SYDNEY TOWER

Sydney Tower offers the best view of Sydney and it maintains its position as the tallest structure in the city and visitors can enjoy a stunning 360° view from the Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck. The Tower also offers several other experiences such as the Virtual Reality experience, 4D Cinema, 360° Bar and Dining and a visit to the highest event space right on the top of the Tower.

Sydney Tower is an impressive and iconic landmark in Sydney's skyline. The Tower is listed as a member of the World Federation of Great Towers and it stands at an imposing height of 1014 feet near the Central Business District of Sydney. There are four sections in the Sydney Tower which are open to the public. On Level I there is the 360 Bar and Dining which offers great food along with a revolving view of the city below. On Level II you will find Sydney Tower Buffet which is a buffet style multi cuisine restaurant. Level III, Studio is a great place to organise a cocktail party. The Sydney Tower Eye is the Observation Deck and it is on Level IV of the Tower. The Observation Deck is a fully enclosed platform offering stunning views of the city. For Level IV, visitors need to get an access pass. 

The Sydney Tower also has Sydney's highest outdoor adventure spot, the SKYWALK which is a glass outdoor walkway at a height of 268 metres above sea level. A walk on the SKYWALK makes you feel as if you're walking on clouds and the view is absolutely stunning. Apart from the spectacular views, Sydney Tower also offers an incredible shopping experience in the lower floors as well as three different types of dining experiences. 

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Highlights

• Sydney Tower is the highest structure in Australia and ranks as the second highest Observation Tower in the Southern Hemisphere. 
• The Observation Deck has about 18 high powered binoculars that lets you see over 100 km in all directions or you can zoom in on any of the attractions around the city.
• Walk on air 268 metres above the bustling city of Sydney at the SKYWALK and take in the spectacular views of Darling Harbour, Sydney Central BusinessDistrict and the surrounding area.
• The SKYWALK is the highest outdoor adventure spot in all of Australia. 
• Enjoy a whole new experience of Sydney's attractions with the 4D Cinema Experience. Watch 3D images with incredible special effects replicating wind, foam, fire and more.
• High speed elevator takes you to the top of the Sydney Tower in 40 seconds. 
• The Golden turret on the top is the highest event space in Sydney with a capacity of 960 people at a time. 

How To Reach

By Train - The closest train stations to Sydney Tower are St. James, Town Hall and Martin Place. All these stations are within 5 to 10 minutes walk from the Tower.

By Bus - There are various bus stops within walking distance. The nearest ones are George Street, Elizabeth Street and Castlereagh Street. Bus routes 194, 371, 396, 412, 423, 430, 438X, 500X pass through these streets.

By Taxi - If you are taking a cab or an Uber ask the driver to drop you off at the corner of Market and Pitt Street. 

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Best Time To Visit

Sydney Tower is a year round attraction which can be visited in any season. The clear skies of winter offer the best long distance viewing while in spring you can see the suburbs of Sydney covered in a purple hue of the beautiful Jacaranda flowers. Summertime brings on a relaxed vibe while autumn covers the whole city in an orange glow and offers the most incredible sunset views from the Tower. So, no matter when you wish Sydney, do not miss out on a trip to the Top of the Sydney Tower. 

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Places to visit nearby Sydney Tower 

St. Andrew's Cathedral

This is one of the oldest cathedrals in Sydney and it is located right in the heart of the CBD of this vibrant city. The structure of the Cathedral follows a Gothic Revival Style of architecture and it was built from 1837 to 1868.

Queen Victoria Building 

Visit the incredible Romanesque style Queen Victoria Building for a fantastic experience of retail therapy. Even if you do not wish to shop here you can still visit the place for its beautiful stained glass windows, the high Central Dome and the absolutely stunning Royal Clock. The elegant Tea Room hosts high teas which are quite popular in Sydney. 

Madame Tussauds Sydney 

Madame Tussauds Sydney is a leading wax museum in Australia and it is located just 1.4 km away from the Sydney Tower. The Museum features 11 zones that carry wax figures of famous and legendary personalities from around the world. 

Royal Botanic Gardens 

Take a break from the hustle bustle of this vibrant city and spend some time in this beautiful and tranquil green oasis right in the heart of the city. This is the oldest Botanic Gardens in Australia and features rares and unique plants not just from Australia but from around the world. 

Chinese Garden Of Friendship 

This incredibly beautiful garden is just 1.4 km from the iconic Sydney Tower and it was built to commemorate the Friendship between Sydney and Guangdong China. The Garden features tranquil pathways, exotic flora, beautiful flowers, a lake filled with pretty koi fish and an onsite restaurant. 

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Tips to Visit

• Book your tickets in advance and enjoy lots of discounts plus you can get passes to multiple attractions if you do so. You can also get the skip-the-line tickets which will save you a lot of time. 
• Definitely make time for the 4D Cinema Experience and enjoy a whole new dimension of Sydney.
• The Skywalk Experience is accessible only through a pre-booked tour. So, make sure you get your bookings for the incredible experience in advance.
• If the weather is bad during your visit, you will receive a pass that will allow you to revisit the Tower free of cost within 7 days from the date of issue of the pass.

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