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Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck vs Sydney Opera House

Sydney Tower Eye and Skywalk and Sydney Opera House are both praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Sydney Opera House ranks significantly better than Sydney Tower Eye and Skywalk. Sydney Opera House ranks #1 in Sydney with praise from 9 publications such as Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Michelin Guide.

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
9 / 10
100 Market Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Short of taking a scenic flight, a visit to the top of this 309-meter (1,000 foot) golden-turret-topped spike is the best way to see Sydney's spectacular layout." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"It's been dominating the skyline for a quarter of a century, as both the highest point in the city and the highest observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This addition to the Sydney thrill scene is a heart-stopping experience that is definitely not for people who are scared of heights." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"View Sydney in all its breathtaking glory from Sydney Tower Eye and the Observation Deck." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Take an elevator to get to this bird’s-eye-viewing deck. It’s the perfect perch for catching a glimpse of the planes as they take off and land." Full review
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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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