North Sydney Travel Guide

Sydney

View point of Sydney harbour
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Panoramic aerial drone view of Sydney Harbour looking from Cremorne Point on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, NSW, Australia, with Sydney City in the background on a sunny day
The North shore of Sydney, Australia
North Sydney

North Sydney is a popular place for visitors to Sydney. It makes up part of a dynamic city that is home to 4,600,000 inhabitants. The centre of Sydney is only 2 miles (3 kilometres) away and Kingsford Smith International Airport is 7 miles (11 kilometres) to the southwest of North Sydney.

To get a real feel for the various sights, sounds and textures of Sydney, pull on some comfortable shoes and discover surrounding areas like Milsons Point, Circular Quay - The Rocks, and St. Leonards.

The Sydney Opera House, one of the most famous attractions in the country is only 1 mile (2 kilometres) to the south.

To really understand Sydney, head to one of its many cultural destinations. Visit some of the noteworthy artistic and historic collections including Customs House, Sydney Observatory and the Museum of Sydney. There are some interesting art galleries to visit including the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Allow plenty of time to visit the more famous sights in and around Sydney. History buffs will enjoy exploring Fort Denison.

If you love to shop, amble through the boutiques, stores and stalls at Australia Square and the Rocks Markets.

To really get to know North Sydney, consider staying at one of the area’s hotel or serviced apartment options. If you’re looking for a warm welcome and a good nights sleep check out the amenities at the Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, The Rocks, the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, and the popular Travelodge Wynyard.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in North Sydney

Meriton Suites North Sydney

Meriton Suites North Sydney

5 out of 5
80 Arthur Street North Sydney NSW
The price is £119 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
£119
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,351 reviews)
The dryer did not work. Didn’t notify the front desk because I was just wanting to dry a towel.

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites North Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is £175 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
£175
16 Apr - 17 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! (2,543 reviews)
Overall hotel is good location and views. Staff were friendly and helpful. The one disappointment was the club lounge. Have stayed there several times before and the offering in the club lounge appears to have declined. First night they ran out of wine glasses and options were limited. Also on checkout ...

Reviewed on 30 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 £103 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
£103
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (3,075 reviews)
Great location ... 100 meters to the airport

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is £156 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£156
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! (1,963 reviews)
Fabulous breakfast buffet, excellent choice of many food varieties.

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is £198 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£198
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,139 reviews)
Grealy location. Walkable to all areas, opera house, ferries, restaurants, etc. Great staff and wonderful rooms.

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is £76 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
£76
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,640 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The bed was comfortable, the shower was hot and had a good spray. The room was clean. The room also had a kitchen and washer and dryer, handy for longer stays. Great location close to Darling Harbour and Town Hall.

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around North Sydney

The Rocks

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
Mosman

Mosman

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Balmoral Beach or Taronga Zoo.

Mosman
Sydney Central Business District

Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(345 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

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 Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
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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.

Chatswood
Pyrmont

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.

Pyrmont


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