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Sydney Harbour Destinations

Visit Sydney Harbour’s iconic destinations & discover its hidden gems.

Itineraries

Welcome to one of the world’s most beautiful natural harbours. Sydney Harbour has it all; sparkling blue waters, iconic tourists attractions, hidden beaches, pristine bushland, pretty botanic gardens brimming with native flora and charming islands that are made for exploring.

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  • 24hr Hop On Hop Off Pass

There’s a lot to love about Watsons Bay. It’s got lovely beaches, marvellous views and delicious seafood. Located on the South Head peninsula in Sydney’s east, it’s a delightful day out. Australia’s oldest fishing village is home to waterfront restaurants, great walking trails and a harbourside park perfect for family picnics.

Must See Sydney Harbour Destinations

Welcome to one of the world’s most beautiful natural harbours. Sydney Harbour has it all; sparkling blue waters, iconic tourists attractions, hidden beaches, pristine bushland, pretty botanic gardens brimming with native flora and charming islands that are made for exploring.

Watsons Bay

There’s a lot to love about Watsons Bay. It’s got lovely beaches, marvellous views and delicious seafood. Located on the South Head peninsula in Sydney’s east, it’s a delightful day out. Australia’s oldest fishing village is home to waterfront restaurants, great walking trails and a harbourside park perfect for family picnics.

Manly

Enjoy the wonderful delights of Manly, from iconic Manly Beach and breathtaking views from North Head to delicious waterside places to eat and fun family activities. Begin your discovery with a ferry ride from Circular Quay across sparkling Sydney Harbour, one of the world’s great natural harbours.

Taronga Zoo

One of Sydney’s most famous attractions, the award-winning Taronga Zoo is home to over 4,000 animals, including Australian native wildlife, as well as rare and endangered exotic animals. Overlooking the magnificent Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo is just 12 minutes from the city by ferry. Open 365 days a year, admission includes daily keeper talks and presentations.

Darling Harbour

This waterside pocket of Sydney has got it all; amazing entertainment, fascinating museums, incredible wildlife and delicious dining options right on the water plus a brand-new food precinct. Darling Harbour is a fantastic family-friendly destination right in the heart of Sydney that has something for everyone.

Barangaroo

Barangaroo was once a bustling container terminal, but thanks to a big urban renewal project this suburb on the edge of Sydney Harbour now has something for everyone. Discover delicious restaurants, explore the beautiful parkland, there’s enticing shopping, innovative architecture and fascinating indigenous tours.

Circular Quay

This is the gateway to all the wonderful things that Sydney Harbour has to offer. Circular Quay in Sydney Cove is bordered by the Sydney Opera House and Royal Botanic Garden on one side and the Sydney Harbour Bridge on the other. It’s also the main ferry terminal in Sydney, making it easy to explore one of the world’s great natural harbours.

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Ways to Explore Sydney Harbour

Fantasea Cruising offers Sydney’s best value 1 Day & 2 Day Sydney Harbour Hopper Passes so you can get on and off at all popular Sydney Harbour destinations as often as you like: Manly, Watsons Bay, Taronga Zoo, Darling Harbour and Circular Quay.

You only have a couple of hours to see the world’s most beautiful harbour? Join our 90min Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with commentary developed in partnership with Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation and the Australian Maritime Museum.

We acknowledge the land on which we gather, from places as widespread and diverse as the NRMA. In the presence of Elders past, present and future, we recognise all journeys and our mutual role in creating new paths together.