get the best view of a beautiful city with a Sydney Skywalk

Skywalk Experience

Skywalk will literally send you over the edge! Suspended from Sydney Tower's limits, you will get sensational 360-degree views of Sydney from 260m above street level! Your visit will start with a safety briefing. You are then fitted with protective Skysuits and prepared for the adventure out! Harnessed to safety rails by sliding cables, you will be escorted along purpose-built steel walkways and platforms by Skyguides, pointing out the city's geographical, historical and cultural landmarks along the way. Now here?s for some interesting facts: * Sydney Tower is the 25th tallest freestanding structure in the world and the second tallest in the Southern Hemisphere * It boasts the highest public observation deck south of the equator, sitting 250m above land * Sydney Tower more than double the height of the Harbour Bridge (134m) * Sydney Tower is the first place in Sydney to greet the dawn each day and the last place to see the sunset * Sydney Tower is the same height as the Eiffel Tower * Visitors to the observation deck can see 55km out to sea (weather dependant) compared to someone at Bondi Beach who can see just 5km to the horizon. This means a Tower observer can see a ship approaching Sydney two hours before the person at the beach * Sydney Tower still sets the maximum height limit for Sydney buildings today ? 279m During your Skywalk experience you are guaranteed to have an amazing time and get spectacular views of a city that was voted the most beautiful in the world! Also included is entry to Sydney Tower Observation Deck and Oztrek, a simulated ride which takes you on a virtual tour around Australia. 180-degree screens will see you travelling from tropical Queensland to the outback and beyond! Please Note: If the group is already full upon arrival you may have to wait 45 minutes for the next tour. However you still need to activate your voucher.

Skywalk Experience

Skywalk will literally send you over the edge! Suspended over Sydney Tower's edge you will experience sensational 360 degree views of Sydney at heights of 260 metres above street level! You'll be amazed by Sydney's best views! Your ticket will also include OzTrek, an amazing virtual adventure across Australia with 3D holograms, 180-degree cinema screens, surround sound and heart-stopping real-motion seating! Your visit will start with a safety briefing before you are fitted with protective Skysuits and prepared to venture out. Harnessed to safety rails by sliding cables, you will be escorted along two purpose-built steel walkways and platforms by Skyguides pointing out the city's geographical, historical and cultural landmarks. A few facts to get the heart thumping: * Sydney Tower is the 25th tallest freestanding structure in the world and the 2nd tallest in the Southern Hemisphere, * It boasts the highest public observation deck south of the equator, sitting 250m - above land, * Sydney Tower is more than 4 times as high as the Opera House (67m) and more than double the height of the Harbour Bridge (134 metres), * Sydney Tower is the 1st place in Sydney to greet the dawn each day and the last place to see the sunset, * Sydney Tower is the same height as the Eiffel Tower, * Visitors to the observation deck can see 55km out to sea (weather dependant) compared to someone at Bondi Beach who can see just 5km to the horizon. This means a Tower observer can see a ship approaching Sydney two hours before the person at the beach. * Sydney Tower still sets the maximum height limit for Sydney buildings today; 279m. You are guaranteed to have an amazing experience and see spectacular views of the city, voted the most beautiful in the world!

Skywalk Sydney Tower

Sydney Skywalk is an exhilarating 40 minute outdoor experience on top of Sydney Tower, a breath-taking 260 metres above the harbour city. Walk across Sydney's skyline, more than a quarter of a kilometre up above the city. Skywalk will literally send you over the edge, take in sensational views of Sydney from a series of purpose-built steel walkways as well as glass floor viewing platforms suspended over the Tower's edge. Your skywalk will begin with a safety briefing inside the Tower before you are fitted with protective Skysuits and prepared to venture out onto the roof. Harnessed to safety rails by sliding cables, you will be escorted along two purpose-built steel walkways and platforms by Skyguides pointing out the city's geographical, historical and cultural landmarks. Entrance to Oz Trek and Sky Tower are included in the price.

