The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Sydney's most iconic sights. From the Bridge you get uninterrupted view of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House.

Affectionately known by locals as ‘the coat hanger’, due to its arch-shaped design, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most iconic sights.

When the Bridge opened in 1932, it was considered the greatest engineering masterpiece of its time. Today it remains the world’s widest long-span bridge and highest steel-arch bridge, with its top towering an amazing 134 metres above the harbour.

Needless to say, its construction was a huge undertaking. Over 1,500 workers were employed each year during its eight-year building period.

But, the most famous bridge worker has to be actor and comedian Paul Hogan, who once worked as a rigger on the bridge before he found fame and fortune as Crocodile Dundee.

The Bridge itself has starred on the celluloid screen many times, in films such as Finding Nemo, Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and Mission Impossible 2.

75 years after it was built, the Bridge continues to dominate Sydney’s skyline and holds a special place in the hearts of the city’s dwellers. During major celebrations, such as New Year’s Eve, it is invariably the focal point of festivities.

The Bridge also plays a huge part in day-to-day commuter life in Sydney. Every day thousands of Sydneysiders walk, drive, cycle or catch a train across it. 

And of course, the Bridge itself is the perfect place to take in the sights of the city. Located in the South Eastern pylon, overlooking Circular Quay, is a lookout that boasts 360-degree views, as well as a display covering the Bridge’s history.

You’ll have to climb about 200 steps to get to the top, but if you make it we promise the views are well worth it!