Cahill Walk Lookout
A lovely harbourside lookout walk in the Sydney CBD with a 4.7 rating across 160 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Cahill Walk Lookout sits above Circular Quay in the heart of Sydney's CBD, along the elevated Cahill Expressway walkway. With 160 reviews behind its 4.7 rating, it's a much-loved viewpoint.
The appeal is spectacular harbour views — an elevated walkway and lookout taking in sweeping outlooks over Circular Quay, the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, a genuine highlight and a lovely, lesser-known spot for photos. It's a wonderful way to take in the icons of Sydney Harbour.
Walkways and lookouts have changing conditions and can be exposed, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, spectacular spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection and take your time soaking up the views.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 84
- Popularity
- 67
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Nearby venues
Cafe Sydney Restaurant
$$$$A rooftop restaurant with sweeping harbour views serving Modern Australian cuisine and cocktails.
The Rocks Cafe
$$Casual eatery offering staples such as burgers, salads & pasta in a restored 19th-century market.
Marlowe's Way
$$Laneway cafe/bar with murals by local artists, offering snacks, house-blend coffee and craft beer.
Banksia Bakehouse
Cafes in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
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