Which are the Best Sightseeing Sydney Spots?

Sydney is the largest and the most populous city in Australia and it is New South Wales’ state capital. The city had a June 2010 population of about 4.6 million people in the greater metropolitan area. The city was established in 1788 and it therefore follows that it has a rich history and many monuments and other attractions to boot. One of the top attractions in the city is the Sydney Opera House. The opera house is the most distinctive building in the city with its shell-like roof. The sightseeing Sydney spot was designed as a venue for performing arts exhibitions and it holds the Drama Theatre, the Concert Hall, the Opera Theatre, the Studio, the Playhouse, the Utzon Room, the Exhibition Hall, and several shops, bars, and restaurants.

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is another of the popular sightseeing Sydney spots. This is a popular landmark that is a big steel-arch bridge that the locals call the ‘coat hanger’. The bridge was built by Dr. John Bradfield back in1932. The Sydney Tower is the tallest free-standing structure in Sydney. The tower forms part of the larger Counterpoint shopping & offices complex. The tower was opened in 1981 and it has 3 major sections namely the observation deck, the 2 revolving restaurants, and the skywalk. The Rocks and Circular Quay is one of the oldest precincts in the city. The precinct in central Sydney is a major cultural and shopping attraction today.

The Sydney Town Hall, which was built in the 1880′s and which features Victorian architecture is a major attraction at the center of Sydney. It holds the Centennial Hall, Sydney’s Council Chamber, the councillors’ offices, and Lord Mayor offices. The Parliament House is famous for its beautiful Gregorian architecture. The Queen Victoria Building or QVB is also a must-see sightseeing Sydney spot. Other popular sightseeing spots in the city include the Royal Botanical Gardens, Luna Park, different museums, and different art galleries.