Sydney Tower Eye

We visited the Sydney Tower Eye as a family, and it went really well. It was a great experience to see the city from such a high point. The escalators were smooth and worked well. Some of my family members felt a bit scared, but a staff member stepped in and was very kind and helpful, which we appreciated. Overall, the staff were extremely helpful. We took photos at the photo booth, but the quality wasn’t as good as before when they used professional cameras like Canon. The current setup seems to use a special camera, and while the photos were okay, they lacked the sharpness and clarity we expected. The experience itself was enjoyable, but after about 30 minutes, the view doesn’t change much, so it can start to feel repetitive. It’s definitely something nice to do, but it’s not a must-do activity on its own. It would be better to combine it with other attractions in Sydney. I recommend buying a combo ticket that includes the Sydney Tower Eye along with other places like the aquarium or the wildlife park. Buying two or three attractions together gives you more value, and the third one is usually added at a much lower price.

Warm, golden glow settles upon the buildings, softening their sharp edges. The sky blazes with vibrant hues, painting the clouds in shades of orange, pink, and purple. Long shadows stretch across the streets as the sun dips below the horizon. A gentle breeze carries the scent of flowers from a nearby park. The city slowly transitions from the bustle of day to the quiet anticipation of night.

This is the highest viewing point in Sydney and I had to book my ticket in advance just in case and to avoid any queues. The staff were nice and welcoming. The elevator was quite fast & thrilling getting all the way to the top. The views from the top were very nice and you could see all the skyscrapers across Sydney, along with Hyde Park, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Royal Botanic Gardens. Although it was raining that day, the glass was kept perfectly clean from inside and the place was well maintained. Overall, I would say 30-45 minutes would be enough to check every view around the deck and make sure to book in advance. Thanks for the nice service.

Had an incredible experience at Sydney Tower Eye! The views from the observation deck are absolutely breathtaking, offering a 360-degree panorama of Sydney. The glass-floored viewing area is a must-see for those who love a bit of excitement! the experience was well organized. It’s the perfect spot to get a stunning view of the city, especially at sunset. Highly recommend for visitors and locals alike!

Visiting the Sydney Tower Eye was an unforgettable experience! Standing atop the tallest structure in Sydney, I was treated to panoramic views that stretched all the way to the Blue Mountains. The 360-degree observation deck provided a unique perspective of the city’s skyline, and the clear day made the sights even more spectacular.

Sydney Tower Eye offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city, harbour, and even the Blue Mountains on a clear day. The observation deck is spacious and provides a great perspective of Sydney’s skyline. It’s a fantastic spot for photography, especially at sunset. However, aside from the view, there isn’t much else to do at the top. While it’s a great experience for first-time visitors, it might not be as exciting for those looking for more interactive attractions. Still, it’s a worthwhile visit to see Sydney from above!

I love going up the eye, it's a great experience for all ages with 360° views of Sydney. If you're a local like me, it's a great place to take visiting friends/family, & if you're a visitor, it's a must do, in my book. There is also viewing binoculars, a great photobooth, a great gift shop & refreshments kiosk. There are also no obligation photos available to buy of your experience at the end. I think it's value for money, I would definitely go again

A must visit spot if you’re in Sydney. The buffet is not that recommended but if you want the nice view why not. It’s more fun to look at the tower from different angle than to look out from inside. The tower city view from within is not much different than any other’s.

Had a wonderful seafood buffet with Australian sourced food in a rotating restaurant, one thousand feet above the ground. It was a unique experience. The Sydney Tower was built in 1981, and has housed various restaurants at the top. In 2020, a new restaurant (Skyfeast) opened, and was the restaurant my brother and I had the opportunity to indulge in during our 3 day visit in Sydney between cruises. It has various pricing, with our lunch meal (served from 11:30 - 3:00 PM with last reservations at 1:30) being AU$90 on a weekday. The tower is built on top of a very large 4 story shopping center (Westfield Sydney), and one needs to make their way to check-in. Once verified, you will be put in queue to take the next available high-speed elevator. There are three of them, each able to hold 8 people or so (tightly) and took over a minute to get to the thousand feet top (you ears can definitely pop). Once you exit, you see the maiter'd, who escorts you to your table. One can do an upgrade for AU$20 to get guaranteed window seating. There were six buffet tables scattered throughout, and since they are stationary while the tables are moving, the buffet will actually come to you if you wait long enough. It takes 77 minutes for one full rotation, and there is a 90 minute time limit, so you can definitely see all the outside sights. It really made me appreciate how different the Sydney skyline was from different directions, and just how much water there is surrounding it. As for the food, if you like expensive seafood towers at steakhouses, this place is a dream. There were giant head-on crystal bay prawns. Freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters. Kinawooka black mussels. Shovel-nosed lobster. Blue swimmer crab and snow crab, a bit difficult to eat buy having such sweet crab meat. Manila clams, which I discovered I enjoy eating cold as much as I enjoy it stir-fried. I had all of it...multiple times. I really do think the act of having to remove the inedible pieces/shells makes you eat slower and appreciate the food even more. On the same buffet table, were different types of sushi (maki), which were OK. If you prefer non-cold (warmed) seafood, there was snapper, salmon, and fish nuggets available. They also had various roasted meats (beef, chicken, lamb, pork) that were pre-carved for you to take, and a small but varied salad bar with antipasto. Only one soup was available, a malay inspired laksa, and there other buffet staples like noodles, potatoes, and various vegetables. But honestly, I didn't try much of it, instead focusing pretty much on the items in the previous paragraph. There was also a dessert table, with a variety of small portions of various cakes and pies. Next to it, was a small soft serve ice cream machine along with toppings and sauces. Strangely, it clearly stated that it was gluten-free ice cream...isn't all dairy ice cream, non-gluten? Space is at a premium up there, so have be careful walking around. But all patrons and staff were judicious and polite. It was relatively full when we arrived, with it significantly clearing out by 2. Once done, it's a matter of waiting for the elevator to take you down (timed at over 75 seconds)...though you will probably be too stuffed to do much more shopping at that point.

