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Sydney’s iconic Taronga Zoo is home to a host of amazing animals! It’s also got one of the most impressive views of Sydney Harbour around. Your Taronga Zoo ticket will get you up close and personal with Australia’s famous wildlife, including koalas, red kangaroos, and tree kangaroos. From further afield, you’ll find Sumatran tigers, Asian elephants, giraffes, and our primate cousins – gorillas and chimpanzees. There’s over 4,000 animals inside and more than 20 keeper talks a day. Discover the zoo’s work on conservation and rehabilitation across nine different trails, including Australian Walkabout, African Safari, Big Cats Trail, and more.

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Embark on a journey where culture, history, and architecture converge in the 'Discover Sydney's Essence' audio tour, specifically designed for explorers passionate about uncovering the soul of Australia's crown jewel, Sydney. With the ticket to Sydney Tower Eye included, listeners will set off on an adventure that promises to enrich their understanding of this illustrious city. The tour unfurls from the soaring heights of the Sydney Tower Eye, Sydney's tallest structure, and meanders through the city's veins, encompassing exquisite sites such as the Queen Victoria Building, The Rocks, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, before finding tranquility at St Mary's Cathedral. Along the way, travelers get to absorb the narratives of vibrant locales like the Sydney Observatory, the colonial echoes at Hyde Park Barracks, and the stately Parliament House. Participants will be left with indelible impressions of Sydney's majestic skyline, the intricate craftsmanship of heritage buildings, and the bustling heritage of The Rocks' cobbled laneways. Although an audio guide within the Sydney Tower Eye is not part of this experience, the sweeping panoramas from its summit will make for an unforgettable starting point to what promises to be an awe-inspiring exploration.

Australia is famous for its magnificent marine life, from the colourful coral-dwellers of the Great Barrier Reef to the region's multitude of sharks, mammals, and birds. Get a first-hand glimpse into this beautiful biodiversity with SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium tickets. Explore **14 themed zones** and meet amazing creatures from Australia's waters and beyond.

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This self-guided audio walk explores Sydney through its memorials, fountains, and historic corners, making it a great fit for first-time visitors who enjoy history, public art, and city landscapes. You will hear the story of places you can actually see around you, from grand civic buildings to bronze statues, stone monuments, shady lawns, and splashing water. The route begins at Sydney Masonic Centre on Goulburn Street, a bold modern landmark at the southern edge of the city. From there, you head into the Hyde Park area to the Emden Gun, a striking wartime relic captured from the German raider SMS Emden during the First World War. You then continue north to Frazer Fountain, with its carved stone and running water, and to the quieter Sandringham Memorial Garden and Fountain, where paths, trees, and flower beds soften the busy city around you. The walk carries on to the statue of William Bede Dalley, a reminder of colonial politics and Sydney’s 19th-century public life, before ending at the Robert Burns Memorial near the park’s northern end. Along the way, the most memorable moments include standing beside a real naval gun from wartime history, listening to fountains in the middle of the city, and seeing how Hyde Park layers remembrance, greenery, and urban life into one easy walk.
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About Sandringham Memorial Garden and Fountain
Address
110 Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000Open in Google MapsOpening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Sandringham Memorial Garden and Fountain is a small, secluded space within Sydney’s Hyde Park. Associated with Queen Elizabeth II, the memorial reflects the city’s historical ties to the British monarchy; its name recalls Sandringham, the royal estate in England. Today, its appeal is as much about everyday use as commemoration. A walkway curves around the garden, while the fountain provides a focal point and a gentle backdrop for a break from the surrounding city streets. Benches and stone steps offer places to sit, and seasonal flowers bring changing colour. From the garden, visitors can also look toward St Mary’s Cathedral. Together, these features make it a peaceful corner of one of Sydney’s best-known public parks.
Before you enter
- Check the weather: the garden is outdoors and offers limited shelter from rain.
- Allow time to find this smaller garden within Hyde Park.
- Bring water or a takeaway lunch if you plan to sit for a while.
What to expect
- Expect a compact garden, not a large landscaped attraction.
- Look for the fountain, curved walkway, benches and stone steps.
- St Mary’s Cathedral is visible from parts of the garden.
- You may spot ibises visiting the area.
During your visit
- Keep voices low; many visitors come here for a quiet break.
- Use the benches or steps to pause without blocking the walkway.
- Take a moment to notice the seasonal flowers and cathedral view.
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