Visiting Sydney without seeing the Harbour Bridge would be blasphemous! The bridge itself is astounding and massive. You can pay to do the bridge climb, which I didn't do, but it was neat seeing the little specks of people making their way across the bridge. The area surround the bridge is also worth a visit! read more

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For those who don't want to spend the time, or enormous cost, on BridgeClimb Sydney, the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon lookout is the next best alternative. This was really a museum and and a lookout point wrapped into one. As I climbed the stairs inside the pylon, I received a history lesson on early Sydney, learned about the bridge construction and methods, and even saw models and examples of actual equipment used. At the top of the stairs, I was rewarded with a fantastic 360-degree vantage of the harbour and other Sydney landmarks. Cost was AU$13, or about 5% the cost of BridgeClimb. Five stars for that! read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Pano shot - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

The Sydney Harbour bridge is perhaps one of the 2 most recognized icons of Sydney. To locals it is known as the "Coat Hanger', for obvious reasons. It is perhaps not as iconic as the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, but the neat thing about the bridge, being smaller and not as tall, is that you can take a hike up the bridge on a guided tour and get a great look at this beautiful city. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - The old Coat Hanger - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Awesome looking site, do the bridge climb BUT do the TWILIGHT bridge climb. It will cost you around $80 more but will well worth the other climbs!!! Climbs are well informed, staff great, preparation and whole process is very safe and not even felt uncomfortable not even a second. read more

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If you're a tourist, walking across here is a must. It gives you great views of the harbour, is very safe to walk on (thanks to the guards that patrol the bridge), and the bridge is iconic. Why the heck not? Also, you can do the bridge climb on TOP of the bridge. I heard it was worth it; I had already spent tons on my heli-snorkel experience in the Great Barrier Reef so I opted out, but I recommend it if you have the money for it! read more

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Walk, ride your bike, or drive across the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This is definitely a iconic treasure in the city. The bridge is mesmerizing as you gaze at the construction. Walking over the bridge, you can get an up close look at the criss-crossing steel construction. There is a wealth of history in this city, and the bridge is a magnificent part of it. There are also breath taking views of different parts of the city - including the opera house. It's completely free to walk across the bridge, and it's not a strenuous walk at all. If you want to spend the extra money, you can go to the look out or climb to the top of the bridge. We walked from Luna Park to the Rocks on our way back to our hotel. It was a short walk (maybe half an hour with stops to take pictures and take in all the sights). It wasn't on my must see list in the city, but I'm so glad we took the time to do it. read more

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This probably deserves a 5 stars except I went on the windiest day possible and during rush hour, so it wasn't the best experience. I would recommend either sunrise or sunset for some amazing skyline photo ops. If you have time and money, the Bridge offers a climb that will set you back around 3 hours and $200. But if you're on a budget, you can just do the pedestrian walk like I did and walk from the Rocks up to North Sydney for free! It's about a 25 min fast walk without taking any photos, but I definitely did and it took about 40 minutes total. On the North Sydney side, there are plenty of restaurants to eat at and it'll be a nice pit stop before heading back toward Sydney's central business district. Or if you want to go up the Pylon Tower at the ends of the bridge, that costs only$13. As one of the most iconic structures in Sydney, the bridge offers some of the best views of the city and the Sydney opera house from a different angle. Check out my pictures! I highly recommend it as a tourist! read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - night vision effect from camera. view from bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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Can't do the Sydney Bridge Climb? This is the greatest alternative. You're still high up to get a great view of the Sydney Harbour. Be warned...need to climb up many stairs to get here. Cost is $13 adult and much cheaper than the Bridge Climb! read more

