Circular Quay

Geographical district
★ 4.8 (93K+ reviews) • 281K+ booked
Circular Quay is the lively center of Sydney, between two of Australia's iconic landmarks: the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Known for its main ferry terminal, it's the best starting point to see the city's amazing attractions. You can begin your adventure by hopping on a ferry to exciting places like Watsons Bay or Taronga Zoo for a fun day out. As you explore, don't forget to take a walk to the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. The museum showcases amazing art from both Australian and international artists. If you're seeking some excitement, hop on a Thunder Jet Boat for a speedy tour of Sydney Harbour. It's a thrilling ride that you'll remember for a long time. When you need a break, head over to the Opera Bar. It's a great spot to relax with a drink and enjoy stunning views of the harbor. With so much to see and do, Circular Quay brings together culture, history, and stunning scenery, making it a must-visit destination in Australia.
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Circular Quay, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

The best of Circular Quay

Bucket-list experiences

Hop On Hop Off Cruise from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour
Cruises • Sydney (From Sydney)

Hop On Hop Off Cruise from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour

English guide
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
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★ 4.4 (81) • 1K+ booked
From AUD 42.00
Sydney Premium Harbour Sightseeing Experience by Captain Cook
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Sydney Premium Harbour Sightseeing Experience by Captain Cook

English guide
Afternoon departure
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.4 (21) • 700+ booked
From AUD 69.00
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or Lunch
Outdoor & sports activities • Sydney

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or Lunch

English guide
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.2 (62) • 1K+ booked
AUD 99.00
Boxing Day on the Lady Northcott "Wirawi"
Water activities • Sydney

Boxing Day on the Lady Northcott "Wirawi"

English guide
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
AUD 145.00
Ultimate Small-Group Blue Mountains Tour from Sydney
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Ultimate Small-Group Blue Mountains Tour from Sydney

English guide
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.9 (48) • 800+ booked
AUD 250.00
1hr Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Klook's choice
Cruises • Sydney (From Sydney)

1hr Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

English guide
Free cancellation
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★ 4.5 (156) • 10K+ booked
AUD 32.00
Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach Half-Day Tour
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach Half-Day Tour

English guide
Free cancellation
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★ 5.0 (2)
AUD 65.00
Taronga Zoo Ferry and Entry Tickets
Zoos & aquariums • Sydney

Taronga Zoo Ferry and Entry Tickets

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★ 4.7 (698) • 10K+ booked
AUD 75.00
Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruise with Fantasea Cruising
Cruises • Sydney (From Sydney)

Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruise with Fantasea Cruising

Seasonal
English guide
Free cancellation
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★ 4.1 (12) • 400+ booked
AUD 59.00
Harbour Sights Running Tour in Sydney
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Harbour Sights Running Tour in Sydney

English guide
Free cancellation
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AUD 87.00
2-Hour Whale Watching Sydney Harbour Cruise
Outdoor & sports activities • Sydney

2-Hour Whale Watching Sydney Harbour Cruise

Seasonal
English guide
Morning departure
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.4 (258) • 8K+ booked
AUD 85.00
2.5-Hour Whale Watching Discovery Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Outdoor & sports activities • Sydney

2.5-Hour Whale Watching Discovery Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Seasonal
English guide
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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★ 3.8 (42) • 1K+ booked
AUD 85.00

Make it a getaway

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
Hotels • Sydney

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

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★ 4.5 (1,004)
From AUD 315.27
Sir Stamford At Circular Quay
Hotels • Sydney

Sir Stamford At Circular Quay

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★ 4.5 (1,007)
From AUD 279.69
Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG
Hotels • Sydney

Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG

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★ 4.6 (178)
From AUD 226.87
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Hotels • Sydney

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

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★ 4.4 (2,228)
From AUD 296.53
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
Hotels • Sydney

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

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★ 4.3 (331)
From AUD 111.81
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
Hotels • Sydney

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

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★ 4.4 (1,463)
From AUD 224.78
ibis Styles Sydney Central
Hotels • Sydney

ibis Styles Sydney Central

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★ 4.6 (928)
From AUD 152.87
ibis budget Sydney East
Hotels • Sydney

ibis budget Sydney East

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★ 3.9 (1,009)
From AUD 118.82
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Hotels • Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

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★ 4.7 (1,599)
From AUD 337.93
Hotel Hacienda
Hotels • Sydney

Hotel Hacienda

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★ 3.5 (994)
From AUD 109.73
The Occidental Hotel
Hotels • Sydney

The Occidental Hotel

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★ 3.8 (627)
From AUD 133.89
Kith Hotel
Hotels • Sydney

Kith Hotel

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★ 4.3 (329)
From AUD 148.27

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Cinderella at the Sydney Opera House
Events & shows • Sydney

Cinderella at the Sydney Opera House

Free cancellation
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50+ booked
From AUD 140.00
Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House
Events & shows • Sydney

Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House

Free cancellation
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★ 4.6 (102) • 2K+ booked
From AUD 79.00
Guys & Dolls Opera on Sydney Harbour
Events & shows • Sydney

Guys & Dolls Opera on Sydney Harbour

Free cancellation
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★ 4.9 (7) • 200+ booked
From AUD 118.00
SkyFeast at Sydney Tower (previously Sydney Tower Buffet)
Food & dining • Sydney

SkyFeast at Sydney Tower (previously Sydney Tower Buffet)

Seasonal
Free cancellation
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★ 4.2 (1,338) • 20K+ booked
From AUD 90.00
Sydney Tower Infinity Bar and Dining  [Previously 360 Bar and Dining]
Food & dining • Sydney

