How tall is the Sydney Tower?

From the top of the spire, Sydney Tower is 309 metres tall. The Sydney Tower Eye observation deck is a little lower at 250 metres. However, there is one way for visitors to go a little higher than that.

To skip the explanation and book tickets for the Sydney Tower Eye observation deck, step this way. For tickets to the Skywalk experience, head here. For the Skyfeast all-you-can eat buffet in the revolving restaurant, book here.

What is the tallest building in Sydney, Australia?

The Sydney Tower is the tallest building in Sydney, Australia. It was formerly known as the Centrepoint Tower and access is via the Westfield shopping centre on Pitt Street and Market Street in Sydney CBD.

13 brilliant experiences in Sydney you should book

The Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains.

(💲Great value 💲) Tick off several bucket list items on a highlights-packed Blue Mountains day tour.
Get perfect views of the world’s most beautiful city on a Sydney Harbour helicopter tour.
Save money with a multi-attraction pass.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy the romance of a tall ship cruise on Sydney Harbour.
Eat all you can at the Skyfeast at the top of Sydney Tower.
See migrating humpbacks – on a whale-watching cruise.
(Highly recommended ✅) Go behind the scenes of Australia’s most famous building on an Opera House tour.
Dine as the city lights up on sunset dinner cruise around the harbour.
Combine beers and stories on a historic pubs tour through the convict-era Rocks district.
Stand on your board and catch waves during Bondi Beach surfing lessons.
Go to wombat and kangaroo-spotting hotspots on a Southern Highlands tour.
Enjoy Sydney’s wild side on a Manly snorkelling & nature walk.
(🥇Top choice in Sydney) And, best of all, paddle to hidden beaches on a harbour kayaking adventure.

How tall is the Sydney Tower?

The height of the Sydney Tower to the very top of the spire is 309 metres. However, the highest part that the public can access is the Skywalk. This is an open air platform extending over the main structure of the observation deck, and the only way to visit is on a guided tour. You’ll be suited up with safety harnesses before being allowed to peer over the edge.

How high is the Sydney Tower Skywalk?

The height of the Sydney Tower Skywalk is 268 metres. The observation deck, just below it, is known as the Sydney Tower Eye.

The height of the Sydney Tower Eye observation deck is 250 metres.

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Taronga Zoo – the zoo with harbour views (and plenty of cute Aussie animals)
Sydney Opera House – official walking tour. See behind the scenes!
Wild Life Sydney – Aussie animal favourites in convenient Darling Harbour location. Perfect if on limited time.
Sydney Cricket Ground – behind the scenes secrets tour.
Sydney Tower Eye – 360 degree views from 250 metres above the city.

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Sydney Tower Eye ticket prices

At the time of writing, ticket prices for the Sydney Tower Eye observation deck cost $24.80. These tickets should be booked online.

The Skywalk at the Sydney Tower costs $89, and includes entry to the observation deck. Again, book online rather than risk disappointment turning up on the day.

Sydney Tower restaurant

Also at the Sydney Tower Eye, just below the observation deck, are Bar 83 – Sydney’s highest cocktail bar – and a revolving restaurant. The Skyfeast experience in the revolving restaurant is a lavish buffet, with plenty of impressive local seafood and meats, conducted with 360 degree, every-changing views of the city.

Booking online for the Skyfeast is essential, and tickets cost $100.

Other top things to do in Sydney include going on a harbour cruise, walking across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and doing a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sydney Opera House.

All prices are correct at the time of writing, but subject to change in the future.