Darling Harbour

Sydney

Darling Harbour which includes a city, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Darling Harbour showing a city, modern architecture and city views
Darling Harbour showing a bay or harbor
Darling Harbour featuring skyline, a city and a marina
Darling Harbour featuring a city, city views and signage
Once the site of disused railway yards and dilapidated wharves, one of Sydney’s greatest urban renewal projects has breathed life into this location once more.

In days gone by, the historic Darling Harbour site in Sydney played an important role the industrial generation of the cityscape. Today, as an urban renewal project, it is part of what defines new Sydney, with its collection of intriguing museums, fashionable eateries and chic boutiques attracting local residents and tourists alike.

The Darling Harbour area is perhaps best known for the popular Australian National Maritime Museum, the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium and Wild Life Sydney Zoo. This is a real tourist hub thanks to its wealth of exciting attractions all located in one area. Visitors can enlist the help of friendly and helpful guides who are on hand to answer questions, book tickets and plan activities at the modern Visitor Centre.

At the National Maritime Museum you can find out all about Australia’s intrinsic relationship with the sea. From vivid recreations of the historic journeys undertaken by the pioneering explorers that discovered Australia, to the opportunity to explore a decommissioned naval submarine, the National Maritime Museum provides a fascinating and interactive insight into every aspect of life at sea.

Children will love to visit the Wild Life Sydney Zoo, which houses more than 6000 animals native to Australia, and provides a perfect opportunity to get up close to some of the creatures including iconic koala bears and kangaroos. This is great fun and entertainment for families and for animal lovers of all ages.

Darling Harbour also boasts one of the only Chinese gardens erected outside of Asia: the unique Chinese Garden of Friendship. This garden was lovingly constructed by the local Chinese community during Australia’s bicentennial celebrations in 1988.

At night, the Darling Harbour comes alive with a variety of entertainment. Hear one of the world-class musical productions that run all year round at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. If you’re feeling lucky, try your hand at roulette at the Star City Casino. Harbour cruises are another great way to see the sights, or spend a romantic evening over a candlelit dinner in one of the waterfront restaurants, complete with breath-taking views over the ocean.


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Top hotels in Darling Harbour

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is P6,844 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P6,844
P7,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,943 reviews)
Needs TLC
"Great location but needs TLC. Our room had lots of scuffs on the walls the design of the family room is a little odd being the double is in the room which is closed off. Kids should be in there so they don’t have access to doors etc. Spa wasn’t working whole time of our stay with missing tiles around ..."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is P8,741 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P8,741
P9,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)
"The location on Darling Harbor is excellent! There are many, many restaurants all around the harbor, and all around Wentworth Park. Just a few blocks the other direction you have the shopping around the Queen Victoria Building. Do yourself a favor and get a harbor view room!"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
4.5 out of 5
150 Day St, Sydney, NSW
The price is P8,451 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P8,451
P9,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,492 reviews)
",room service was good but the meals were cold on arrival. Checkin was efficient and friendly."

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
W Sydney
W Sydney
5 out of 5
31 Wheat Road, Sydney, NSW
The price is P11,085 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P11,085
P12,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
Beautiful Property, but not comfy
"It's a chic luxury hotel in a convenient central location, with a wonderous design concept. The employees are above and beyond helpful, kind, and genuine. The hospitality is truly world class. And the breakfast is everything! Avocado toast, espresso drinks, and an international variety. On the down ..."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

W Sydney
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour
3.5 out of 5
70 Murray Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is P4,872 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P4,872
P5,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient for our stay and either a walk or a ferry ride to circular quay to other central items."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

ibis Sydney Darling Harbour
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
4.5 out of 5
100 Murray Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is P7,161 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P7,161
P7,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,111 reviews)
"Fantastic location, so close to Darling Harbour and easy walk to Pitt Street mall. Very very close to tram which was great as it was raining for majority of our stay. Rooms were spotless and beds very comfortable with different softness pillows. Rooms were sound proof it seems as didn’t hear any ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
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Other neighbourhoods around Darling Harbour

Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Enjoy the captivating waterfront views in Pyrmont. Sydney Fish Market is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more of Sydney.

Pyrmont
Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city

Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(13 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
Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

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
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travelers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills
Darlinghurst showing a city

Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to William Street and Stanley Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst


Darling Harbour