The iconic Sydney bridge is gorgeous and a must visit spot. Options: + Walk across it *for free* and it's about 15-20 minutes of your time. It's a pleasant walk and gorgeous views all around. + Take a train across it and see the view from the train. Good option if it's too hot outside, if it's raining, or if you just want to do a one-way walk. + Do the Harbour Bridge Climb. It's pricey but everyone I know who has done it has recommended it as a must do adventure. Scrappy Tourist Recommendation: Take the train to Milson's Point from Town Hall or wherever you are. Visit Luna Park. It's free to walk in and venture around. It only costs money to go on rides. The view of the bridge from Luna Park is gorgeous. If you want a swim, sun tan or view the swimmers with the background of the bridge, go to the pool by the park and pay a small fee. Once you're done, head towards the bridge entrance near the Milson Point train station. It's a pleasant walk and ends at the Rocks district on the other side, which is a great touristy spot as well. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - View taken on a walk across the Sydney Bridge. It's free, a quick walk, and has awesome views. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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You absolutely cannot come to Sydney and not see the Harbour Bridge - it's too big to miss, and you'd be crazy to want to miss it. There are beautiful views of the bridge from many locations around Sydney Harbour, although my favourite was from Blues Point Reserve (which seems to be less of a tourist trap than some of Sydney's other spots). The contrast of the man-made bridge and the natural harbour is beautiful, and it's well worth a visit to the Pylon Lookout and museum to learn more about the structure's history, if you have time. Driving over the bridge itself is also an experience, affording for some interesting views when you look upwards as you pass under the cantilevered structure. The road section of the bridge does feel very industrialised, with chain link fences obscuring the view over the harbour - but I guess this is a necessary safety precaution. I absolutely loved the Harbour Bridge all round, and thoroughly recommend visitors to Sydney taking some time to explore it. read more

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Nov 18, 2016 Back from business trip. After, I got out from the train station. Took me about 30 mins "what seem to be a short walk turn out to be a long one" because I didn't know where I was going. Used google map. So, I end up walking under the bridge and found out I have to walk up the hill and a short walk over the bridge. Paid about AUS$13 at the cashier on my way into pylon to the top. "it was quite a step up" but it did took my breath away, with a short rest and I was on my way. Here are some of the stuff I captured. read more

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I walked across the bridge with my girlfriend and it took us about 15-20 minutes one way with stops for pictures. I'd recommend this for anyone to do at least once. The bridge climb goes to the top of the bridge but is very expensive, not worth it imo. I'd compare this to the Brooklyn Bridge. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Pros: - great view - spend lots of time up there on the regular climb - can propose at top if ask in advance - get tickets to pylon for additional viewing after climb - easy climb for people of any fitness level - friendly staff and very knowledgeable about surrounding areas - pick time to climb - water fountains available during climb - bridge climb hat Cons: - hot during climb as very humid up top - climbing suit makes it hot and unattractive lol - if big group can be very time consuming losing view time read more

You know those things that you just can't explain because they take your breath away and are even better than the photos? That's the Harbour Bridge. It's the perfect background for all of your photos in the city Centre. It's the best way to get some of the best views of Sydney. It's just beautiful! read more

Beautiful! The Sydney Harbour Bridge along with the opera house is the most identifiable part of not only Sydney but Australia. Great to observe and take in the architecture as well as getting some cool shots. read more

Awesome bridge, that you can climb over! I don't know anywhere else in the world where you can do that. Yes, it's expensive, but, if you want to spend just $13 you can go up halfway on a pillar. Also book on weekdays to save money! I'll be crossing over the top soon, and I'm excited! read more

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I love the old coat Hanger! It seems to feature in so many of my pics. It says SYDNEY to me! Yesterday I crossed it in a bus so I had the chance to Check In as I crossed. Nice surprise ......I received a Check In Voucher!!! Will save it for another day. Too cute. Enough said! Thank you!!! read more

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***Top Tip*** -I have done the bridgeclimb, the pylon lookout and just walked across the bridge. In my opinion, just walking across the bridge is just fine and free. Take a train to Milsons Point and then walk back over bridge to the rocks/Circular Quay. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Walkway - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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We were always told it is the largest steel span arch bridge in the world (what?) Paul Hogan used to be a maintenance worker here and later for The Paul Hogan Show made a video at the Harbor Bridge of his bridge maintenance technique. He would fill a crack in the steel with his used chewing gum out of his mouth and then stick a band-aid over it for extra strength. Priceless. Luv the fireworks off the bridge for New Years. I guess for that it gets five stars. Also for the fact that it hasn't collapsed yet. They called this bridge the "iron lung" during its construction because it kept so many people employed. The top of the bridge walk is too damn expensive. Anyway, I'm not sure if I'd want to do a dog and pony show for 3 hours to go up there. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Circular Quay & The Rocks - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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During the War this bridge was called the "Iron Lung" of Sydney because it managed to keep so many people employed. It's just as iconic up close as you imagined from afar. Whether you're walking on it or looking at it from the Opera House or looking at it from a place on the water, it's absolutely majestic. And it's never better than when fireworks are exploding off it on NYE. Make sure you see that once in your life - and hear all of Sydney roar at midnight. I'll treasure that for the rest of my life. read more

