A new 27 stop Sydney Explorer route and combined Sydney and Bondi Explorer ticket gives a great insight into Sydney’s leading attractions. Your ticket also offers great bonus discounts at many of these attractions. One day ticket $39, Two day ticket (can be used any two days over an eight day period) $68.
http://www.sydneypass.info/sydneyexplorer/
Circular Quay ( Bus Stop 1 )
The hub of Sydney Harbour, with ferries leaving every few minutes to the many different destinations around the harbour. Be sure to take a ferry cruise to experience the Harbour city.
Allow approximately 1 hour.
Mrs Macquaries Chair ( Bus Stop 11 )
Otherwise known as Lady Macquarieís Chair offers some of the best views of Sydney Harbour and a great photo opportunity. The historic chair was carved out of the rock face to provide a place for Govenor Macquarie's wife to enjoy the panoramic views of Sydney Harbour.
Allow approximately 20 minutes.
Elizabeth Bay House ( Bus Stop 9 )
Take in the splendour of one of Sydney's most stunning harbourside attractions. Built between 1835 and 1839, Elizabeth Bay House was once known as 'the finest house in the colony'. Now open to explore as a house museum, the elegant interiors present an evocative picture of 19th century life. 50% discount off entry with your Sydney Explorer Ticket!
Open Tuesday to Sunday 10AM-4.30PM
Elizabeth Bay House 7 Onslow Avenue, Elizabeth Bay
Ph: 9356 3022
Allow approximately one hour.
Sydney Tower + OzTrek ( Bus stop 14 )
Sydney's best views are just the beginning!
Sydney Tower takes you to the highest point above Sydney for breathtaking 360-degree views of our harbour city. You'll be amazed by Sydney's best views! Plus your ticket to the top includes OzTrek, an amazing virtual adventure across Australia with 3D holographic technology, 180-degree cinema screens, surround sound and heart-stopping real-motion seating! 10% off adult and child entry (see 'Discount Vouchers' on the home page of this site).
Centrepoint Podium Level, 100 Market Street Sydney. Open daily: 9.00AM to 10.30PM (Saturdays to 11.30PM).
Ph: 9333 9222
http://www.sydneytoweroztrek.com.au
Allow approximately one and a half hours.
Chinatown ( Bus stop 17 )
The vibrant Chinese quarter centres on the pedestrian friendly Dixon Street and offers a great variety of asian cuisine to suit all budgets. An excellent shopping precinct which includes Market City Shopping Centre.
Allow approximately 1 hour.
National Maritime Museum ( Bus stop 21 )
Climb aboard the last of the big-gun destroyers, explore a real navy submarine, experience a 19th century square-rigger and marvel at the fastest boat in the world.
Fascinating exhibitions, a unique historic fleet and wonderful waterfront cafe.
20% off entry to the Big Ships with your Sydney Explorer ticket! Free museum admission.
Ph: 9298 3777
http://www.anmm.gov.au
Allow approximately one and a half hours.
Sydney Wildlife World ( Bus stop 24 )
Australia’s wildest new flora and fauna attraction!
Home to the largest variety of Australian species under one roof; see over 6,000 animals living in their natural habitats and ecosystems, where you can take a walk on the wild side with the yellow-footed rock wallabies, or meet one of Australia’s cutest national icons, the koala.
Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour, Sydney 2000
Open every day from 9am to 10pm.
Ph: 9333 9288
http://www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au
Allow approximately two hours.
Sydney Aquarium - Australia's #1 Attraction! ( Bus stop 24 )
Nowhere else will you find a larger collection of Australian aquatic life, with over 11,500 animals, the largest Great Barrier Reef display in the world, an extensive collection of huge sharks and rays, and the worlds first all natural seal sanctuary.
Take a journey through one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world and explore Australia's rich and diverse waterways, marine ecosystems and unique aquatic environments.
Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour, Sydney 2000
Open every day from 9AM to 10PM.
Ph: 8251 7800
http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au
Allow approximately one and a half hours.
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