Milsons Point Travel Guide

Sydney

Milsons Point
Luna Park showing street scenes, a skyscraper and signage
Luna Park featuring street scenes and rides
Luna Park featuring rides
Luna Park featuring night scenes and rides

Situated at the foot of Sydney Harbour Bridge is an attractive suburb that charms with its waterfront setting, stunning views and theme park rides.

Waterfront restaurants, an amusement park and concert hall, not to mention superb views of the bridge and harbour, make Milsons Point a must-see Sydney destination. Experience traditional and modern theme park rides, watch top musical acts perform and swim in an open-air pool under the shade of the famous bridge. The popular suburb is also a favourite spot to enjoy the city’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display.

One of the most popular draws at Milsons Point is Luna Park. This vintage theme park has been here since 1935 and retains many of its original attractions. Enter the fun hall and take a trip down memory lane as you play old-fashioned slot machines and walk by the distorting mirrors. Ride the Ferris wheel for superb views of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Daredevils will enjoy some of the more modern adrenalin rides. Book tickets for a concert at the Big Top, the amusement park's performance venue.

Next door to the park is the North Sydney Olympic Pool. Go for a swim in the open-air pool, which is tucked under the bridge and overlooks the harbour.

If you are in Sydney on New Year’s Eve, come to Milsons Point for an excellent vantage point to watch the fireworks display. Even if you can’t make it to the spectacular event, visit for the close-up views of the bridge’s huge iron girders.

Round off your day with a meal in one of the area’s restaurants and then walk back along the waterfront. Take in views of the illuminated bridge and the lights of south Sydney reflected on the water.

Milsons Point is located on the north side of Sydney Harbour, 3 kilometres (2 miles) from the central business district. It is well served by train, road and ferry links. For accommodation, the suburb can prove a good and sometimes cheaper option for those looking to base themselves near central Sydney.


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Top hotels in Milsons Point

Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.597.505 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp2.597.505
Rp2.857.256 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,299 reviews)
"Great location, hotel, staff. We were I’ll stay again"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is Rp2.607.197 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
Rp2.607.197
Rp2.867.917 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,742 reviews)
"Great Service Fantastic Location Great Showers"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is Rp3.151.867 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp3.151.867
Rp3.467.054 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,833 reviews)
"I love the location and the view. The breakfast is pretty good. So is the room service."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is Rp2.216.117 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp2.216.117
Rp2.437.729 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,818 reviews)
"Great location for early flights."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is Rp3.101.499 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
Rp3.101.499
Rp3.411.649 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,433 reviews)
"The ambience and the quietness of the surrounding"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is Rp2.774.843 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.774.843
Rp3.052.359 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,148 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to train station, darling harbour, IMAX theatre and main shoppong area in QVB and town hall."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Milsons Point

Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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.

The Rocks
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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 ISKCON Sydney (Hare Krishna Temple) might round out your trip.

North Sydney
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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(343 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(93 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.

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Darlinghurst

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

Darlinghurst

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