Sydney heritage attractions

BridgeClimb Sydney welcomes visitors from around the world to enjoy the ultimate experience of Sydney on the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Climbers no...

Rich in history and architecturally splendid, the Queen Victoria Building (QVB) occupies an entire block on Sydney’s George Street, and has over...

Recently added to the World Heritage List as part of 11 convict sites, Cockatoo Island is Sydney's largest island, located by ferry from Circular Quay...

The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research, community programs and exhibit...

In 1885 concerned British colonists thought an invasion from Russians was imminent. Bare Island Fort was built to protect "Sydney's back door"- Botany...

The Art Gallery of NSW is one of Australia's leading art museums.Explore five levels of art with extensive collections of Australian, Aboriginal,...

The State Library of NSW is a unique cultural institution with an amazing history and internationally renowned collection.Visit the Library and experi...

The Justice and Police Museum was originally the Water Police Court (1856), Water Police Station (1858) and Police Court (1886). Restored to their 189...

The State Theatre is without doubt a truly magnificent and unique building. The palatial interiors feature artworks and fixtures of rare significance....

Offering breathtaking views across Sydney Harbour, Sydney Observatory is Australia’s oldest observatory and one of the most significant sites in...

St Mary's Catholic Cathedral is the location of the oldest site of Catholic services in Australia. Catholic worship began on the site in 1821 and...

Ebenezer Church is Australia's oldest church, est. 1809 at Ebenezer, NSW. It was the first non-conformist then Presbyterian Church in Australia a...

Belgenny Farm is located in historic Camden Park Estate, famous home of agricultural pioneers Elizabeth and John Macarthur. Located only one hour from...

Carss Cottage Museum is set in a mid 19th century stone cottage, housing the Museum of Kogarah Historical Society. Changing displays depict the lifest...

The walking track around Bradleys Head provides an ideal opportunity to view the major Sydney icons such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Oper...

Dubbed the original Sydney lookout, due to its position as the highest viewing point in Sydney when the bridge opened, the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon...

Rose Seidler House, built between 1948 and 1950, is one of the most uncompromising modernist houses in Australia. Nestled in natural bushland, the hou...

The City of Sydney Community walking tour gives you a taste of Sydney’s diverse culture, from China Town to the Spanish Quarter. A heritage high...

Set on traditional Cammeraigal country, Taronga Zoo has many amazing Aboriginal stories to tell. Nura Diya, meaning "this country or camp", takes you ...

Located in Sydney Harbour, Fort Denison, also known as "Pinchgut", is one of Sydney's historic landmarks. When the First Fleet arrived in 1788, Fort...

The Sydney Tramway Museum provides a nostalgic and educational insight into the lifestyle of Sydneysiders during the 100 year period of tramway operat...

With spectacular views of the harbour, Sydney's much-loved Luna Park is a superbly restored 1930s amusement park where everyone goes... just for fun!T...

See all the latest movies in the opulent surrounds of the Ritz Theatre. The Ritz Cinema is steeped in rich history and tradition. Built in 1937 and no...

Don't just come for the show come for a great and total night out! Arrive early and savour a relaxing drink with friends before the show in the elegan...

St. John's Anglican Cathedral is a rather unusual church with twin spires. The site on which the church stands has been used continuously for a house...

A modern museum built on the historic site of the first Government House, built for Governor Phillip in 1788. The Museum of Sydney takes you on a jour...

Vaucluse House survives as one of Sydney's only nineteenth century harbourside estates with house, kitchen wing, stables and outbuildings and is ...

Customs House is built on the land of the traditional Indigenous owners, the Eora people, and is the site of the First Fleet landing. It is one of the...

A landmark in Newtown, St Stephen's has been the spiritual retreat of many in the district. Visit the church and grounds and discover why. No mat...

St Bede's Catholic Church in King Street, Appin was designed by Father Therry in 1837.Inspection of the stonework indicates that different trades...

The St Marks Church is situated in Church Street, Appin. Erection commencedon the church in 1840 and St Marks was consecrated in 1843.The stone walls ...

St Stephen's Uniting Church's is located within Sydney's political, financial, business and medical district on Macquarie Street. The c...

The Nepean District Historical Society currently operates from the old Arms of Australia Inn which has been equipped as a museum of local history for ...

Viewed from the surrounding parkland, the Railway Viaduct over Stonequarry Creek is a picturesque site. It was built of sandstone between 1863 and 186...

The Powerhouse Discovery Centre is the Powerhouse Museum's publicly-accessible, museum storage and collection care facility located in Castle Hil...

The Rocks Discovery Museum, housed in a restored 1850s sandstone warehouse, tells the story of The Rocks from pre-European days to the present. Home t...

Many countries have created museums from the houses of their famous authors.May Gibbs was the first to give Australian children a fantasy world of the...

Built between 1837 and 1845, for the Governor of New South Wales, Government House was the most sophisticated Gothic Revival building in the colony. T...

Designed by convict architect Francis Greenway, the Hyde Park Barracks housed 15,000 male convicts in government employment between 1819 and 1848. Lat...

Hyde Park is Australia's oldest park. Divided by Park Street, the southern section of Hyde Park contains the ANZAC Memorial building and visitor centr...

St Matthew's Anglican Church has quite rightly been called one of the most beautiful buildings in Australia. Designed by Francis Greenway, under ...

Experience Sydney Opera House - one of the world's most creative and busiest performing arts centres and greatest triumphs of modern architecture. Spe...

Situated on the spectacular Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo is an experience not to be missed. Located just 12 minutes from the city by ferry, Taronga Zoo...

The foundation stone of St Stephens Anglican Church was laid in 1837 with the first service held in the courthouse. St Stephens is the 14th oldest chu...

Built between 1835 and 1839, Elizabeth Bay House was known as 'the finest house in the colony'. Designed by the most fashionable and accompl...

If you are homesick for your local pub try the Players bar. With a 24 hour menu, TAB and gaming room facilities it is sure to fill the void. The bout...

Sydney's Q Station has fast become one of the city's most successful heritage sites, combining stylish accommodation with spectacular views ...

Visit Sydney's Oldest Rowing Club.Catch a 30 minute ferry from Circular Quay along the idyllic Parramatta River to the Abbotsford Wharf, home of the f...

Cropley House was established in 1926, it is the Hills District most prestigious wedding and function centre.This grand heritage building provides the...

The Strand Arcade is Sydney's epicentre of style and design. Named after London's smartest shopping street in the mid nineteenth century, th...