The Sydney Tower Eye is the city’s tallest building and the only 360-degree indoor observation deck in central Sydney, with views stretching up to 80 km — from the Blue Mountains in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east. For the brave, the outdoor Skywalk takes you to a glass platform 268 metres above the street, harnessed and guided. This complete Sydney Tower Eye guide covers tickets, opening hours, the difference between the Observation Deck and Skywalk, the 4D cinema experience, multi-attraction passes, dining options and the best times of day to visit.
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Sydney Tower Eye at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Westfield Sydney, Level 5, 108 Market Street |
| Tower height | 309 metres |
| Observation Deck | 250 metres above ground |
| Skywalk platform | 268 metres above ground |
| Opening hours | 10am–8pm daily (last entry 7pm) |
| Adult ticket (online) | From AU$22 |
| Skywalk add-on | From AU$45 |
| 4D cinema | Included with Observation Deck |
| Average visit length | 1 hour |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes (Observation Deck) |
About Sydney Tower Eye
Sydney Tower (originally known as Centrepoint Tower) opened in 1981 and was rebranded as the Sydney Tower Eye in 2011. At 309 metres tall, it remains Sydney’s highest structure and the second-highest free-standing observation tower in the southern hemisphere. The tower features a unique 162-tonne golden turret atop a slender concrete shaft, and the structure has been engineered to withstand earthquakes and 30 cm of sway in 90 mph winds.
The Sydney Tower Eye is operated by Merlin Entertainments — the same operator as SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and Madame Tussauds — and combo tickets are available for big savings.
Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
The standard ticket gets you to the Observation Deck 250 metres above street level. The 360-degree indoor viewing platform lets you see:
- The Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge to the north
- The Pacific Ocean (and on clear days, the silhouettes of cargo ships) to the east
- Bondi Beach to the south-east
- The Sydney Cricket Ground, Centennial Park and the Eastern Suburbs
- The Blue Mountains 70 km to the west
- The Botany Bay industrial area and Sydney Airport to the south
The deck has digital interactive maps explaining what you’re looking at, and the experience includes 8 themed digital photos at different viewing stations.
4D Cinema
The included 4D cinema runs continuously, projecting a 12-minute Sydney sights and history film with surround sound, vibrating seats, water spray and bubble effects. Best done at the start of your visit.
Sydney Tower Eye Skywalk
The Sydney Skywalk is the outdoor adrenaline experience. The 60-minute guided walk takes you out onto a glass platform 268 metres above the street, harnessed and accompanied by a trained guide. The Skywalk loops the entire turret, offering uninterrupted views to the Pacific Ocean and the Harbour. On a clear day you can see beyond the Blue Mountains to the Greater Blue Mountains National Park.
Skywalk requirements
- Minimum age: 10 years
- Maximum age: No upper limit
- Maximum weight: 130 kg
- Pregnancy: Not allowed
- Children 10–17: Must be accompanied by a guardian aged 18+; one adult per 10-year-old, one adult per three children aged 11–17
- Solo bookings: Not permitted — you must book at least 2 people
- Footwear: Closed-toe shoes mandatory; complimentary loaners available if needed
- Clothing: Pants or shorts; no skirts, dresses or open-leg garments
- Personal items: Phones and cameras NOT allowed; the in-house photographer takes group photos
- Health: Mild fitness; no heart conditions; sober (zero-alcohol policy)
The Skywalk ticket includes Observation Deck entry — so plan around 90 minutes for the combined experience.
Sydney Tower Eye prices 2026
| Ticket | Online price | Gate price | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck (adult) | From AU$22 | AU$32 | Observation Deck + 4D cinema + 8 digital photos |
| Sydney Tower Eye (child 3–15) | From AU$15 | AU$22 | Same as adult |
| Skywalk only | From AU$45 | AU$95 | Outdoor 60-min walk + harness + Observation Deck |
| 2-attraction Combo | From AU$68 | — | Tower + WILD LIFE / SEA LIFE / Tussauds |
| 4-attraction Sydney Big Ticket | From AU$120 | — | Tower + SEA LIFE + WILD LIFE + Tussauds |
| Family pass (2A + 2K) | From AU$72 | AU$108 | Observation Deck |
Always book online for the early-bird discount. iVenture, klook and the official sydneytowereye.com.au all offer similar online pricing.
What’s included with your ticket
The Observation Deck experience includes:
- Express elevator to the 5-second observation deck
- 360-degree indoor viewing platform with interactive maps
- 4D cinema (12 minutes, runs continuously)
- 8 themed digital photos at different viewing stations (downloadable)
- Audio guide in 12 languages (Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Hindi)
- Free Wi-Fi on the deck
- Souvenir gift shop
Sydney Tower Eye dining
The Sydney Tower has dining at three levels:
360 Bar & Dining (Level 4 of the tower)
The revolving restaurant. The 360 Bar & Dining Room is the highest revolving restaurant in the southern hemisphere, completing a full rotation every 70 minutes. Modern Australian cuisine; lunch from AU$95, dinner tasting menu AU$165. Reservations essential.
Studio Sydney Tower
The casual sister venue, lower in the tower. Pizza, pasta, sharing plates from AU$28 mains. No reservations required.
Tower Eye Bar
The cocktail bar level — open-air balcony for cocktails on warm evenings. Cocktails AU$22–28.
If you book the Sydney Tower Lunch + Eye package, you get Observation Deck access plus a buffet lunch in 360 from AU$135 per adult.
How to get to Sydney Tower Eye
Sydney Tower Eye sits in the central CBD inside the Westfield Sydney shopping centre on Pitt Street.
