Michael Fraser_Sydney Harbour Bridge_Attractions

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- Sydney Harbour Bridge

· Located west of the Sydney Opera House, this iconic bridge is a landmark structure equally famous as the Opera House.
· A single-arch bridge once claimed to be the world's largest, it represents early Sydney architecture with its majestic and imposing presence.
· Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become Sydney's most popular tourist activity, and it's the only arch bridge in the world where visitors are permitted to climb to its summit.
· Visitors can choose to visit the Pylon Lookout and Sydney Harbour Bridge Visitor Centre, featuring exhibitions and HD films that tell the bridge's story.

Transportation
Take ferry, bus, or train to Circular Quay.
For drivers, parking is available at Harrington Street, George Street, and Argyle Street car parks. Limited metered street parking is available on Cumberland Street, but no bus drop-off or parking is permitted.
To reach the bridge's north side, take the train to Milsons Point station.

Admission
Free

Tips:
Please check with venue for specific details

Opening Hours
24 hours (January 1 - December 31, Monday-Sunday)

Tips:
·For reference only, subject to actual opening conditions

Michael Fraser Mar 15,2025

To be honest, I didn't realize this bridge was also a Sydney icon until I saw it in person - it really grows on you the more you look at it. Plus, as the world's only major bridge that allows tourists to climb it, it's definitely an experience worth trying!

The safety measures for climbing are extremely thorough, and it's not nearly as scary as you might imagine. While it's a bit pricey, the experience is worth it!

Just go for the 3.5-hour outer arch climb (the inner arch climb isn't that interesting - if you're going to do it, go all out). Chinese-language guided tours are only available at 10 AM; for twilight or night climbs, you'll need to join an English-speaking group.

You can't take photos during the climb, but overall, spending around 2,000+ dollars for two people on this unique experience is worth it.

The climb finished at 1:30 PM, and everyone receives a personalized climbing certificate. Photos taken on the bridge need to be purchased separately - if I remember correctly, they're about $20 each.