Sydney - Darling Harbour and The Rocks

Sydney Aquarium

Located at Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour

This aquatic paradise is home to over 11,500 marine animals including sharks, rays, penguins, crocodiles, and platypus. There is also world's largest Great Barrier Reef display and a seal sanctuary.

Accessible by monorail to Darling Park Station and by ferry to Aquarium Wharf, opens daily 9am to 10pm.

From the aquarium can overlook the Harbourside Shopping Centre

The Seal Sanctuary

The Ferry going around Circular Quay, Darling Harbour.

The Rocks

Walking distance from the Circular Quay

The Rocks Discovery Museum

Located at Kendall Lane, The Rocks. Opens daily 10am to 5pm.

Housed inside a restored 1850s sandstone building this museum walks visitors through the story of The Rocks from the days when Aborigical people were the only inhabitants, right up to present.

Customs House

Located at Alfred Street, Circular Quay.

It is home to the flagship City of Sydney Library, as well as a treasured heritage building. The popular restaurant at the top of the building has a wonderful view of the harbour.

Government House

Located at Macquarie Street, City Centre

Constructed between 1837 and 1845, this Gothic Revival building houses state rooms and 19th century furnishings reflecting the changing tastes of the governors. Its historic garden overlooks the harbour.