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Sea Life Sydney AquariumvsSydney Opera House
Both are endorsed by writers. Overall, Sydney Opera House scores significantly better than Sea Life Sydney Aquarium. Sydney Opera House comes in at 97 with approval from 8 publications including Michelin Guide, concierge.com and Fodor's.
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
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Concierge
Time Out
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Fodor's "The larger and more modern of Sydney's public aquariums presents a fascinating view of the underwater world, with saltwater crocodiles, giant sea turtles, and delicate, multicolor fish." Full review
Concierge "Giant stingrays, sharks, huge turtles, and thousands of fish swim right over your head as you walk through this aquarium's feature attraction, an underwater glass tunnel."
Time Out "Highlights include Shark Valley, the Great Barrier Reef exhibit, Japanese Spider crabs and the Bay of Rays." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The star attractions are the Shark Walk, a 165m tunnel submerged at the bottom of a tank housing sharks, rays and Queensland groper, and an immersive "penguin expedition" by boat." Full review
Afar Magazine "Aquariums are a must for ocean lovers. Yes, Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium is located in the touristy hub of Darling Harbour, but the unique species and ecosystems that you can view make it..." Full review
Frommer's "The main attractions are the underwater walkways through two enormous tanks...other exhibits include a section on the Great Barrier Reef, where thousands of colorful fish school around coral outcrops." Full review
Sydney Opera House Fodor's Concierge
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler Afar Magazine Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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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 "A cutting-edge array of musical and dance performances are on view at the six indoor theaters."
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 "The Sydney Opera House and its signature silhouette symbolizes modern Australia." Full review
Afar Magazine "If possible, grab tickets to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, Sydney Symphony Orchestra or The Australian Ballet." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"After a difficult start it became the emblematic monument for an entire country, and a cultural mecca." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Don’t let the name fool you—there’s a lot more than just arias going on under the swooping, cantilevered roofs of Australia’s most famous architectural landmark." Full review
The Telegraph "Perched at the very end of Bennelong Point is Australia’s most recognizable building and she won’t disappoint you." Full review
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Whenever I come to see a show, I make sure to arrive early, get some dumplings and rice paper rolls from Miss Chu, a chilled glass of Riesling from the Opera Bar, and perch myself along the harbour’s edge, with The Bridge to my left and The House to my right.
Travel + Leisure "This stunning building is home to classical music, theater, dance, and opera performances as well as indoor and outdoor dining"
Sydney Travel Guide
August 6, 2021
Frommer's "Only a handful of buildings around the world are as architecturally and culturally significant as the Sydney Opera House." Full review