- Train: St James (T4 line, 2 min walk), Town Hall (T1/T2/T3 lines, 5 min walk), Wynyard (T1, 6 min walk)
- Light rail: Pitt Street stop (1 min walk)
- Bus: Most CBD buses stop along Pitt or George Streets
- Walking: 5 min from Hyde Park, 10 min from Circular Quay, 8 min from Darling Harbour
- Parking: Wilsons or Secure Parking under Westfield Sydney; AU$15–25 per hour, AU$60+ per day
Entry is via the Westfield Sydney Pitt Street Mall entrance, then escalator to Level 5.
Best time to visit Sydney Tower Eye
- Sunset (best for photographers): Arrive 60 minutes before sunset; the Observation Deck stays open until 8pm so you can see the city light up.
- Mid-afternoon (best for clarity): 2–4pm sees the most reliable visibility on a clear day.
- Avoid mid-morning fog in winter — Sydney can have low cloud until 11am in June–July.
- Weekday mornings at 10–11am have the smallest queues.
- Skywalk: Skywalk takes 60 minutes, departing approximately every 30 minutes. Best in clear weather; cancelled in lightning or high winds.
Sydney Tower Eye with kids
- Observation Deck is family-friendly (all ages welcome)
- Skywalk minimum age is 10
- Stroller accessible on the Observation Deck
- The 4D cinema runs short, kid-friendly films
- Multi-attraction passes save 20–60% for families combining with SEA LIFE or WILD LIFE
- Baby-change facilities at Westfield Sydney level 5
Combo ticket savings
Sydney Tower Eye is one of four Merlin attractions in central Sydney. The Sydney Big Ticket bundles all four (Sydney Tower Eye + SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium + WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo + Madame Tussauds) for around AU$120 — a 50% saving over individual tickets. Combo options:
- 2 attractions: AU$68 — Sydney Tower + 1 other (40% saving)
- 3 attractions: AU$95 — 50% saving
- 4 attractions (Big Ticket): AU$120 — 60% saving
- iVenture Pass options: 3, 5 or 10 attraction passes valid 30 days
Photography at Sydney Tower Eye
- Phones and cameras allowed on the Observation Deck
- Phones and cameras NOT allowed on Skywalk (in-house photographer takes group/individual shots; download pack AU$30)
- Tripods welcome on the Observation Deck
- The 4D cinema is the most photogenic interior moment
- Best Observation Deck shots: north-facing window for Opera House + Harbour Bridge composition; south-facing for Bondi to Botany Bay
Sydney Tower Eye vs other observation experiences
- Sydney Tower Eye: 250m, 360° indoor + outdoor Skywalk add-on, 80 km views
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout / BridgeMuseum: 87m, panoramic outdoor platform, similar harbour views, AU$25 (vs AU$22 for Tower) — but more focused on the harbour rather than the wider city
- BridgeClimb Sydney summit: 134m, outdoor walk on the bridge arch, much more expensive (AU$308+) but includes the iconic Bridge climbing experience
- Smoke Bar (Crown Sydney level 26): Skyline cocktail view at AU$28 a cocktail; no entry charge but you must order something
- Mrs Macquarie’s Chair: Free, ground-level harbour foreshore — the classic Opera House + Bridge composition
Frequently asked questions
How much does Sydney Tower Eye cost?
Online adult tickets to the Observation Deck start at AU$22 (gate price AU$32). Children 3–15 from AU$15 online. Skywalk is AU$45 online (AU$95 gate) and includes Observation Deck entry. Multi-attraction combos save 40–60%.
Is Sydney Tower Eye worth it?
Yes for most travellers — the 360-degree views from 250m are unique in Sydney, and on a clear day the visibility extends 80 km to the Blue Mountains. Combine with SEA LIFE, WILD LIFE and Madame Tussauds on the Sydney Big Ticket for the best value if you have multiple attractions on your list.
How long does Sydney Tower Eye take?
Allow 1 hour for the Observation Deck experience including the 4D cinema. Add 60 minutes if you book the Skywalk. The 360 Bar & Dining lunch or dinner adds another 90 minutes.
Can kids do the Sydney Skywalk?
Yes — Skywalk’s minimum age is 10 years. Children 10–17 must be accompanied by a guardian aged 18+: one adult per 10-year-old, or one adult per three children aged 11–17.
What’s the difference between Sydney Tower Eye and Sydney Skywalk?
The Observation Deck is the indoor 360-degree viewing platform at 250m. The Skywalk is an outdoor 60-minute guided walk on a glass platform 268m above the street, harnessed and accompanied by a guide. Skywalk tickets include Observation Deck access; the standard Observation Deck ticket does not include Skywalk.
Can you take photos at Sydney Tower Eye?
Yes on the Observation Deck — phones, cameras and tripods are welcome. Photos are NOT allowed on the outdoor Skywalk for safety reasons (the in-house photographer takes group shots; AU$30 photo pack).
What’s the Sydney Tower Eye 4D cinema?
A 12-minute 4D film about Sydney’s sights and history, included with every Observation Deck ticket. Surround sound, vibrating seats, water spray and bubble effects. Runs continuously throughout the day.
Is Sydney Tower Eye accessible?
Yes. The Observation Deck is fully wheelchair accessible via express elevators. The 4D cinema has wheelchair-accessible seating. The Skywalk is not currently wheelchair accessible due to the harness and walking surface design.
Plan more of your Sydney trip
For more on the surrounding area, see our deep dives on the Sydney Opera House tour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb, Darling Harbour attractions, the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and our overall top things to do in Sydney, where to stay in Sydney, and Sydney transport guide.
Helpful resources for planning your Sydney trip
For the very latest information on opening hours, ticketing and transport, the following official resources are kept up to date:
- Sydney Tower Eye official
- Sydney Tower Skywalk
- Sydney Big Ticket combo
- Westfield Sydney
- Tourism Australia
- Sydney.com
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