Doonside Travel Guide
Sydney
Popular places to visit
Featherdale Wildlife Park
See the exotic and native animals who live at Featherdale Wildlife Park during your travels in Sydney. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Sydney Opera House
One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.
Circular Quay
Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
An iconic structure on a beautiful harbour with breath-taking views at any time of day or night. Climb it, walk it, photograph it or just stand back and admire it.
International Convention Centre Sydney
During your trip, find out what's happening in International Convention Centre Sydney, a top convention centre in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Taronga Zoo
This world-renowned zoo is cherished for its Sydney Harbour views and its residents.
Things to do
Blue Mountains Day Tour – Scenic World & Zoo
Small Group: Blue Mountains with Zoo, Koala Photo & Scenic World
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour with Lunch, Zoo and Scenic World
Sydney Blue Mountains Day Tour with Wildlife Park and Waterfalls
Exclusive Blue Mountains Wildlife and Bushwalk Tour From Sydney
Top hotels in Doonside
Rydges Camperdown
Really good location and big rooms and affordable
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Riverwood Hotel
Worth the price, it was very clean. Bathroom is seperate and shared. Pub is there to enjoy drinks, play pool and pokies.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
PARKROYAL Parramatta
Was good
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Quest Macquarie Park
Good staff clean and comfortable room, only issue there was a faulty dryer meaning I had to return with a bag of wet clothes
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hunts Hotel Liverpool
Not worth the money old cheap furniture bed from 80s feel every lump lounge from 70s more like 2star 100 a night place still cleanish and safe if had to stay in that area
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Select Inn Ryde
The property is clean and presentable, ideal for a short stay. Staff are personable and friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Doonside
Parramatta
Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and CommBank Stadium while you're in town.
Penrith
Unique features of Penrith include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Westfield Penrith Shopping Centre or Panthers World of Entertainment while you're exploring the area.
Sydney Olympic Park
Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.
Chatswood
Travellers come to Chatswood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Chatswood Interchange and Westfield Chatswood Mall while you're in town.
Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre 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.
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 Port Jackson Bay might round out your trip.
