The Rocks Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Circular Quay - The Rocks showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes heritage elements
Circular Quay - The Rocks showing a city, street scenes and a bridge
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes
Circular Quay - The Rocks showing a garden

Popular places to visit

Circular Quay showing street scenes, a city and a sunset

Circular Quay

4.5/5(4,882 reviews)

Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.

Circular Quay
Museum of Contemporary Art showing signage and street scenes as well as a couple

Museum of Contemporary Art

4.5/5(78 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Museum of Contemporary Art
Argyle Cut

Argyle Cut

You can find out about the history of Sydney with a visit to Argyle Cut. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

Argyle Cut
Campbell’s Storehouses

Campbell’s Storehouses

3/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Campbell’s Storehouses. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Campbell’s Storehouses
Cadman’s Cottage

Cadman’s Cottage

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cadman’s Cottage during your travels in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Cadman’s Cottage
Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Explore the great outdoors at Cadmans Cottage Historic Site, a lovely green space in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Activities

Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour
Local guides

Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

AU$46
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour
Six Bridges of Sydney “Vintage Car Ride” Experience

Six-Bridges-of-Sydney-Vintage-Car-Ride-Experience

AU$390
per traveller
Six-Bridges-of-Sydney-Vintage-Car-Ride-Experience
shared shuttle transportation

Shared Shuttle: Overseas Passenger Terminal

AU$30
per adult
Shared Shuttle: Overseas Passenger Terminal
Picture 2 for Activity Professional photoshoot at The Rocks in Sydney

Professional photoshoot at The Rocks in Sydney

AU$136
per traveller
Professional photoshoot at The Rocks in Sydney
See the best Sydney has to offer...on two wheels!

Sydney Bike Tours

AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney Bike Tours
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Our pick of the best The Rocks Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$315 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,297 reviews)
"comfortable and clean facility the staff were professional and friendly."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Sydney Harbour Hotel
Sydney Harbour Hotel
4 out of 5
55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$254 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,610 reviews)
"Great location. Next to the cruise terminal. Incredible views of harbor, Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge. Close to harbor ferry terminal and numerous places to eat. Convenience store next door. Hotel is a little dated but clean. Very good breakfast buffet. Biggest issues for me was low water ..."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Sydney Harbour Hotel
Harbour Rocks Hotel
Harbour Rocks Hotel
5 out of 5
34-52 Harrington Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$286 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"I will forgive the few things we didn't appreciate, like the AC unit immediately blowing on the bed (the only location possible) and the loss of the crepe cafe on the street, waahh. The breakfast was lovely, bed super, shower super. I would come back in a hot minute. If you have terrible knees, there ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Harbour Rocks Hotel
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
5 out of 5
98 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$315 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,307 reviews)
Amazing Views and More
"This is probably one of the best hotesl for an excellent view of Sydney skyline. The rooms are spacious and modern although lacking in outlets beside the bed. The location is very good as it is walking distance to the shopping areas, theatres, museums, Sydney Opera House, bars, restaurants, parks, ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$280 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,272 reviews)
"Stayed many times at the Fullerton Hotel an ideal location for getting to concerts, ballet/opera and the galleries/arts scene and eateries the best end of Sydney!!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$374 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$374
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,715 reviews)
"The property is right downtown so it was perfect to reach anywhere- rail, ferry, bus, or uber. There were great eating and shopping places. The hop on bus was very close. The room was clean and well supplied. We used nespresso every morning. The staff on site were excellent!!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around The Rocks

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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Darling Harbour showing city views, a city and night scenes

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Star Casino and Sydney Fish Market are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

Pyrmont
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Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to William Street and Stanley Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst
Capitol Theatre featuring street scenes as well as an individual female

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills

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