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Sydney Tower Eye, the viewing attraction inside Sydney Tower, lifts you above the CBD for 360-degree views from 250 m (820 ft) over Hyde Park, Darling Harbour, and the harbor icons. Locals may still call the tower Centrepoint Tower, but the view is the same sharp city compass.
Start with a timed Observation Deck ticket for the easiest visit, and upgrade to SKYWALK if you want the guided open-air thrill at 268 m (879 ft).
Start with a timed Observation Deck ticket for the easiest visit, and upgrade to SKYWALK if you want the guided open-air thrill at 268 m (879 ft).
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Observation Deck and SKYWALK tickets
Best for most visitors: choose standard deck entry for a simple skyline stop, or SKYWALK when you want a guided outdoor route around the tower.Sydney Tower Eye: Entry with Observation Deck
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Skywalk at The Sydney Tower Eye: Ticket & Tour
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Sydney Tower Eye: Entry Ticket + SKYWALK
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Sydney Tower Eye general admission tickets
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Sydney attraction passes
Choose a pass if you also want nearby Darling Harbour attractions, with more flexibility than stacking every stop into one afternoon.Sydney: Combo Pass for 2, 3, or 4 Top City Attractions
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Sydney: Ultimate City Pass for 4 Attractions with Skywalk
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SkyFeast dining tickets
Use this if the revolving-restaurant view is the main event and you want lunch or dinner built around the tower rather than a quick deck visit.Sydney Tower: SkyFeast Buffet
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More dining and VIP experiences
Browse here for provider-specific dining, VIP, or specialty formats that sit outside the main ticket and pass groups.Sydney: Unlimited Skyfeast at Sydney Tower
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Sydney: Infinity by Mark Best Sydney Tower Dining Experience
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7 tips for visiting the Sydney Tower
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Book before you arrive
If you want the smoothest start, book a timed ticket before you reach Westfield Sydney. Current slots get you into the Level 5 attraction entrance, not straight to the glass, so busy lifts can still add waiting. Having the ticket ready keeps small queue moments from taking over your visit.
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Use early slots for calm
If quiet windows matter, aim for the earliest opening slots. If photos matter more, late afternoon gives warmer light over Hyde Park and the harbor, but you will share the glass with more sunset hunters. Choosing your priority first saves that awkward lap around every window.
3
Go straight to Level 5
The fastest route is usually the Market Street entrance, then the lifts to Level 5 and the food-court corridor. If you land on Level 4, you have found SkyFeast, not the admissions desk. One extra floor saves a surprisingly common Westfield loop.
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Treat SKYWALK separately
If SKYWALK is your priority, build the day around it. You need to arrive 45 minutes early, bring photo ID, and book with at least one other person; during December and January school holidays, leave 60 minutes. That buffer protects the moment you came for.
5
Pack for glass platforms
If you are doing SKYWALK, keep pockets simple: phones, cameras, wallets, and other loose items stay off the outdoor platforms. Small lockers are provided for SKYWALK valuables, and guides take the photos outside. That way you can look down without worrying about what might fall.
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Use passes for Darling Harbour
The Sydney Big Ticket is useful if you also want SEA LIFE Sydney, Wild Life Sydney, or Madame Tussauds Sydney. Multi-attraction passes can be valid for up to 60 days, so you do not have to stack every indoor stop after the tower. That keeps the skyline finish from feeling rushed.
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Keep a weather fallback
If clouds close in, do not panic-book something across town. The tower's Weather Promise can allow a return within 7 days for bad weather on eligible tickets, and Westfield Sydney keeps you dry while you regroup. This turns a gray view into a flexible pause.
Choosing your Sydney Tower Eye ticket
The ticket choice changes the whole rhythm of your visit. Decide whether you want a simple skyline stop, an outdoor thrill, a multi-attraction day, or a meal above the CBD before you pick a time slot.
Observation Deck entry
Best for first-time visitors, families, and anyone short on time: standard entry takes you to the indoor Observation Deck, 250 m (820 ft) above the streets. You can circle the glass at your own pace, pick out Hyde Park, the harbor, and Darling Harbour, then head back into the CBD without committing half a day. Choose this when the view is enough. Book now.
