Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

North Sydney travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Sydney

With a population of 4.63 million, North Sydney is the largest city in New South Wales, Australia by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything North Sydney has to offer.

Where to Eat in North Sydney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Miji Bar & Grill (100 Miller St t25) and LB's Restaurant (17 Blue St) are great picks.

When to visit North Sydney

North Sydney in May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Sydney in May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Sydney

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 7 miles from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to North Sydney include Air Canada, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest flight to North Sydney from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 15h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 3 miles from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and No Birds, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 7 miles from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to North Sydney include Air Canada, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest flight to North Sydney from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 15h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 3 miles from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and No Birds, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near North Sydney

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving North Sydney

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,532 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,019 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,026 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,417 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,583 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,061 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,318 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,406 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 reviews)
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Where to stay in North Sydney

Average rates range from around C$ 181 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 214 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of North Sydney

Most booked hotels in North Sydney

View Sydney
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 169+
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 157+
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Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 155+
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Pullman Sydney Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 164+
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ibis Sydney Airport
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 111+
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Renting a car in North Sydney

Expect to pay C$ 1.49 per litre in North Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.84 and C$ 23.78. The most frequently booked car type in North Sydney is Full-size (Toyota Highlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.49 per litre in North Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.84 and C$ 23.78. The most frequently booked car type in North Sydney is Full-size (Toyota Highlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.