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Top 10 Architectural Buildings in Central Business District, New South Wales
Sydney offers plenty of historical and contemporary Australian flavor. The marvelous Sydney Opera House looks like a great origami sailboat, floating peacefully in a harbor. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets of The Rocks and then take in a street performance on the Circular Quay before heading into the Museum of Contemporary Art. The views from the Sydney Tower Eye observatory are epic – use this chance to get to know the layout of the city from high above.
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1. Former Lands Department Building
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Former Chief Secretary Building
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. The Judge House
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
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4.5 based on 6,102 reviews
Visit for the beautiful architecture, stay for the shops. Window shop through the atrium's five levels for high fashion brands, enjoy coffee at the cafes, and listen to the Royal Clock strike.
Reviewed By Cobham30 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Amazing building both outside and inside - amazing Christmas tree - a truly beautiful arcade, perfect for browsing, tea and cake! - amazing clocks too!
5. Sydney Opera House
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4.5 based on 24,250 reviews
One of the most iconic buildings in the world – the Sydney Opera House is an architectural masterpiece and vibrant performance space. It's a place where the past shapes the future, where conventions are challenged and cultures are celebrated. Step inside and discover the stories that make the Opera House so inspiring. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, a first-timer or an aficionado, the Sydney Opera House has something for everyone.
Reviewed By francismP2333IV
We have been travelling around in Australia for 9 weeks with friends from Austria and Switzerland. Today we visited the Sydney Opera House at 11:15am. The guides name was Bella. Lovely energetic young lady! It was the BEST, and only tour in the entire of Australia that my friends understood every word of the places she took us to today. Wonderful and very articulate when she speaks. Clear concise and entertaining. It was exactly one hour tour with fantastic stories, great photo opportunities, brilliant setup of lights for the illusionist and the “bumping out” and maintenance of the Joan Sutherland Theatre! Finally tour concluding with a happy ending in the Utzon Room. The building truly is remarkable inside and out with fantastic people working. Must see for all. We are glad we did this and took our friends here today! Do the tour!
6. Anzac Memorial
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4.5 based on 813 reviews
The Anzac Memorial, in Sydney's Hyde Park, is NSW's principal memorial to all Australians who have served in the Defence Force. The Memorial building in both its original and its extended form is a work of art and remarkable piece of architecture. It is a physical expression of the spirit and legend of the Anzacs and a place of comfort for those who have lost loved ones. Exhibition and interpretation spaces allow the Anzac Memorial to illustrate the evolution of Australian military service while focusing on NSW stories. The detailed storytelling within the new Exhibition Gallery complements the quiet spaces and symbols of the original Memorial building. A free virtual tour of the '1945: From Hot War to Cold War' exhibition can be taken by visitors, accessed via the Anzac Memorial's website. The Anzac Memorial has limited opening hours at present, please visit the website for further details. Admission to the Memorial is free.
Reviewed By Michael-4551 - Caloundra, Australia
Visited on Sunday 10th November. It is situated in Hyde Park and a must see when you visit Sydney to honour those who gave their lives for us during the two World Wars.
7. The Calyx
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Livetotravel747 - Coombabah, Australia
Such a great massive colorful vertical wall of many different plants. Pictures don't do justice to this place.
8. Westpac Bank
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By LisselA - Brisbane, Australia
This beautiful old bank building is listed on the NSW Heritage Regsiter both for its lovely outside but also features that have been retained on the inside. On the ground floor, in a chamber next to but separate from the retail bank, is a heritage gallery featuring original fittings, furniture and decor which also contains historic artefacts and explanatory posters related to the history of the bank. You can learn surprisingly fun facts about the history of banking in Australia and the Westpac bank in particular – the first transactions, the first women employees, and the old shooting range upstairs! A shooting range? Yep - step inside the heritage tellers cages and see where they stored there firearms before modern security was a thing, and see how the old counters are worn on top from years of passing over money. You can also pop downstairs and see the lovely old rooms where the security deposit safes are (though no photography down there). I don't know if we were lucky or it was just a quiet day, but the whole time we were there no-one else came through. If you're first thought is "banking, how boring" you could not be more wrong.
9. Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
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4.0 based on 3,983 reviews
At 250 metres above street level, Sydney Tower Eye is the highest point in Sydney - perfect for finding your bearings or just taking it all in. It's the perfect place to start your Sydney adventure. With views stretching out as far as the eye can see in all directions, there's no better place to find your bearings. Sydney Tower Eye is a true year-round visitor attraction. Gazing out across the beautiful harbour city you'll be captivated by the views of stunning Sydney in all its glory. Crystal clear skies in winter make for the best viewing distances of the year, while in Spring the explosion of Jacaranda Trees covers the Eastern Suburbs in vibrant splashes of purple. Sydney is at its best in Summer, and guests soak up the city's laid back Summer vibe from the cool air-conditioned deck as the streets swelter below. Autumn brings gorgeous orangery glows and the best sunsets of the year - the perfect time for 'that' picture of the city and harbour in the background.
Reviewed By alpaca_hpuff
I come from the home of the tallest building in the world, and I have to say, this tower is definitely high up in my list. Make sure to come at sunset time if possibles. There are amazing views of Sydney, all streets and parks, as well as fun activities for kids.
10. Trafalgar Square Sydney
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
