The Rocks
Sydney





Popular places to visit

Circular Quay
Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.

Overseas Passenger Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Overseas Passenger Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Museum of Contemporary Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Campbell’s Storehouses
Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Campbell’s Storehouses. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site
Explore the great outdoors at Cadmans Cottage Historic Site, a lovely green space in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
The Rocks Markets
During your trip to Sydney, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Rocks Markets. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Things to do

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House

BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure
Top hotels in The Rocks

Shangri-La Sydney
I have aaked for an early check in during booking, they have not declined. Made me me to wait seven hours in the lobby before getting the room very bad customer service
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Beautiful location. Clean quiet rooms. Pool staff very friendly.? Would go back there again.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Sydney Harbour Hotel
The hotel is convenient to the cruise terminal, trains and ferries. There are also several cafes nearby. The hotel room showed its age. Duct tape held a section of carpet together.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Very convenient from the international terminal -- about a 5 minute walk. Smitty's Bar -- food and service were excellent. Easy walk back the next day to catch a shuttle to the domestic terminal. Room was al well appointed and quiet.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Room was clean, but the shower had some tiny spots of mold. Wasn’t sure how often the rooms were vacuumed. Beautiful views of Darling Harbor. Was able to watch the fireworks from our room. Would be nice if outlets were updated with usb-c charging ports.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Dirty, stinky, rude stuff. The gym was smelly and had no machines, just a couple of noisy treadmills and a few old dumbbells. Room was noisy and the view was terrible. Nothing to save here. Just stay away from this garbage.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Rocks

Sydney Central Business District
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.

Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

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

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.

Surry Hills
Travellers 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.

