Johnstons Lookout
A lovely harbourside lookout at Vaucluse in Sydney with a 4.0 rating across 30 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Johnstons Lookout sits at Vaucluse, one of Sydney's beautiful harbourside eastern suburbs. With 30 reviews behind its 4.0 rating, it's a much-loved spot.
The appeal is a lovely outlook over the harbour — a lookout with lovely views across Sydney Harbour and its surrounds, a genuine favourite for taking in the scenery, a photo or simply soaking up the setting in the gorgeous Vaucluse area. It's a lovely, free outing.
Harbourside lookouts have changing conditions and seasonal considerations, so check current details before you go. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring water, sun protection, comfortable shoes and your camera.
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
- 58
- Popularity
- 45
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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