The Sydney Harbour Bridge, in its beautiful harbour location, is a renowned international symbol of Australia. You cannot come to Sydney and not visit and take pictures of the bridge. Its amazing arch structure is beautiful. This bridge carries rail, vehicles, bicycles and pedestrian traffic. You can even book a tour to walk the arch of the bridge. I wanted to do this tour but 2 reasons deterred my husband and I from doing it. Reason 1) I was 25 weeks pregnant and my husband didn't really want to do this with me being pregnant. I was all game for it. I thought it would be an amazing experience. Reason 2) We talked to other people that looked into it and the cost was $350 per person AND you couldn't take cameras or phones while you walked the arch. If this was true, what was the point. The whole idea would be to walk the arch and take pictures from high up, but once we heard this, this quickly changed our minds. My husband was already on the fence but for the price and no pictures it was an absolute no at that point. However, just being able to take pictures from the harbor was enough and a great experience. read more

Otherwise known as "the coat hanger." One of the best things that has enabled us to connect from the city to the North side. The north side: went to uni there, great bars, worked in North Sydney, Chatswood and St Leonard's at some stage. Been to conferences at the Nest, as well as some great restaurant. Hail to the bridge. I have caught trains and buses that have driven on it, as well as taxis and being driven by car on many an occasion to only name a few, otherwise I will bore the hell out of you. I have also walked on it, and have climbed on top of it at twilight hours on my birthday one year too. Alas, have been on harbour cruises and on public ferry transport underneath it. Have enjoyed a few laughs and a couple of glasses of red underneath it. Have also driven a sailboat underneath it, and have been on a pampering cruise receiving a massage as the boat steered underneath it. I have also competed in a running event on two occasions running on the road on this bridge. This bridge has served many a purpose, including having to pay many tolls to fund its 'beautiful, part of the fabric of sensational Sydney's' existence. Sadly, on one occasion I laid down on a boat seasick and sunburnt from deep sea fishing on one occasion as the little boat I was on had to go underneath it to take our group from out there somewhere back to Balmain wharf. You get the drift (sorry, terrible pun) and its existence is justified. Whether you like the Sydney Harbour Bridge or not, it is here to stay baby. read more

Our hotel was next to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, so visiting it was a must. At first we were lost in how to get to the level to walk across it. But after several minutes we found our way and off we went. The walk across the bridge is amazing. The view of each side of the harbor is beautiful. If I wasn't tired due to lack of any sleep the night before, I would have asked my partner that we explore the other side of harbor. We considered doing the Bridge Climb, but I am glad we walked across instead. Being tired, I would not have lasted the bridge climb. But this was a better choice. Beautiful views and it's free. read more

There are many things for a tourist to do in Sydney and much of it will cost money. When it comes to one of the most iconic structures in Sydney, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it is no different. You could cross the bridge in a car or on train as 100s of thousands do everyday, or you could slow down a little and check out the pylon lookout and museum. Sure, it is not going to cost you $200+ to climb the bridge, but for $11 you'll get one hell of a great view, a bit of history, and a chance to get out and about. What could be better? For me... heading to the Australian Heritage Hotel ( http://frid.co/nlqoc4 ) afterwards is the start of a great afternoon. So if you see a bit of blue sky, and have not been here yet, it is certainly worth a try. read more

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You know you are in Sydney when you can either see the Opera House or the Harbour Bridge. What better way to explore these icons than actually getting on top of one. Pylon Lookout is a vantage point lookout accessible from the Habour Bridge. You could walk on the pedestrian walkway of harbour bridge from either end (Rocks side or Milsons point side) to reach the Pylon at the middle of the bridge. It is a beautiful walkway and you can see the Sydney waterways and the CBD skyscrapers. Come and see the fantastic views of Sydney and see the Opera House from the Harbour Bridge! You're almost as high as the Westfield tower and can enjoy panoramic views of the city for around $11 only. There are 200 stairs to get to the top, but on the way there are 3 galleries where you can discover the history of the bridge. It is breathtaking to see the city. I recommend visiting Pylon in July around the closing time, so you can enjoy Sydney in twilight. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - View from the pedestrian walkway on Harbour Bridge, Rocks Side - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

One of the great Iconic buildings that stand out in Sydney, just a train ride away and you can see this extraordinary bridge, its foundations and it's history. Me and a partner climbed the bridge a year ago, it was an unforgettable experience! Climbing up before sunset, reaching sunset when you arrive to the center top part of the bridge, the views are just breathtaking showing all of Sydney's skylines, Botanical gardens, see everything in a miniature form. Just an amazing and great experience, would definitely recommend couples or just a group of mates to try out the adventure, it can be quite pricey. But it is something that would be on many peoples bucket lists! read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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It's nice to go by here in the morning before the crowds and ships come in. There's something so special and beautiful about this. Try doing this! read more