The Sydney Tower Eye is the tallest building in Sydney and the second highest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere. It was designed to withstand earthquakes and extreme wind. It has been featured in movies like Finding Nemo, The Rescuers Down Under and Mission: Impossible 2. Great views from the elevated observation decks. Look at the informational screens to figure out landmarks. Good view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, the Queen Victoria Building and St. Mary's Cathedral. The Sydney Opera House is a bit hidden behind other skyscrapers. We went on a misty early evening. Sydney looked quite magical. Located in Westfields, the entrance is on the fifth floor.

Traveled to the Tower Eye through Westfield Sydney Level 4 and agree with other yelpers - it was super easy to find! My group reserved ahead of time and were swiftly checked in, went straight to security/bag check, then lifted to the floor for SkyFeast via elevator. As soon as we got off, our table was ready and our server was very attentive. The view is great and a once in a lifetime opportunity if you ever come to Sydney. You also get one free drink (per person) on a curated drink menu so please take advantage of that. Lastly, for the limited options in the Buffet, I thought the food was just mediocre. You're definitely paying for the view. We paid $360 aud for 3 people so use that information with what you will.

Walking through Westfield Sydney Mall, it was very, very easy to find the entrance to Sydney Eye Tower. There were signs everywhere telling you how to get to the 5th floor. We did not have an issue at all and honestly, we are the type of people who look for an entrance for something for a little too long, so what I'm hoping is that signage is just much better now than it was before. We had tickets purchased online so we went directly in. There was no movie or anything like that for us but there was a series of displays that gave some informational stuff about the tower and about Sydney. In all honestly, we kind of blew past all this because it didn't capture our attention. I will admit I would have liked to have more information on the building of this tower, as I'm used to getting when visiting other observation towers in other cities. There was a security checkpoint that literally was a joke. I don't think I even understand why it's there. What's the point of going through a metal detector when you can just push your literal luggage past on the table? They don't look in the bags or have them go through x-ray or anything like that. They essentially just hold your contraband for you while you get checked for metal on your actual person. The elevator ride up was a bit lackluster. It was a cool shape (and very small) and there was a camera to one of the other cars but we didn't even realize we were moving for quite a bit. The views are really nice but like others have said before, don't be disappointed that the Harbor Bridge and the Opera House are not in full view. Actually, the Opera House, you can only see a slight sliver of it. The rest of the views are lovely though.

What a wonderful place in Sydney to have lunch as the tower rotates, and you can look out over the city from a perspective that very few get to see.

It is 250 metres above street level and the highest point in Sydney. It's where we started our Sydney adventure, a 4D short film about Sydney accompanied by mist spays and bubbles than we took the lift up to the viewing area. The 360 degree Views stretch out as far as the eye can see in all directions, we gazed out across the beautiful harbor city and were captivated. In the spring we saw an explosion of Jacaranda Trees covers the Eastern Suburbs in vibrant splashes of purple. The Eye says Westfield on it, as is the neighboring mall. It's a landmark in the Sydney skyline and a marker for the high end shopping district. For an extra $80 we could go outside an circumnavigate the tower along the ledge.

We have a habit of visiting all Towers while traveling aboard. This gives you the perfect view of the city.

