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Sydney Opera House vs Manly Beach

Both are praised by professional travelers. On balance, Sydney Opera House scores significantly better than Manly Beach. Sydney Opera House ranks #1 in Sydney with approval from 9 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.

Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
9 / 10
Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Sydney's most famous landmark (listed as a World Heritage site in 2007) had such a long and troubled construction phase that it's almost a miracle that the building was ever completed." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"A cutting-edge array of musical and dance performances are on view at the six indoor theaters."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Overcome with admiration for the Sydney Opera House, notable architect Louis Kahn said, ‘The sun did not know how beautiful its light was until it was reflected off this building.’." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Sydney Opera House and its signature silhouette symbolizes modern Australia." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If possible, grab tickets to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, Sydney Symphony Orchestra or The Australian Ballet." Full review
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Manly Beach
Manly Beach
8 / 10
Steyne St, Sydney, New South Wales
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The Bondi Beach of the north shore, Manly caters to everyone except those who want to get away from it all." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Sydney's second most famous beach stretches for nearly two golden kilometres, lined by Norfolk Island pines and scrappy midrise apartment blocks." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Lined by an impressive collection of pine trees, and features three main beaches, lovely bays, and a good collection of snack shacks and bars with a view." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Possibly the best known beach to tourists after Bondi Beach, Manly’s long stretch of golden sand is said to have been the location of the first Surf Life Saving Club in the world." Full review