Must See Sights and Landmarks in Manly Area

"Sydney’s tallest structure and the second tallest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere is also a great spot to take kids. The Sydney Tower Eye – which you might hear locals call Centrepoint Tower, AMP Tower, Westfield Centrepoint Tower or Sydney Skytower rises 309m in the sky, giving visitors a birds-eye view over Sydney. Little ones will enjoy peering out of of the telescopes on the enclosed Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck while older visitors can step outside as part of the SKYWALK experience (an additional cost)."

"Sydney’s tallest building since 1981, Sydney Tower Eye is an iconic piece of the city’s skyline. At 309 meters (1,014 feet) above the city streets, the tower’s observation deck is one of the tallest in the Southern Hemisphere, second only to Auckland Tower. Visitors can enjoy the enclosed observation deck or take a walk on the wild side with the Skywalk, an open-air, glass-floored boardwalk that circles the walls of the tower and provides staggering views of the city below."

"On the final day, travel up to the top viewing platform of Sydney Tower Eye for the best views of the city – from its perch high above the skyline, you’ll be able to see aerial views of many of the places you’ve already visited from an entirely different vantage point! Suggested Post: Sydney SEA LIFE Aquarium Review"

"To tick off the “touristy” bucket list, we spent the day walking from our hotel to Hyde Park, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Royal Botanic Gardens, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, Harbor Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbor – meaning 5 hours on foot, before finally taking the bus to Wildlife Zoo, then finally to Bondi for the winter beach experience. The streets of Sydney are mostly sloped terrains, letting us burn more calories. With everything that fancied my eyes, I never felt tired actually, until we got back to our hotel."

"A Sydney landmark, St Mary’s Cathedral is located in the CBD opposite Hyde Park. Mass services are held throughout the week with visitors welcome to attend. When services are not being held, visitors can take the opportunity to wander through the iconic building, sit and enjoy the serene atmosphere or view the Cathedral Crypt."

"St Mary’s Road Sydney, Sydney New South Wales 2000 Australia. This is a beautiful Catholic cathedral located right next to Hyde park. The architecture is just amazing."

"Since before Federation, Sydney’s Great Synagogue has served the city’s Jewish community and is the earliest surviving synagogue still in use. Combining Gothic architecture was the Eastern inflection of Byzantine Revival, the Great Synagogue is a one-of-a-kind building. Did you know: There were 8 Jewish convicts on the first fleet"

"166 Castlereagh St. Sydney, Sydney New South Wales 2000 Australia. The Great Synagogue is – Great. Positioned in the heart of the city on Elizabeth Street, next door a karaoke bar you will find the magnificent Great… read more »"

"Parliament House in Sydney makes up the collection of buildings of the Parliament of NSW. Located on Macquarie Street, it is one of the key attractions of this iconic street. Sydney’s Parliament House stands out..."

"Tucked away in The Rocks’ oldest laneway, The Fine Food Store is a hidden gem and a bit of a local secret, beloved by its neighbours for over a decade. From cold-brewed to single origin espresso, The Fine Food Store prides itself on quality at every step, from sourcing and green bean buying to roasting and brewing. All of the coffee here is roasted in-house, and with a rotating menu of single-origin brews, every day is different."

"Kendall Lane is the oldest alleyway in the Rocks, and it provides the atmospheric settings for one of Sydney’s best brunch spots. Everyone can find a dish they’ll love on the Fine Food Store’s lengthy menu – there’s a long list of breakfast classics to enjoy until midday on weekdays and 3pm on weekends, plus a stack of tasty wraps and sandwiches available in the afternoon."

"Shop 9, The Rocks Centre, corner Mill and Kendall lanes, The Rocks. Shop 9, The Rocks Centre, corner Mill and Kendall lanes, The Rocks. Situated in the oldest laneway in The Rocks, The Fine Food Store is one to go searching for."

"At the more casual end of Sydney’s nightclub spectrum is this Surry Hills favorite, which pumps out daggy old-school tunes that the bouncing dance floor adores. Past Soda Factory’s kitschy American diner-style entrance lies an inviting, unpretentious industrial space that serves affordable cocktails and great classic hits, two ingredients that are always conducive to a heaving dance floor and a cracking night out."

"The entrance to The Soda Factory is hidden behind a Coke vending machine – and it would actually be a secret were it not for the queues out front every weekend night. The reason people are waiting probably has something to do with the $15 happy-hour cocktails and the affordable American diner fare. Add in regular DJ sets, and this spot can break out into a throbbing dance floor at any moment."

"What you're looking for is a kitschy neon sign reading 'Bobby’s Boss Dogs'. Bobby’s draws the comparison to New York's Crif Dogs, the entrance to clandestine East Village cocktail lounge PDT. Pull on the handle of the Coke Machine and you're inside The Soda Factory — a dimly lit industrial expanse lined with inviting booths and comfy mid-century sofas."

"This family orientated museum helps you to piece together the history of Sydney's oldest neighbourhood. Located in a historical 1850's warehouse, its 3 floors take you back in time to pre-European days before gradually bringing you back up to date as you go through the Colony exhibition which covers 1788-1820, then the Port exhibition 1820-1900, and finally the Transformations exhibitions which covers the history from 1900 to the present day...."

"The Rocks Discovery Museum is open every day from 10.00 am – 5.00 pm and is located in a three-storey high restored 1850s sandstone warehouse in The Rocks. It is free to enter and walks you through the history of the are from pre-European occupation through to modern times. It is a great little pit stop if you are exploring the area."

"This small but exciting collection is enhanced by a treasure hunt worksheet for kids. They also run school holiday activities. Outside of holidays, a visit will keep you busy for about 30 minutes."

"Dog-friendly Rouse Hill Regional Park is great for a picnic or barbecue. There is a lot to do; head to the playground, go bike riding, or take a stroll down to Second Ponds Creek."

"Did we missed your favourite coffee shop or mid day caffeine hideout?. Let us know in the comments below, we will add the most popular suggestion to the list. Planning to hop onto a plane and visiting coffee shops around the globe?"

"Get freshly baked croissants, sourdough sandwiches, baguettes, breakfast scrolls as well as order a selection of groceries and wines to take home from District Brasserie’s District Brasserie’s in-house Bakery and Espresso Bar. 📍District Brasserie, 2 Chifley Square, Sydney NSW 2000"