East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
The Classic shot of the opera house and harbour bridge from Mrs Macquaries's Chair just after sunset. #architecture
To see the famous sights of Sydney from the water without a hefty price tag, hop on the ferry to Manly Beach. It travels past Sydney's most iconic locations and is a fraction of the cost of a 'proper' cruise. www.cheskiesgaplife.com/local-tips-72-hours-sydney
At the moment and until June 8, Sydney is putting on the ritz with their annual light festival, Vivid. Every night from 6pm until midnight the city comes alive with a cacophony of light installations and interactive activities. Rug up, wear your walking shoes and have a fabulous time. #vividsydney #vividcanon #fssydney #goldenhour #colourful #stunningstructures

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo featuring a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is Rp3.461.256 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
Rp3.461.256
Rp3.807.382 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,564 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is Rp2.909.618 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
Rp2.909.618
Rp3.200.580 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,073 reviews)
Staff were a bit rude and robotic. Otherwise fine for an airport hotel

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is Rp2.931.467 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.931.467
Rp3.224.614 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,948 reviews)
Hassle free Very clean and tidy

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,424 reviews)
Very slightly old fashioned. Excellent pool. Very good area to stay in

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (942 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,602 reviews)
Excellent location, the receptionist name hone was helpful and professional.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
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3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice hotel, friendly staff. Clean room with big double bed and good sized ensuite. I stayed here for 12 nights. My only reservation would be the road noise which made it difficult to sleep most nights.

3/5 - Okay

Studebaker

Darlinghurst is a good 40 minute walk to the Circular Quays where most things for us happened from. If you venture around some of the neighbouring streets they are much quieter and the period architecture was fascinating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Blue Mountains at Katoomba was an excellent trip with a two hour train journey from Central Station, and of course travelling in all the ferrys

Cities near East Sydney

Sydney

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