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The Rocks
The Rocks

The Rocks

The Rocks are one of Sydney’s most popular destinations, and for a good reason. This urban locality is steeped in a rich history that, coupled with its mesmerising natural beauty, makes it one of the most amazing places to explore.

The Rocks area is on the southern part of the Sydney Harbour, near the CBD.

The Rocks Accommodation, Hotels, Restaurants & Markets, Sydney NSW

The tourist precinct and its surroundings are under the local government area of the City of Sydney. Nearby attractions include the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Millers Point and Circular Quay.

The region’s proximity to these attractions has impacted its vibrant culture and made it a vantage point to view some of Sydney’s most iconic attractions. Look out for the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House—two of Sydney’s most recognisable landmarks.

Learn more about this historic region as you walk the cobbled laneways that lead up to the sandstone buildings. While at it, enjoy a cold beer at pubs that line The Rocks. If you want panoramic views of the region, head to the Pylon Lookout or enjoy the thrill of bridge ascension with BridgeClimb Sydney. Alternatively, take a self-guided tour to explore the gems of The Rocks area.

For history buffs and art lovers, the Museum of Contemporary Art in The Rocks offers the best of both worlds. This museum presents different exhibitions featuring works by Australian artists and offers free guided tours. Another place worth visiting is the Ken Done gallery, which is home to some of Done’s most intricate works.

Exploring The Rocks is incomplete without visiting the markets. Held on weekends between 10am and 5pm, the markets are a superb opportunity to shop for unique souvenirs and gifts, from handmade jewellery to homeware and clothing. For food lovers, The Rocks Foodie Market is the go-to option.

Getting to The Rocks is pretty easy as it is close to the CBD. You may walk north using George Street from the business district or take a fantastic ferry ride to Circular Quay.

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Michael Jones

Michael created and runs the Sydney Point website, as well as the Holiday Point travel brand that incorporates a network of 16 location based travel information and attraction websites around Australia, Asia, and around the world.

With 25+ years of online experience and a passion for travel (having visited Sydney many times and seeing a lot of the city in the process), Michael not only researches and writes content for the website, he also tinkers behind the scenes with the website functionality & design.

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