Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Rocks Overview
Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the most recognizable man-made structures in the world, and is undoubtedly one of Sydney's most famous icons. The bridge, affectionately known as 'the Coathanger', took 1400 workers (16 of whom were killed in the process) eight years to complete and was officially opened in1932. Thrill-seekers can do the BRIDGECLIMB - a guided walk to the top of the 50-story-high bridge, over the cars and trains rumbling across the deck below. The area at the foot of the bridge is known as The Rocks and is recognized as Sydney's historical birthplace. The area was the site of the first landing from Plymouth, England in 1788; today The Rocks is a busy area consisting of cafes, restaurants, galleries, museums and countless souvenir shops. Among the district's most significant historic buildings are the Hero of Waterloo Inn, the Sydney Observatory, Cadman's Cottage, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Merchants' House, Garrison Church and Susannah Place.
Contact Addresses
BRIDGECLIMB: 5 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Tel: (02) 8274 7777
Website: www.bridgeclimb.com
Pylon Lookout: South East Pylon, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Tel: (02) 9240 1100
Website: www.pylonlookout.com.au
The Rocks: Sydney Visitor Center, 106 George Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000, Sydney, Australia
Tel: (02) 9240 8788
Website: www.rocksvillage.com or www.sydneyvisitorcenter.com or www.viewsydney.com
Transportation
Air: Sydney Airport. Rail: Train: Circular Quay Station. Road: Bus: Public services.
Location
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