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Provided by: Destination NSW
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Sydney Harbour Cruise
The guide was updated:The magnificent harbour is one of Sydney’s greatest assets. For splendid views, take a cruise and enjoy one of the world's most beautiful natural harbours. There are dozens of cruises to choose from, starting with the famous Captain Cook lunch or dinner cruises. Public ferries depart from Circular Quay, or you can take a Tall Ship from The Rocks, a whale-watching cruise from Darling Harbour, or sail aboard a catamaran from Rose Bay.
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- Address: Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Rose Bay
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Beautiful against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour, the World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House is a thriving hub of art, culture, and history.
As "one of the indisputable masterpieces of human creativity, not only in the 20th Century but in the history of humankind," according to a World Heritage report, it attracts millions of visitors from all over the world each year.
Experience all the Sydney Opera House has to offer by taking a guided tour, watching a show, and enjoying a cocktail at Opera Bar at sunset or delicious food in the acclaimed Bennelong Restaurant.
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BridgeClimb
One of the most exciting ways to experience the Sydney Harbour Bridge is to climb to the top of it. Exhilarating and utterly unforgettable, BridgeClimb gives you the opportunity to walk to the summit of the bridge and enjoy one of the world's most spectacular views, 134 metres (440ft) above the water.
Standing above Sydney Harbour — on the world's largest (but not longest) steel arch bridge — gives an incredible panoramic vantage point of the city, its harbour and waterways, and the dynamic lifestyle it affords locals and visitors alike.
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Sydney Harbour Cruise
The magnificent harbour is one of Sydney’s greatest assets. For splendid views, take a cruise and enjoy one of the world's most beautiful natural harbours. There are dozens of cruises to choose from, starting with the famous Captain Cook lunch or dinner cruises. Public ferries depart from Circular Quay, or you can take a Tall Ship from The Rocks, a whale-watching cruise from Darling Harbour, or sail aboard a catamaran from Rose Bay.
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium in Darling Harbour is one of the world's largest aquariums, with 650 species and 12,000 animals in six million litres of water. It has two of only five dugongs on display in the world. Go on a journey of amazing discovery through the Tropical Bay of Rays, Discovery Rockpool, Mangrove Swamps, South Coast Shipwreck, Dugong Island, Shark Walk and the stunning ocean tunnel walk through Shark Valley.
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Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo is a delightful ferry ride across the harbour from Circular Quay. With spectacular harbour views, the award-winning zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals. Kangaroos, koalas, platypus, wombats, wallabies, emus and crocodiles live side by side with gorillas, tigers, snow leopards, bears, chimps, giraffes, zebras and elephants in this zoological garden. The zoo is a must-do for families and people of all ages. Don't miss the amazing bird and seal shows.
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WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Experience an outback animal adventure right in the centre of the city. Walk through different Australian habitats and encounter some of the most loved, feared and unique native animals. Meet the huge crocodile called Rex, say hello to kangaroos, wallabies and emus, encounter cuddly koalas, beautiful butterflies and more! WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo features interactive displays, and daily keeper talks. You can even fly above Rex on the WILD Flight zip-line.
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Art Gallery of New South Wales
Established in 1871, the Art Gallery of NSW showcases fine Australian and international modern and contemporary works in expansive, light-filled spaces. The Grand Courts are home to a collection of colonial Australian works and European old masters, while dedicated galleries celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artwork and Asian collections. Regular guided tours are offered in Japanese, Mandarin, Cantonese and Korean.
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Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
The MCA is on the edge of Sydney Harbour and is Australia's leading museum dedicated to contemporary art from across Australia and around the world. In the historic Rocks, the MCA has a steady stream of exhibitions and events are hosted throughout the year. From established artists to new work by emerging artists in painting, sculpture, video, installation and more, there's something to inspire everyone at the MCA. And there are harbour vistas from the rooftop cafe.
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Sydney Tower Eye
Sydney Tower Eye takes you to the highest point above Sydney for breathtaking 360-degree views of the beautiful harbour city, from white sandy beaches and Pacific Ocean horizon to the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains.
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Sydney Harbour Tall Ships
Step back in time aboard an historic Tall Ship, in the tradition of those sailors who first sailed into Sydney Harbour back in 1788. These restored antique ships come complete with a crew of old salts — your hosts for the day. You are welcome to get involved and help hoist the sails, take a turn steering the ship or simply sit back and relax. For exhilaration and awe-inspiring views, you can scale a mast in the Mast Climb experience.
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Luna Park
Enjoy all the fun of Luna Park, an amusement park on the edge of Sydney Harbour. It was originally built in the 1930s and rides include the fabulous Ferris Wheel, the Tango Train, the Giant Slide, the Space Shuttle and the Big Dipper rollercoaster. There are side shows — the Laughing Clowns, Crazy Crooners and Goin’ Fishin’ — complete with classic carnival prizes. Treat yourself with hot dogs, fairy floss and fish 'n chips. This iconic landmark is on the State Heritage Register, and has been a family favourite for generations of Australians.
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Sydney Fish Market
Sydney Fish Market at Pyrmont is one of the largest fish markets in the world. Business begins at 5:30am, when seafood buyers arrive to vie for the best of the day's catch — 2,700 crates of fresh seafood. Buy something for the barbecue, or enjoy lunch on the wharf overlooking the water. You can also reserve a behind the scenes tour to see all the action or join a seafood cookery class hosted by one of Australia's leading chefs.
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Madame Tussauds Sydney
Get up close and personal with over 75 of the world's most iconic celebrities and Australia's very own stars. Celebrities on display include Lady Gaga, Leonardo Di Caprio, Justin Bieber, Kylie Minogue, Michael Hutchence, Jimmy Barnes, Mark Webber, Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie and many more, along with fascinating facts on every star. Walk along the red carpet and revel in the unique atmosphere of glamour, fame and history at Madame Tussauds Sydney and go on an interactive star-studded journey through the world of music, sport, culture, film and much more.
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