It is so beautiful any time of the day :) You can enjoy the view of Sydney Harbour Bridge from the Opera House / the Rocks/ Circular Quay or even the Northern part of Sydney. Similar to a lot of bridges in the world, you can cycle/ walk across to fully embrace the magnificence of the bridge ! Dont forget to stop by at the Pylon look-out ! (http://www.yelp.com/biz/sydney-harbour-bridge-pylon-lookout-the-rocks) read more

Great view of harbor for less effort and cost than walking up the bridge. Our day started at the Darling Harbor ferry dock for short trip to docks nearest Opera House (Circular Quay). Tour the opera house than lunch near The Rocks (shopping area nearby stairs). Climb up to bridge footpath to Pylon. See photo. After up/down then walk the rest the way over the bridge to Milsons Point Wharf to get return ferry to next destination. read more

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I don't know how anyone can call themselves a Sydneysider if they haven't yet walked across the Harbour Bridge. Whether it's a sunny afternoon stroll, a morning jog or a drunken stumble during the early hours of New Year's Day, when the trains are overloaded and you really want to get back into the city after watching the fireworks from the northern shoreline, it's a must! For visitors to Sydney, I would recommend catching the train to Milsons Point Station, right next to the stairs to the start of the walk walk (turn left at the turnstiles, then right to the stairs), then heading back south along the bridge, before continuing on to the Opera House and Royal Botanic Gardens. There's also a separate cycle way on the western side of the bridge. No views of the Opera House unfortunately, but it's clear of pesky pedestrians, and offers wonderful sunsets. read more

Another must-see iconic structure in Sydney. There's plenty of places to see this famous bridge - The Rocks, Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House to name a few. read more

Don't take the tunnel! The views aren't perfect, because you're in multiple-lane traffic. But it still beats being in a tube. You can see a bit of the Opera House, but more importantly you see the massive harbour and the beautiful setting of the city. Water and seafront housing everywhere, going up the slopes of the hills. Thousands of stylish houses with views of the water. Ferries and boats everywhere. Blue everywhere. It never gets old. read more

Was so excited to see the bridge ... its everything you think about when you see sydney on tv. It didnt dissapoint at all. Lovely area around the bridge too and we took a tall ship cruise around the harbour which took us directly under the bridge and it was amazing! read more

We'd received complimentary tickets for the Pylon when we did the BridgeClimb earlier in our trip and used them on our return to Sydney. We enjoyed the exhibition detailing the bridge's history on the levels leading up to the lookout balcony and the views from the top are pretty great. Not the same views or experience as the BridgeClimb but at $13 you can't say it's not good value for money! read more

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The view from the top is majestic. We climbed with a storm to the west, lightening and high winds adding another layer of excitement. If you get an opportunity take it in, you wont regret it! read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - An amazing experience! - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the iconic buildings in Sydney is always worth a visit. There are so many ways to cross this bridge but my favourite way is to walk because you can see the entire Sydney Harbour from up there. If you feel adventurous you should do the Bridge Climb, but be warned it's pricey and you are not allowed to bring your camera. I always enjoy walking over the bride and snap some pictures. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Sydney Harbour Bridge at night. I love Sydney. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

So much better value than the bridge climb. I'd have given it five stars if it weren't for the fact that they close the lookout at 5 p.m. The views of the city up there at night must be incredible! read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Snapped just a couple of days ago, using an iPod Touch 5th generation. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Can there be a bad day in Sydney? I don't think so. The sky is the bluest I have ever seen in a very long time. Perhaps the lack pollution really makes the sky prettier? Walking up and down the bridge is a great work out. Plus, it offers a great view of the Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. I can't believe how busy the harbour was on such a seemingly calm day! read more

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With risk of being biased as one who has already seen the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, I would like to share my opinion. Yes, it's one of the landmarks there and climbing it is quite the experience, but together with the opera house they form a phenomenal togetherness. I photo of those two side by side is a must. read more

Sydney Harbour Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Although heavy trucks shake the Bridge a bit, there's a bit of a thrill seeing the Harbour under you and snapping a photo at the mid point. A free, entertaining way to spend some time in SYD best followed by a cool cocktail at a Harbourside bar. read more