I wanted to purchase the deluxe Sydney Tower VIP Experience package that costs $178 AUD. When I tried to buy the ticket online, however, an error message said that I needed to purchase at least two tickets in order for the transaction to go through. Naturally, as a single traveler, I was taken aback by this and sent an inquiry to customer service. Customer service replied fairly quickly and this is what they said: "The Sydney Tower Eye VIP Experience includes the SKYWALK experience, and this experience is only available for a minimum of 2 people for staffing, health and safety reasons. We cannot under any circumstance accept SKYWALK bookings for one person only." In the 2-1/2 years of the pandemic, I have NEVER seen anything like this. The policy makes absolutely no sense whatsoever and seems geared towards forcing single travelers to pay double. I am a single traveler and do not know anyone in Sydney who could take the second ticket. In any event, I shouldn't be penalized for being a single traveler and be forced to pay for another admission. There was no additional explanation besides the text above and a link to their safety protocols also does not explain why they can only take reservations in pairs. I responded to the message with my objections. I said that on my previous visit, I had regretted not visiting the Tower. But now, I never plan to visit it no matter how many times I go back to Sydney. I also said that on my previous visit to Australia, I found Australians very friendly, honest, and courteous and that this discriminatory policy is an unfortunate and notable exception to that impression.

I can see why this place has mostly 3 star reviews... To begin it's not exactly the easiest place to find. The entrance is through the mall on the 4th floor, through a maze of shops with different entrances on different streets. It can be a bit confusing since there is no direct entrance from the street that you can take, straight to the Tower. If you are used to visiting towers or Sky Decks with a view, this is a very, very ordinary trip. Nothing special, spectacular, breath taking, amazing or particularly interesting. The worst part is; the views of the most iconic structure in Sydney...shoot I reckon all of Australia is blocked!! There are several high rise buildings blocking the views of the Opera House. I believe it's only going to get worse in the future...I think there are plans to build more high rise towers that overlook the Sydney tower further obstructing the views of the Harbour. If you don't have anything to do...go ahead. I wouldn't recommend coming here. It's definitely not a must do of must see event.

For a sky eye view of the city, Sydney has the Sydney Tower Eye. For us, the adventure started with the challenge of finding it! Getting to Westfield Sydney was a breeze, but then we had to figure out where the elevator was that would take us to the 5th floor, which houses a wonderful looking food court, the bulk of which unfortunately closes relatively early at 7pm. We ended up then meandering the floor since we missed the sign which pointed out that the Eye was tucked away by Adanos, as well as the opportunity to enjoy sunset from the observatory. The line for tickets was far from overwhelming when we arrived, but we had already made our purchase online previously - the flexible $28 ticket for the price of the walk up ticket, vs the $19.60 pre-selected date and time slot online price - so we walked on in quite a ways before we arrived at where they check our tickets before heading into the 4D movie theater. After the brief movie, the line for the security check, the group photo opportunity and the elevator took a rather long feeling 15 minutes. The observatory above was rather limited, and a line was already in place for the elevator trip back down. A gift shop was available hawking souvenirs with snacks being sold nearby. A visit in the day time might have been preferable to our evening visit, but if you were interested in viewing another side of Sydney, they offer the option for $10 within 7 days of your visit. We ended up buying their tourist photos for our group - hard copies of 4 pictures and access to download the photos later - for $30, though we've yet to be successful downloading them...

I wanted to purchase the deluxe Sydney Tower VIP Experience package that costs $178 AUD. When I tried to buy the ticket online, however, an error message said that I needed to purchase at least two tickets in order for the transaction to go through. Naturally, as a single traveler, I was taken aback by this and sent an inquiry to customer service. Customer service replied fairly quickly and this is what they said: "The Sydney Tower Eye VIP Experience includes the SKYWALK experience, and this experience is only available for a minimum of 2 people for staffing, health and safety reasons. We cannot under any circumstance accept SKYWALK bookings for one person only." In the 2-1/2 years of the pandemic, I have NEVER seen anything like this. The policy makes absolutely no sense whatsoever and seems geared towards forcing single travelers to pay double. I am a single traveler and do not know anyone in Sydney who could take the second ticket. In any event, I shouldn't be penalized for being a single traveler and be forced to pay for another admission. There was no additional explanation besides the text above and a link to their safety protocols also does not explain why they can only take reservations in pairs. I responded to the message with my objections. I said that on my previous visit, I had regretted not visiting the Tower. But now, I never plan to visit it no matter how many times I go back to Sydney. I also said that on my previous visit to Australia, I found Australians very friendly, honest, and courteous and that this discriminatory policy is an unfortunate and notable exception to that impression.

