Watsons Bay Travel Guide

Sydney

Watsons Bay
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Popular places to visit

Hornby Lighthouse

Hornby Lighthouse

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Sydney with a stop at Hornby Lighthouse. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Hornby Lighthouse
South Head

South Head

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Sydney when you spend time at South Head. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

South Head
Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(293 reviews)

One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.

Sydney Opera House
Circular Quay showing general coastal views, a skyscraper and street scenes

Circular Quay

4.5/5(313 reviews)

Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.

Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

4.5/5(317 reviews)

Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime.

Sydney Harbour Bridge
Taronga Zoo which includes bird life and zoo animals as well as an individual male

Taronga Zoo

4.5/5(71 reviews)

This world-renowned zoo is cherished for its Sydney Harbour views and its residents.

Taronga Zoo

Things to do

Historic Walking Tour of Watsons Bay

Historic Walking Tour of Watsons Bay

฿841
per adult
Historic Walking Tour of Watsons Bay
Picture 11 for Activity Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Free Koala Photo

Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Koala Photo

฿4,183
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Blue Mountains: Scenic World, Ferry, Zoo & Koala Photo
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

฿2,081
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

฿1,304
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Sydney Wildlife Safari

Sydney Wildlife Safari

฿8,934
per adult
Sydney Wildlife Safari
Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Small Group Tours

Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Tour Comfortable Wildlife Experience

฿3,048
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blue Mountains Sunset & Three Sisters Tour Comfortable Wildlife Experience
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Top hotels in Watsons Bay

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is ฿5,202 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿5,202
฿5,722 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,730 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is ฿5,323 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,323
฿5,856 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,286 reviews)
"We loved the views and the staff were amazing..we'll definitely be coming back."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is ฿4,229 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,229
฿4,651 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,799 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is ฿6,272 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿6,272
฿6,899 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,826 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff!
"Staff are so amazing. My international flight was delayed 8 hours. Upon checkin I was given a late checkout to help me not spend all of that time at the airport. I had problems changing a connecting flight—Internet not working properly and airline phones jammed. Celia at the front desk was so extremely ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is ฿6,001 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿6,001
฿6,601 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,418 reviews)
"Central to shopping and transport. Beautiful building and staff friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
5 out of 5
11 Jamison Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,445 reviews)
"Great central location"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Watsons Bay

Mosman showing a bridge, a city and boating

Mosman

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Taronga Zoo or Balmoral Beach.

Mosman
Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

Manly

A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Wharf and Shelly Beach.

Manly
Bondi Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion.

Bondi Beach
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North Sydney

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or ISKCON Sydney (Hare Krishna Temple) might round out your trip.

North Sydney
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Rocks
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Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sydney Jewish Museum and William Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst

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