Skywalk, Sail, Dinner & Overnight For Two

Looking to do something different? This package combines the best of action and fun with ultimate pleasure and romance. It?s a fantastic way to see Sydney at its best and spend some quality time with your partner ? on and off the water. On the day of your experience you check into the grand Grace Hotel at noon and then wander into the bustling centre of Sydney for your Skywalk tour, which starts at approximately 2.30pm. After a safety briefing, you will travel to the top of Sydney Tower, to enjoy magnificent 360-degree panoramic views of Sydney city right out to the Blue Mountains and amazing stretches of the Pacific Ocean. From 260m above the ground you will be able to look out upon the Olympic Stadium, Manly, Bondi, the magical Harbour Bridge and beyond. After your Skywalk adventure, which lasts for approximately 90 minutes, we will take you on a breezy two-hour sail around Sydney Harbour onboard a private yacht. Sit back with your partner and marvel at the beauty of the sparkling water and sights of Sydney Harbour. Champagne and a complimentary cheese-and-fruit platter will be provided for you to enjoy during your cruise. After all the excitement out in the fresh air it?s time to relax and celebrate your day?s accomplishments with a three-course meal and bottle of wine at one of Sydney?s finest restaurants. Look out onto the colourful lights of Darling Harbour and reflect on your day?s activities. After dinner you may wish to stay out or go back to your hotel for a relaxing evening in (or wild night out!). The stately, art-deco inspired hotel is located right in the heart of Sydney and is the perfect place to retreat after an exhilarating day out. Check out is at 10am the next morning and you will be able to indulge in a delicious breakfast before you leave. This is a day and night out in Sydney that you and your partner will not forget!

Sydney Skywalk

Double the height of the Harbour Bridge. Sydney Skywalk is an exhilarating 40 minute outdoor experience on top of Sydney Tower, a breath taking 260 metres above the harbour city. Expert guides provide fascinating insights about Sydney as you effortlessly traverse outdoor walkways and glass-floored platforms that extend out over the edge, view the glittering city beneath your feet from a whole new perspective. Dare to step out over the edge and face Sydney like never before: feel the high-altitude breeze and touch the clouds.

Sydney Skywalk - Child

Double the height of the Harbour Bridge. Sydney Skywalk is an exhilarating 40 minute outdoor experience on top of Sydney Tower, a breath taking 260 metres above the harbour city. Expert guides provide fascinating insights about Sydney as you effortlessly traverse outdoor walkways and glass-floored platforms that extend out over the edge, view the glittering city beneath your feet from a whole new perspective. Dare to step out over the edge and face Sydney like never before: feel the high-altitude breeze and touch the clouds.

Sydney Tower Skywalk & Oztrek Experience

Want to live life on the edge? Try this! Suspended over Sydney Tower's edge you will experience sensational 360 degree views of Sydney at 260 metres above street level � that�s double the height of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This Skywalk experience is an amazing way to see Sydney, plus your ticket includes OzTrek - the largest simulated ride in the Southern Hemisphere.

What's It All About?

We all know Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge are landmarks that can be recognised by people world wide.

There are beautiful beaches, the harbour, rivers and mountains within Sydney and surrounding it. It truly is spectacular.

Have you ever wanted to get a view of the majestic city without any interference?

Sydney Sky Walk is the perfect place to absorb the beauty of Sydney while your adrenalin levels rise.

The Sky Walk is found 260 metres above the city streets on Sydney Tower. You can get 360 degree views of Sydney and the surrounding areas. Imagine having a clear view of the Great Dividing Range from the city, or looking at the world's best coastline disappear into the distance in both directions from Bondi. It really is breathtaking.

You stand on a glass platform and are strapped in for safety purposes. You can look up, you can look out, and for the adrenaline junkies - you can look straight down at the city streets 260m below.

This is the only way to see Sydney. Next time you visit Sydney or if you have a spare weekend and you live there, why not have some fun and book a trip up Sydney Tower to experience Sydney the way it was meant to be seen.   © MAS 2007

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