Sydney Tower Infinity Bar and Dining [Previously 360 Bar and Dining]

Free cancellation
★ 4.6 (73) • 1K+ booked
From AUD 115.00
Esquire Drink and Dine at Queen Victoria Building
Food & dining • Sydney

Esquire Drink and Dine at Queen Victoria Building

Free cancellation
★ 4.8 (5) • 200+ booked
AUD 65.00
[Combo] Morning Sydney Sights Tour and Harbour Lunch Cruise
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

[Combo] Morning Sydney Sights Tour and Harbour Lunch Cruise

English guide
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
AUD 246.00
Sydney City, Watsons Bay and Bondi Private Tour
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Sydney City, Watsons Bay and Bondi Private Tour

English guide
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
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AUD 800.00
Sydney Highlights Bicycle Tour
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Sydney Highlights Bicycle Tour

English guide
Free cancellation
★ 4.7 (3)
AUD 119.00
Kiama Blowhole, Sea Cliff Bridge, Beaches and Farmlands
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Kiama Blowhole, Sea Cliff Bridge, Beaches and Farmlands

English guide
Private tour
Small group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.9 (17) • 100+ booked
From AUD 282.00
Blue Mountains and Zoo Day Tour with Chinese Speaking Guide
Tours • Sydney (From Sydney)

Blue Mountains and Zoo Day Tour with Chinese Speaking Guide

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.8 (82) • 1K+ booked
AUD 179.00

Why people love Circular Quay

4.8 /5
93K+ reviews
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Mariegold *********
Yesterday
It was nice riding the ferry for a 1 hour cruise around the harbour. Although it was super hot that day at 40 degrees - there’s plenty of room inside the air conditioned parts of the ferry so it was nice and we didn’t feel the need to just stay outside where it was scorching. Tour guide was very friendly as well as all the staff of the boat.
2+
Sean *****
Yesterday
Super happy with the meal, service and decor. Such a lovely atmosphere and such a unique experience dining above the clouds with 360 degree views of the entire city! Food was great, however deducted one star simply for variety, I feel especially the dessert bar could have something a little more interesting on offer; however, saying that, everything on offer had lovely flavours and was gorgeously presented.
黃 **
2 days ago
This was the most fun event we attended in Sydney. The tour guide was very funny, the scenery was beautiful, and I gained a lot of memories and knowledge. I would highly recommend it to friends who are visiting Sydney for the first time.
Klook 用戶
2 days ago
It only takes ten minutes to get to Taronga Zoo. Sitting on the second floor, you can clearly see the Sydney Opera House and the bridge. It is very nice to take pictures when the weather is good.
2+
Klook 用戶
2 days ago
The zoo is huge and might take 2-3 hours to explore. It is difficult to see giraffes in the afternoon because it is too hot. You may need to arrive earlier in the morning to see them. The distance to the animals is also very close, and the most interesting thing is that there are reptiles such as snakes and lizards. I recommend everyone to go there.
2+
Klook User
4 days ago
Superb views, well worth the visit. It also includes a very nice photo framed.
2+
Aishwarya ***********
4 days ago
Amazing way to wind down, watching the sunset at the harbour. Best vibes, with two guides who are super caring and friendly.
Everardo *******************
6 days ago
great experience and amazing view of Sydney. super quick and easy to book and use the voucher. highly recommend

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Things to do at Circular Quay

Take a Ferry Ride

Climb aboard a ferry at Circular Quay, Sydney's main ferry terminal, and set off on an adventure across the beautiful waters of Sydney Harbour. You can visit amazing places like Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, or Manly Beach. While on the water, take in the stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. It's a fantastic way to see the city from a new angle and enjoy a fun day out.

Check Out the Museum of Contemporary Art

Explore the world of modern art at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, located right by Circular Quay. The museum showcases exciting exhibits from both Australian and international artists. The building itself is impressive, and you can enjoy awesome views of the harbor from its rooftop café.

Walk Through the Royal Botanic Gardens

Enjoy a peaceful walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens, just a short stroll from Circular Quay. The gardens are full of beautiful plants and have paths with sweeping views of the harbor. It's perfect for relaxing, having a picnic, or simply enjoying the lush scenery. Also, don't miss the path along Macquarie Street which provides breathtaking views of the coast.

Ride the Thunder Jet Boat

If you're looking for excitement, hop on a Thunder Jet Boat at Circular Quay for an exhilarating ride across Sydney Harbour. Get ready for thrilling spins and splashes as the boat zips through the waves.

Chill at Opera Bar

Finish your day by relaxing at the Opera Bar, which offers fantastic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. With plenty of drinks to choose from and tasty snacks, it's the perfect place to unwind and take in the Sydney skyline as the sun sets.

Must-see attractions near Circular Quay

Sydney Opera House

You can't visit Circular Quay without stopping by the Sydney Opera House. This world-famous building is a masterpiece of architecture. You can join a tour to learn about its design and history or just admire the views and explore the area

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Don't miss the chance to walk or bike across the Sydney Harbour Bridge for some of the best views of the city. For a bigger thrill, you can join a BridgeClimb tour to reach the top and see Sydney from above.

The Rocks

Discover The Rocks, one of Sydney's oldest neighborhoods, located near Circular Quay. With its cobblestone streets and historic buildings, it's full of history and charm. Enjoy its cozy restaurants and shops, and check out the lively weekend markets for local crafts.