East Sydney

To appreciate the many textures of Sydney, pull on some comfortable shoes and explore surrounding areas like Milsons Point, Balmain, and Darlinghurst.

The Sydney Opera House, no doubt one of Sydney’s most popular attractions is just less than 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) away.

You’ll find many interesting cultural highlights in and around East Sydney. Visit some of the remarkable museums including Australian Museum, Customs House and Powerhouse Museum. To experience Sydney’s vibrant arts scene, book a show at one of the gorgeous performing arts institutes such as the Capitol Theatre in Haymarket, Theatre Royal and IMAX Sydney. There are a number of excellent art galleries to visit including the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Hang out with the kids at Luna Park in Milsons Point. Snap photos, walk past the many exhibits and learn about the variety of species at Sydney Aquarium and Wildlife Sydney.

Get your body moving in the great outdoors at the many picturesque places nearby. Relax and enjoy the fresh air. If you are up for a walk head to one of the local beaches, for example the Blackwattle Bay Park in Glebe. Rest a while and enjoy the sunshine in tranquil places such as the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Chinese Garden of Friendship.

To really get a feel for the area, visit some of the local sights such as Sydney Tower, the St Mary's Cathedral and Taylor Square. These spots are popular with locals and tourists alike. Lovers of history will enjoy spending a few hours at Fort Denison. Admire some of the places of worship such as the St. James Church. Relax in the calm atmosphere and gain an appreciation of the impotence of faith in East Sydney.

To stock up on supplies and buy some souvenirs, set out to visit The Intersection, the Westfield Shopping Centre and Harbourside.

At the end of a day seeing the sights around East Sydney, get a good nights sleep in one of the area’s popular bed-and-breakfasts, hotels or short-stay apartments. The Travelodge Hotel Sydney, the Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Darling Harbour and the Swissotel Sydney are among the most popular accommodation options here.