SKYWALK tickets
Choose SKYWALK if you want the tower to feel physical, not just panoramic. The guided 60-minute outdoor route steps onto glass platforms at 268 m (879 ft), with the CBD directly below and the harbor opening beyond the rooftops. It needs early check-in, photo ID, and a two-person booking, so treat it as the main event. Book now.
Attraction passes
Great when your Sydney plan includes the Darling Harbour cluster. A Sydney attraction pass can link Sydney Tower Eye with SEA LIFE Sydney, Wild Life Sydney, and Madame Tussauds Sydney, and the validity window gives you breathing room. Use the tower as your skyline anchor, then spread the indoor stops over a wetter day or a family-friendly afternoon. Book now.
Dining and VIP formats
Choose a dining or VIP format when the view should stretch into the meal. SkyFeast, Infinity, and Bar 83 sit in the same tower world, but their entrances and levels can differ from the Level 5 viewing attraction, so read your voucher before you enter Westfield Sydney. This is the slower, occasion-led version of the tower. Book now.
Views and story of Sydney Tower
Sydney Tower is more than a high window. Its height, location, and engineering turn the CBD into a map you can actually read, from Hyde Park below to the blue edge of the mountains on clear days.
The high view over the CBD
The indoor deck sits high enough to reorder the city in your head. St Mary's Cathedral and Hyde Park sit close below, Darling Harbour opens west, and the harbor icons pull your eye north. On clear days, the view can stretch up to 80 km (50 miles), which is why the tower works so well before a ground-level walk.
The tower behind the attraction
The complex grew in stages: the first shops opened in 1972, the office component followed in 1974, and Sydney Tower opened to the public in September 1981. At 309 m (1,014 ft), it has remained Sydney's tallest structure, even while locals kept using old nicknames like Centrepoint Tower. That mix of retail maze and skyline symbol is part of its character.
Engineering details worth noticing
The golden turret holds restaurants, the Observation Deck, plant levels, and telecommunications spaces, all reached by double-deck lifts. The tower's 420 windows are cleaned by a semi-automatic machine, and a water-tank damping system helps steady the structure. You do not need to love engineering to enjoy that detail, but it makes the calm deck feel a little more impressive.
Pair the skyline with street level
After the deck, keep the next stop close. Hyde Park and Hyde Park Barracks make a clean history-and-green-space route, while Australian Museum is useful for families or rainy weather. If you want the landmarks you spotted from above, save Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge for a slower harbor route rather than a rushed same-hour dash.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I plan for Sydney Tower Eye?
For the Observation Deck, plan around 60 to 90 minutes. SKYWALK adds a 60-minute guided outdoor experience plus the early check-in time, so it needs a longer block.
Read more.Which ticket should I book first?
Book standard Observation Deck entry if you mainly want the view. Choose SKYWALK if the outdoor glass-platform walk is the reason you are visiting, or a combo pass if you also want Darling Harbour attractions.
Read more.Is Sydney Tower Eye the same as Sydney Tower?
Sydney Tower is the 309 m (1,014 ft) tower. Sydney Tower Eye is the viewing attraction on the upper level. You may also hear local names like Centrepoint Tower, Westfield Centrepoint Tower, or Sydney Skytower.
Read more.Is SKYWALK included with a normal ticket?
No. General admission covers the indoor Observation Deck. SKYWALK is a separate guided outdoor ticket, and it includes Observation Deck access before and after the walk.
Read more.Can solo travelers book SKYWALK?
Usually no. SKYWALK bookings require at least 2 guests, and solo participants cannot join an existing group unless they can show that they know the other person.
Read more.Can I take my phone or camera on SKYWALK?
No. Phones, cameras, wallets, and other loose items stay off the SKYWALK platforms. Free lockers are provided for valuables, and guides take photos outside.
Read more.Is Sydney Tower Eye wheelchair accessible?
The Observation Deck is wheelchair- and pram-friendly, with accessible toilets and seating. SKYWALK is different: guests must complete the outdoor walk unassisted, and walking aids cannot be used on the platform.
