Title: Visit Watsons Bay: Best of Watsons Bay, Sydney Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

 

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# Watsons Bay

## Sydney

![Watsons Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f0909c8aa6efcca38cfbb6134547861c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Watsons Bay

Things to do

Where to stay

[Sydney travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sydney.dx178312)

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### Popular places to visit

![Hornby Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c87beb63e1abc59520834c8a6da85fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hornby Lighthouse

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Sydney with a visit to Hornby Lighthouse. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

[](https://expedia.ca/Hornby-Lighthouse-Watsons-Bay.d553248634015522507.Vacation-Attraction)

![South Head](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/95554584a0d607d4c00a50f28ced1dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### South Head

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Sydney when you take a trip to South Head. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

[](https://expedia.ca/South-Head-Watsons-Bay.d553248621526966554.Vacation-Attraction)

![Circular Quay featuring general coastal views, a sunset and central business district](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152942-Circular-Quay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Circular Quay

4.5/5(424 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Circular-Quay-The-Rocks.d502951.Vacation-Attraction)

![Sydney Opera House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474916-Sydney-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(446 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Opera-House-Sydney-Central-Business-District.d502962.Vacation-Attraction)

![Sydney Harbour Bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543113-sydney-harbour-bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Harbour Bridge

4.5/5(411 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Harbour-Bridge-Sydney.d508804.Vacation-Attraction)

![Taronga Zoo showing zoo animals and bird life as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31165-Taronga-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taronga Zoo

4.5/5(86 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Taronga-Zoo-Mosman.d502977.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/171990/c0a246ff-a176-425b-9229-96bb9df31164.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

CA $49

per adult

**84%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-attractions-pass-including-sea-life-sydney-aquarium.a171990.activity-details)

![Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/188986/4e814d56-d1d8-40f8-a06e-e9f969358e1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

CA $78

per adult

**88%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taronga-zoo-ticket-with-hop-on-hop-off-sydney-harbour-explorer-cruise.a188986.activity-details)

![Sydney Tower Eye Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/462113/93d9eb03-f0c6-46d7-8d84-65ba72db353a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

CA $27

per adult

**82%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-tower-eye-tickets.a462113.activity-details)

![Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2239096/60896abd-f006-44ef-a0a1-11f29fe15c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour

CA $45

per adult

**86%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-guided-sightseeing-bus-tour.a2239096.activity-details)

![SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/171979/17ebe1f7-014d-49b1-96bf-8dd4e9f6068d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets

CA $39

per adult

**84%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sea-life-sydney-aquarium-tickets.a171979.activity-details)

![Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/731952/6660a66c-e7eb-4c67-ab5a-6cdf51ad1e03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

CA $95

per adult

**84%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-whale-watching-cruise-including-lunch-or-breakfast.a731952.activity-details)

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### Other neighbourhoods around Watsons Bay

![Mosman featuring a bridge, general coastal views and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/33000/33321-Mosman.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Mosman.dx6955)

![Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31187-Manly-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Manly

Beach-side suburb with easy ferry access, Manly offers a mix of ocean and harbor beaches, scenic cycle tracks, and a lively commercial area along The Corso. Explore historic sites like North Head Quarantine Station and enjoy outdoor dining.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Manly.dx7055)

![Bondi Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/251000/251855-Bondi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Bondi Beach

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Bondi-Beach.dx6132031)

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### North Sydney

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or Port Jackson Bay might round out your trip.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-North-Sydney.dx7227)

![Circular Quay - The Rocks featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31238-The-Rocks.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### The Rocks

Historic area near Sydney's city center, The Rocks boasts close proximity to Circular Quay and Harbour Bridge views. Explore weekend Rocks Market, galleries, and historic pubs like Fortune of War, while enjoying walkable streets and easy rail access.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-The-Rocks.dx6132025)

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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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Darlinghurst.dx6129780)

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