Watsons Bay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
![Hornby Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c87beb63e1abc59520834c8a6da85fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hornby Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Sydney with a stop at Hornby Lighthouse. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
![South Head](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/95554584a0d607d4c00a50f28ced1dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
South Head
Find out about the history of Sydney when you spend time at South Head. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
![Circular Quay showing street scenes, a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152942-Circular-Quay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Circular Quay
Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.
![Sydney Opera House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474916-Sydney-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sydney Opera House
Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.
![Sydney Harbour Bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543113-sydney-harbour-bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sydney Harbour Bridge
An iconic structure on a beautiful harbour with breath-taking views at any time of day or night. Climb it, walk it, photograph it or just stand back and admire it.
![Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, boating and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31185-Manly-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Manly Beach
Resplendent with golden sandy beaches, crystal blue seas perfect for swimming and surfing, and the best bars, shopping and views around. Welcome to Manly Beach.
Activities
![Sydney Opera House Tour & Meal + Drink at Opera Bar or House Canteen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3670715/3893300c-8a58-47a4-8e78-5195483bec23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sydney Opera House Tour & Meal + Drink at Opera Bar or House Canteen
![Picture 11 for Activity Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Free Koala Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49246219/7bf33dc4-8468-4574-8b69-baecc50102f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Koala Photo
![Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/188986/4e814d56-d1d8-40f8-a06e-e9f969358e1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
![Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48574923/029b8128-bf55-4db5-9d95-d6bb03aa70ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise
![Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1304814/86e6490f-71e7-4ac8-a5b5-497c3b9fcb45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Watsons Bay Hotel Deals
![Four Seasons Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2300/2220/0d169efc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025
![The Fullerton Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284400/284308/14b99839_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025
![Shangri-La Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12000/11974/d15d8888_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025
![Hyatt Regency Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15900/15886/43dc37da_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025
![YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426200/426104/de19e7e4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025
![W Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96140000/96134000/96133976/48c112b4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Watsons Bay
![Mosman showing a bridge, a city and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/33000/33321-Mosman.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Mosman
You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Balmoral Beach or Taronga Zoo.
![Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31187-Manly-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Manly
A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Wharf and Shelly Beach.
![Bondi Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/251000/251855-Bondi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Bondi Beach
Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Icebergs.
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North Sydney
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or St. Leonards Park might round out your trip.
![Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31238-The-Rocks.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
The Rocks
A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.
![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474821-Darlinghurst.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lady Bay Beach
- Watsons Bay Beach
- Hornby Lighthouse
- The Gap Park
- Circular Quay
- Sydney Opera House
- Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Manly Beach
- Overseas Passenger Terminal
- Accor Stadium
- White Bay Cruise Terminal
- Taronga Zoo
- Star Casino
- Bondi Beach
- Hyde Park
- Coogee Beach
- University of Sydney
- International Convention Centre Sydney
- Sydney Town Hall
- Qudos Bank Arena
- SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
- Pitt Street Mall
- Luna Park Sydney
- Cronulla Beach
- Capitol Theatre
- Macquarie University
- Sydney Cricket Ground
- Martin Place
- Sydney Tower Eye
- Sydney Showground
- World Square Shopping Centre
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