Read more.What is the best time to avoid crowds?
Early morning is the safest crowd-light choice. The busiest named period is December 26 to January 10, when waits can be longer even with timed tickets.
Read more.Can I combine Sydney Tower Eye with other attractions?
Yes. The easiest pass pairings are SEA LIFE Sydney, Wild Life Sydney, and Madame Tussauds Sydney. For a short walking route instead, pair the tower with Hyde Park or Hyde Park Barracks.
Read more.What happens if the weather is bad?
The indoor deck still works in mixed weather, but visibility can drop. Eligible tickets may use the Weather Promise for a return within 7 days after heavy rain, smoke, strong wind, thunderstorms, or whiteout conditions.
Read more.Sydney's highest observation decks
Photo
Building
Total height
Height of observation deck
Open since
Sydney
Sydney TowerSydney | Australia
309m#1 in Sydney#2 in Australia#47 worldwide
250m#1 in Sydney#2 in Australia#51 worldwide
1981
Australia
Eureka TowerMelbourne | Australia
297m#3 in Australia#53 worldwide
282m#1 in Australia#35 worldwide
2006
Q1Gold Coast | Australia
323m#1 in Australia#43 worldwide
235m#3 in Australia#53 worldwide
2005
worldwide
Empire State BuildingNew York | USA
443m#3 in USA#17 worldwide
373m#3 in USA#14 worldwide
1931
Eiffel TowerParis | France
324m#1 in France#42 worldwide
276m#1 in France#36 worldwide
1889
Sydney Tower is number 1 in Sydney and number 51 on the worldwide list of the tallest buildings with an observation deck.
General information
opening hours
Current live hours checked on April 22, 2026 showed 11 am to 7 pm, with last entry at 6 pm. Hours and SKYWALK sessions can change for season, sunset timing, school holidays, and events. If you hold a combo or third-party ticket, reserve a time slot before you arrive.
tickets
Current published starting prices, checked on April 22, 2026:
- Observation Deck general admission: online from AUD 29, on-the-day adult price up to AUD 42
- Admission + VR Tower Coaster: online from AUD 39
- SKYWALK + Observation Deck: online from AUD 84, up to AUD 99
- Ultimate Sydney Pass with SKYWALK and 4 attractions: online from AUD 108
Prices can change with capacity and demand. The attraction is cashless, children aged 0-1 enter free, and guests under 16 need an adult aged 18 or older.
- Observation Deck general admission: online from AUD 29, on-the-day adult price up to AUD 42
- Admission + VR Tower Coaster: online from AUD 39
- SKYWALK + Observation Deck: online from AUD 84, up to AUD 99
- Ultimate Sydney Pass with SKYWALK and 4 attractions: online from AUD 108
Prices can change with capacity and demand. The attraction is cashless, children aged 0-1 enter free, and guests under 16 need an adult aged 18 or older.
address
Sydney Tower Eye
Retail Level 5, Westfield Sydney
108 Market Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Retail Level 5, Westfield Sydney
108 Market Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
website
Official site: https://www.sydneytowereye.com.au/
how to get there
The closest rail anchors are St James, Town Hall, and Martin Place. St James is about a 2-minute walk west, while Town Hall and Martin Place are usually 5 to 10 minutes away on foot. Gadigal Station is about 7 minutes away, and taxi or rideshare drop-off works best at Market Street with Pitt Street or Castlereagh Street.
accessibility
The Observation Deck route is wheelchair-, pram-, and mobility-friendly, with accessible toilets, changing facilities, and seating on the deck. A small number of wheelchairs can be borrowed at admissions with photo ID, first come, first served. Large motorized wheelchairs may not fit every lift or area, and SKYWALK participants must complete the outdoor walk unassisted without walking sticks or frames.
lockers
There is no cloakroom or large-item storage for the Observation Deck. Luggage can come up with you, but it must stay with you at all times, and prams may be left at the podium before the lift. Small lockers are available for SKYWALK guests because loose items cannot go onto the outdoor platforms.
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