Overseas Passenger Terminal, Sydney

Name: Overseas Passenger Terminal
Address: 10 Circular Quay W, Sydney, 2000, Australia

#22 among attractions in Sydney

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The Overseas Passenger Terminal, a pivotal landmark in the heart of Sydney, Australia, serves as a gateway for thousands of visitors arriving by sea. Situated in Circular Quay with a stunning backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the iconic Sydney Opera House, the terminal is not just a point of arrival and departure but also a sight to behold.

Constructed to facilitate maritime travel, the terminal has evolved into a multifunctional facility that hosts cruise ships, international events, and a variety of dining and entertainment venues. Its strategic location offers travelers a spectacular vantage point to soak in the panoramic views of Sydney's most famous attractions.

The design of the Overseas Passenger Terminal is a blend of functionality and aesthetics, ensuring that visitors are greeted with a memorable first impression of Sydney. With its modern architecture, the terminal complements the historic Rocks district, seamlessly integrating the city's colonial past with its vibrant present.

The terminal is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to handle the influx of tourists, making their transition from ship to shore a smooth experience. In addition to its primary role as a cruise ship docking point, the Overseas Passenger Terminal frequently transforms into an event space, hosting cultural festivals, markets, and corporate functions.

Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the waterfront promenade, indulge in gourmet dining at one of the many restaurants within the terminal, or simply marvel at the bustling harbor activity. By night, the terminal and its surroundings are illuminated, creating a picturesque scene that captures the essence of Sydney's lively harbor life.

Opened: 20 December 1960 (63 years ago)Coordinates: 33°51'29"S, 151°12'36"E

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10 Circular Quay WCentral Business District (The Rocks)Sydney 2000 Australia

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Overseas Passenger Terminal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Argyle Stores, Museum of Contemporary Art, Cadman's Cottage, Glenmore Hotel.

~650 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife, Colonial architecture
Argyle Stores, Sydney
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia, the Argyle Stores stand as a testament to the city's rich mercantile history. This complex of buildings, originally constructed in the 1820s, served as a pivotal custom house and warehouse facility during the burgeoning trade...
~760 ftSW
Hip visual arts collection on quayside
Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney
4 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) stands as a bastion of modern expression in the heart of Sydney, Australia. Overlooking the iconic Circular Quay, this museum is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting, and interpreting the work of today's artists.
~450 ftSW
Museum, Historical place, Visitor center
Cadman's Cottage, Sydney
3 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Sydney, Australia, Cadman's Cottage stands as a silent witness to the city's vibrant history. This heritage-listed building, now operating as a museum, is one of the oldest surviving residential buildings in Sydney.
~830 ftW
Nightlife
Glenmore Hotel, Sydney
5 min walk • The Glenmore Hotel is a heritage-listed pub located at 96-98 Cumberland Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was designed by the Tooth and Co. resident architects and built in 1921 by D. M. Mitchell.
~750 ftSW
Bridge
The Argyle, Sydney
4 min walk • The Argyle Bridge is a heritage-listed road bridge that carries Cumberland Street across the Argyle Cut and Argyle Street in the inner-city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1911 to 1912. It is also known to include the Argyle Stairs.
~850 ftS
Museum, Art museum
Sydney Cove West Archaeological Precinct, Sydney
5 min walk • Sydney Cove West Archaeological Precinct is a heritage-listed precinct that contains The Rocks police station, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, car park, parks, shops and roads located at 112-156 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~750 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Colonial architecture
Gannon House, Sydney
4 min walk • Gannon House is a heritage-listed retail building at 45-47 Argyle Street in the inner-city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~640 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
ASN Co building, Sydney
4 min walk • The ASN Co building is a heritage-listed building located at 1-5 Hickson Road, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
~330 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Sydney Sailors' Home, Sydney
2 min walk • The Sydney Sailors' Home is a heritage-listed former sailors' home, theatre and visitor's centre and now gallery and restaurant, located at 106-108 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~690 ftNW
Museum
Old Mining Museum Building, Sydney
4 min walk • The Old Mining Museum building is a heritage-listed former chemical laboratory and mining museum and now commercial building located at 36-64 George Street in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~560 ftSW
Nightlife, Colonial architecture
Orient Hotel, Sydney
3 min walk • The Orient Hotel is a heritage-listed pub located at 87-89 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1843 to 1844. The property is owned by Property NSW, an agency of the Government of New South Wales.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Overseas Passenger Terminal?

Nearby attractions include Old Bushells Factory, Sydney (2 min walk), Sydney Sailors' Home, Sydney (2 min walk), Old Ambulance Station, Sydney (2 min walk), Union Bond Store, Sydney (2 min walk).

How to get to Overseas Passenger Terminal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Overseas Passenger Terminal:

Ferry

Circular Quay Wharf 5 • Lines: F3, F4 (5 min walk)
Circular Quay Wharf 4 • Lines: F5, F6 (5 min walk)

Train

Circular Quay (7 min walk)
Wynyard (16 min walk)

Light rail

Circular Quay • Lines: L2, L3 (7 min walk)
Bridge Street • Lines: L2, L3 (12 min walk)

Bus

Stand A, Circular Quay, Alfred Street • Lines: 302, 303, 326 (7 min walk)
Circular Quay • Lines: 302, 303 (7 min walk)