Top rated Historical landmarks in Sydney, Australia to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Top rated Historical landmarks in Sydney

Experience the best that Sydney has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 127 places from Historical landmark category.

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Oldbury Cottage Berrima

Cottage rental

👍👍 We loved this cottage at Berrima. Beautifully presented and ready for our arrival with fresh linen and towels, fire wood and fire lighting utensils as well as a complimentary bottle of red. This place was so relaxing and so different to our normal lives in this country setting. Spectacular experienc...

5.00 (95 reviews) (~106.26 km from centre)

Eagle Rock

Scenic spot

👍 Now read this before you go, guys, This place was recommended to me by a Facebook group and the pictures were amazing, So I decided to go there. I thought it will be easy to access the place. However, I had to pay about $20 to enter the national park, then I had to walk for 2 hours in the bushes to...

4.90 (237 reviews) (~33.11 km from centre)

St Michael's Anglican Cathedral - Wollongong + Corrimal

Anglican church

👍👍 This Anglican Church in the heart of Wollongong is probably in the crown jewels of Wollongong. St Michael's has a solid and grounded teaching of the Bible. They also stand firm for the kingdom of God and honor him as citizens of heaven. St Michael's has a great community of Christian brothers and si...

4.90 (57 reviews) (~67.98 km from centre)

Fernleigh Track Tunnel

Historical landmark

👍👍 The tunnel is truly remarkable—long and exceptionally well-constructed for its time.

4.90 (56 reviews) (~112.43 km from centre)

Historic Waterloo Bridge Memorial

Historical landmark

👍👍 I love the Historic Waterloo Bridge Memorial and really enjoyed checking it out on my way to Parliament House. You have incredible views, top visuals and good paths to either walk, jog or ride on. Great spot and loved it!

4.90 (34 reviews) (~247.8 km from centre)

Barrenjoey Lighthouse

Tourist attraction

Built in 1881, this sandstone lighthouse sits at Sydney's northernmost point & offers weekly tours.

4.80 (3K reviews) (~34.11 km from centre)

University of Sydney Quadrangle

Historical landmark

👍👍 Need a place to chill out, here it is.

4.80 (964 reviews) (~2.54 km from centre)

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse

Historical landmark

Elegant 1875 lighthouse with external stairs leading up to a lookout popular for whale watching.

4.80 (794 reviews) (~201.47 km from centre)

Mount Panorama/Wahluu

Historical landmark

👍👍 I was there in Mai for the 12 h of Bathurst. Great event even the weather wasn't that hot as usual for this event. I loved it, I hope to can be back the next time on the original date

4.80 (385 reviews) (~160.17 km from centre)

Pool of Reflection

Historical landmark

👍👍 Nice place

4.80 (95 reviews) (~0.64 km from centre)

St Mary's Towers Retreat Centre, Douglas Park

Historical landmark

4.80 (45 reviews) (~59.29 km from centre)

Barnes Rocks

Historical landmark

👍 The Best Part Of Jimmys Beach Has To Be Barnes Rocks. Local Myth Is That Barnes Rocks Were Formed Thousands Of Years Ago From Lava Cooling And Solidifying Into Rock And Barnes Rocks Are A Great Place To Swim, Snorkal And Spot Dolphins

4.80 (36 reviews) (~158.83 km from centre)

Bogey Hole

Public swimming pool

👍👍 Stunning rock pool touched by some wild waves!

4.70 (648 reviews) (~116.77 km from centre)

Manly Wormhole

Historical landmark

4.70 (349 reviews) (~11.98 km from centre)

Cataract Dam

Historical landmark

👍 Serene and green river valley. Quiet and hidden deep in the rainforest, this century old dam not only provides water to Sydneysiders but is a great place to visit too. A walk on the dam wall is a must. It offers sweeping views of the valley and the reservoir. A good day trip and a beautiful drive th...

4.70 (263 reviews) (~57.67 km from centre)

Cenotaph

Historical landmark

👍👍 A place to reflect especially during ANZAC day. Have been to few dawn services here and it's a sombre experience with so many people attending at the crack of dawn. It's a monolithic stone block with two bronze statues of a soldier and a sailor standing guard. This is also a place to reflect on Armi...

4.70 (203 reviews) (~0.27 km from centre)

Blackfellows Hand Cave

Historical landmark

👍👍 This site is so amazing and easy to get to, about a minute walk and your in another realm. It is ashame that it is not protected more.

4.70 (116 reviews) (~117.89 km from centre)

Bay Marker Wentworth Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 better use short cut:) nice walking area.

4.70 (92 reviews) (~12.82 km from centre)

Bradleys Head Lighthouse

Historical landmark

👍👍 Nice place for a little look. No public access to the lighthouse is possible, however, you can walk out onto the wooden access jetty. Crystal clean water and fish can be seen. Was very windy when I went, would recommend a windbreaker jacket. Access down to the jetty is steep rock stairs, would be da...

4.70 (77 reviews) (~3.98 km from centre)

Retford Park National Trust

Historical landmark

👍👍 When planning a short suprise getaway for my husband's birthday I discovered this amazing place and knew we had to go. We were not disappointed. Very friendly volunteers and horticulturist who answered any questions we had about the history the garden. So many different plants and spaces to meander...

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4.70 (67 reviews) (~97.9 km from centre)

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Top rated Historical landmarks in Sydney, Australia