Sydney Tower, Sydney

Name: Sydney Tower
Address: Sydney, Australia

#443 among attractions in Sydney

Tower, Observation decks and towers, Lookout

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Sydney Tower is Sydney's tallest structure and the second tallest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere. The name Sydney Tower has become common in daily usage; however, the tower has been variously known as Centrepoint Tower and AMP Tower, and colloquially as Flower Tower, Glower Tower, and Big Poke. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1981 (43 years ago)Top floor height: 915 ftCoordinates: 33°52'14"S, 151°12'32"E

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Central Business District (Sydney City Center)Sydney Australia

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Sydney Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Westfield Sydney, Hyde Park, The Strand Arcade, Queen Victoria Building.

~200 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westfield Sydney, Sydney
1 min walk • Westfield Sydney is a premier shopping destination nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This upscale shopping centre is strategically located on Pitt Street Mall, one of the most bustling retail precincts in the country.
~850 ftSE
Australia's oldest public parkland
Hyde Park, Sydney
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Hyde Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape, offering a tranquil retreat for city dwellers and tourists alike. As the oldest public parkland in Australia, it spans across 16 hectares and boasts a rich history dating...
~450 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Strand Arcade, Sydney
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, The Strand Arcade stands as a cherished emblem of the city's Victorian heritage and a premier shopping destination. Since its grand opening in 1892, this historic arcade has been a beacon of elegance and sophistication, offering an array...
~720 ftSW
Landmark 19th-century shopping centre
Queen Victoria Building, Sydney
4 min walk • The Queen Victoria Building, commonly known as the QVB, stands as a grand Victorian structure in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This timeless monument, completed in 1898, was designed by architect George McRae to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
~790 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Galeries, Sydney
4 min walk • The Galeries is a shopping centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was formerly known as The Galeries Victoria until renamed in early 2013.
~740 ftNE
Church, Georgian architecture, Historical place
St James' Church, Sydney
4 min walk • St James' Church, commonly known as St James', King Street, is an Australian heritage-listed Anglican parish church located at 173 King Street, in the Sydney central business district of the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales.
~870 ftSE
Synagogue, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue, Sydney
5 min walk • The Great Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation located in a large heritage-listed synagogue at 187a Elizabeth Street in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~990 ftE
Memorial, Fountain
Archibald Fountain, Sydney
5 min walk • The Archibald Fountain, properly called the J. F. Archibald Memorial Fountain is located in Hyde Park, in central Sydney. It is named after J. F. Archibald, owner and editor of The Bulletin magazine, who bequeathed funds to have it built.
~360 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
MidCity, Sydney
2 min walk • MidCity is a shopping centre in the Sydney Central Business District. It is located on Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney, The Strand Arcade and is diagonally opposite Glasshouse.
~490 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Glasshouse, Sydney
3 min walk • Glasshouse is an office and retail building in the Sydney central business district. It is located on the corner of King Street and Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney and is opposite MidCity, The Strand Arcade and Sydney Arcade.
~590 ftW
Theater, Historical place, Concerts and shows
State Theatre, Sydney
3 min walk • The State Theatre is a heritage-listed theatre, located at 47-51 Market Street, in the Sydney central business district in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sydney Tower?

Nearby attractions include Tank Stream, Sydney (2 min walk), Pitt Street Mall, Sydney (2 min walk), Glasshouse, Sydney (3 min walk), State Theatre, Sydney (3 min walk).

How to get to Sydney Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sydney Tower:

Bus

David Jones, Castlereagh St, Stand A • Lines: 431 (2 min walk)
Sheraton on the Park, Elizabeth St • Lines: 431 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Qvb • Lines: L2, L3 (4 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: L2, L3 (7 min walk)

Train

St James (5 min walk)
Martin Place (6 min walk)

Ferry

Darling Harbour Wharf 1 (15 min walk)
Pyrmont Bay Wharf • Lines: F4, Ferry (16 min walk)