moonrise Lookout
Lookouts in Newtown, Sydney.
Sculpture by the sea - Bondi to Tamarama walk
Walks in Bondi, Sydney.
Finger Wharf
Timber wharf built in the 1910s, with vintage industrial equipment alongside modern seafood spots.
Curl Curl Boardwalk
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Ben Buckler Point
Walks in Bondi, Sydney.
Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head
Lookouts in Newtown, Sydney.
Convict Precinct
Tourist Attractions in Balmain, Sydney.
North Head Scenic Drive View Point
Lookouts in Manly, Sydney.
Cape Baily Lighthouse
Museums in Cronulla, Sydney.
Dee Why to Curl Curl Coastal Walk
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Circular Quay Harbour Lookout
Lookouts in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Angel Place Birdcages
Tourist Attractions in Paddington, Sydney.
Cronulla Sand Dunes
Beaches in Cronulla, Sydney.
Waverley Cemetery Lookout
Lookouts in Bondi, Sydney.
Cahill Walk Lookout
Walks in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Maroubra to Malabar Coastal Walk
Walks in Coogee, Sydney.
Bellbird Lookout
Lookouts in Alexandria, Sydney.
Woolwich Lookout
Lookouts in Chatswood, Sydney.
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.