This is the gem at the top of Sydney’s crown. It's the best way to appreciate the contours of the Harbour and the spread of the city. There are two ways to get to the turret's Observation Deck - climb the 1504 stairs! - or ride to the top in one of three small, but fast, lifts. They power up the steel shaft of the tower in about 40 seconds to deposit you at the roof of Sydney for a 360-degree panorama you’ll never forget.

Standing 250 metres (820 feet) above the city streets, you encompass the breathtaking views of one of the world's most spectacular cities. Imagine if the first settlers were able to see such a view now! In the thriving city, everything looks neat: the tops of the fig trees in Hyde Park move in the wind like waves and the busy city streets seem to run smoothly.

You can now see Sydney Harbour Bridge as a bird does. Watch as ferries & yachts zoom around the stunning harbour. Watch cars and people going about their busy daily lives. Then cast your gaze around the horizon to see north towards the Central Coast of New South Wales, south towards the Royal National Park and Wollongong, and west all the way out to the distant Blue Mountains.

Towards Sydney airport the red tiled roofs of suburban bungalows stretch ever southwards, blue squares of swimming pools shimmering from grassy back yards. You might even catch a game of back yard cricket in action through the binoculars or see families enjoying time together in the many parks.