Sydney Circular Quay: What to Do When Your Ship Docks
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The Best Cruise Port Location in the World
Circular Quay is arguably the best-located cruise terminal on earth. Step off your ship between the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, with The Rocks historic district behind you. Everything is walkable.
What to Do
Sydney Opera House — Walk around for free or book a tour (about 43 AUD). Even more impressive up close.
The Rocks — Sydney's oldest neighborhood. Cobblestone lanes, historic pubs, and weekend markets.
Sydney Harbour Bridge — Walk across for free. The BridgeClimb (from 198 AUD) is spectacular but expensive.
Royal Botanic Garden — Free entry. Beautiful gardens with harbor views.
Ferry to Manly Beach — 30-minute ferry ride to one of Sydney's best beaches. The ride itself is a highlight.
Eating Near Circular Quay
The Rocks has the best food near the port. Try Australian meat pies, fish and chips, or a flat white coffee. Lucy helps with the multicultural food scene — there are excellent Vietnamese, Thai, and Chinese restaurants in the CBD.