Sydney Tower Eye

For the most breathtaking 360° views of Sydney, a visit to the top of Sydney Tower should definitely be on your must do list

Along with the Opera House, Sydney Tower is one of Sydney's most legendary landmarks
Along with the Opera House, Sydney Tower is one of Sydney's most legendary landmarks cc licensed photo by David Chu

Your visit to the iconic Sydney Tower begins at the base of the tower with the included 4-D Cinema experience where you will enjoy an awesome film showing off Sydney in all its glory with special effects you can even feel. Afterwards you will be whisked to the top of the tower by one of three high-speed double decker elevators in about 40 seconds. From there you will enjoy breathtaking 360° vistas of Sydney and it's beautiful harbour.

Sydney Tower, also known as the Sydney Tower Eye, or simply Centrepoint Tower is the tallest structure in Sydney and ranks as the 2nd highest observation tower in the southern hemisphere! Located on top of Westfield Shopping Centre, construction of the tower commenced in 1975 and it was first opened to the public in 1981. The overall height is 1014 feet above ground which is 1073 feet above sea level. The enclosed observation deck offers visitors a spectacular panoramic view of Sydney from 820 feet above ground. If you purchase tickets in advance you can take part in a guided tour of the glass floor Skywalk, a 2002 addition to the tower, where you will enjoy an even more exhilarating experience from 879 feet up.

Your Sydney Tower Eye experience can also include dining with a view from either of two revolving restaurants, one featuring a full menu and the other offering a buffet.

Tip: You can save up to 50% on admission to the Sydney Tower by purchasing your tickets online in advance from there official website above.

Nearby attractions: Pitt Street Mall, Queen Victoria Building and Hyde Park

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Official Website: Sydney Tower Eye

Fee: From: $76.96 CAD...May vary slightly due to currency fluctuations

Sydney SKYWALK at Sydney Tower Eye Ticket

This breathtaking 60 minute experience is not for the faint hearted. Dressed in protective clothing and tethered by a safety harness you’ll see the glittering sights of Sydney from a whole new perspective. Feel the high altitude breeze on your face and listen to the commentary from your expert guide.Once you come down from the clouds the adventure continues with an included visit to the 4D Experience - a ground breaking 3D film with spectacular in-theater effects and a breathtaking fourth dimension that gives an amazing view of the city.And if you still want more you can continue to the Observation Deck to have a birds-eye view and pinpoint the local landmarks.

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From: $23.27 CAD...May vary slightly due to currency fluctuations

Sydney Tower Eye Ticket

View Sydney in all its breathtaking glory from Sydney Tower Eye and the Observation Deck. At 309 meters (1000 feet) the Observation Deck is the highest viewing platform in the city, and boasts 360-degree panoramic views across the skyline. State-of-the-art multilingual touchscreens and the high-powered binoculars provide an interactive introduction to some of Sydney's famous landmarks.

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Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website, especially where Covid restrictions are in effect.

  • Monday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thursday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Saturday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sunday: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm

Category: Observatories Landmarks & Historical Buildings

Address: Level 5
100 Market St
Sydney New South Wales 2000
Australia

Phone: +61 2 9333 9222

Reviews

Yelp Rating:
3 out of 5 3 Star Rating
Based on 96 Reviews.

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4 Star Rating The Sydney Tower Eye was a worthwhile experience, but nothing super special. I've been to taller towers lol. But I don't regret visiting the tower and going... Read More

Brian V. Feb-28-2020

2 Star Rating Closes too late for sunrise, too early for sunset. Very difficult to recommend to photographers looking to capture golden hour/ night photos of the city. A... Read More

Lachlan B. Oct-30-2021

3 Star Rating I can see why this place has mostly 3 star reviews... To begin it's not exactly the easiest place to find. The entrance is through the mall on the 4th... Read More

Michael C. Feb-01-2019

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Directions

Train Line Nearest Station Walking Time
T2, T3, or T8St. James2 minutes
Light Rail L2QVB3 minutes
L2, T1, T2, T3, or T4Town Hall6 minutes

How to get to Sydney Tower Eye by Train

By Train: Exit St. James Station onto Elizabeth Street and cross over and continue west on Market Street (2 minutes).

By Train: Exit Town Hall Station and walk north on George Street and right (east) on Market Street (6 minutes).

By Light Rail L2: Exit at QVB and walk north on George Street and right (east) on Market Street (3 minutes).

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A look at the amazing views from the Skywalk

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