Meh. For $90 (Australian dollars) for a family of three, this is not worth it. I've been to a fair few noteworthy tall towers/structures in my life, including Sears Tower, the Empire State Building, Taipei 101, Tokyo Tower, and the London Eye. This is by far the least interesting of the lot. For the record Taipei 101 is the coolest. One of the things I enjoy most about tall buildings is the interesting story of how whatever building you're in came to be. They all feature that origin story of the triumph of technology and engineering. This offers very little of that, despite many opportunities to do so, so I guess it isn't that special. Your experience starts by wondering how to find it after entering the Westfield mall, which offers no clear signage saying where it is. Once you do find it, you're sped into a theater with a "4D" movie that follows a poorly animated rainbow lorikeet across other things to see in Australia, not the tower. That's a missed opportunity to tell me about what I'm about to experience. And it was excessively loud. You then pass a lax security check before waiting for the elevator up. The tiny elevator is underwhelming. With just a bunch of advertisements for other things you can do at the tower besides see the tower, again lacking education about the tower and just trying to get you to spend more money. At the time we visited the tower, they had some special event on where the observation deck was packed with video game machines from the 80s and 90s. They were all free to play, which is cool, but ultimately just proved to be obstacles to walking around the observation deck and in some cases blocking portions of the view. To add to that, all my four year old wanted to do was spin steering wheels and ride video game motorcycles, leaving him completely distracted from the experience where he otherwise would not have been. He loves being up high and looking and talking about what he sees. Instead it was all about spinning steering wheels. The view is pretty, though. Others have also mentioned the lack of a view of the opera house. While that's hardly the fault of the tower, it's worth noting. The best view of that is from one of the ferries. Overall, my intent to find something my four year old would enjoy, and to see a bit of the city, failed due to the tower's willful lack of education and constant distraction. This is not worth your time or money.

Closes too late for sunrise, too early for sunset. Very difficult to recommend to photographers looking to capture golden hour/ night photos of the city. A 9:00pm closing time would have been quite nice to get your long exposures, time lapses, and other creative photos done of Sydney from above. But recent changes to opening hours means no chance of capturing any of the stunning photographs you used to be able to. Only good for tourists sight-seeing or taking holiday snaps. I'm very disappointed with the observation deck now compared to years prior.

Magnificent views of Sydney from above! The tower is located at Westfield, so it's very easy to locate and there's a lot of public transportations nearby. Before you actually see the views, they play a 4d mini film which was okay, I guess; definitely something I could do without. After the film is when the fun starts. You go up the elevators and once the doors open you're greeted with a spectacular view of Sydney. Given the design of the building, you can walk around and see the city from many angles. I could even spot the back of the Opera House! To save some money, buy the attraction pass before visiting.

The view of the Sydney Opera house is obstructed. Pretty disappointed when I found that out. You can get a decent shot of the harbor bridge though. There are seats along the windows of the observation deck. Patrons tend to just sit there and hang out for long periods of times. This makes it extremely difficult to actually get some decent pictures. I spent less than 15 minutes up there. For the $26.50 AUS ticket price, I wouldn't recommend it unless you've done everything else Sydney has to offer. I just went to the Sky Tower in Auckland though, so maybe my perspective is biased from that awesome experience.

Came here as part of my Big Bus Tour ticket. Had to walk into the center and I have to confess, it was confusing. Finally found a board and figured out I had to make it to the 5th floor, redeem the ticket, watch a 3D movie and catch the elevator that would take me to the observation deck. Once up there, it was very simple: find a spot, take a few pix and buy a couple souvenirs. Thank God the place wasn't crowded, so I was able to get nice shots. The prices at the gift shop were decent and there is also a free guided tour that would take a group around and talk about the history of the place. I was a little bummed cause the view of the Opera House was blocked, but oh well. Getting up and down only takes 45 seconds so the whole adventure (since the place was t crowded) was pretty quick.

Best Views in Sydney!!! We paid only 29 US dollars to tour this place and it was very worth every penny. The views is spectacular and you get the opportunity to take your time to take in the beautiful scenery. There is lots of restaurants , ice cream shops , souvenirs places and clothing stores in the building! We didn't eat at any of the restaurants but there is a lot of choices to choose from .. Highly Recommend you add this stop to your list of Sydney Must Dos!!

The Sydney Tower Eye was a worthwhile experience, but nothing super special. I've been to taller towers lol. But I don't regret visiting the tower and going to the top because it was great to see the whole city of Sydney for the great prices they offer. I got some great pictures of the whole city and it didn't take too long at all to get in and out. The staff working here is really nice and they're really helpful, no matter what problem you run into. Even dropping your kid off the tower! Jk I hope you don't run into that problem. Overall, there are better things to do in Sydney if you only have a few days, but if you want to take some great pictures of the city, then I recommend stopping by. It depends on how you want to spend your time. I don't regret coming!

Not something that my sister and I wanted to do because we've been to a lot of observatory decks much higher than this, but we went along with the group. The ticket was $29 and the ticket line went smoothly. The security line took a bit longer, but it wasn't as bad as other places. After the security line, that's when the wait began because there were only 2 elevators and these elevators were tiny! It was triangular shaped, which is super strange. It took forever to get to the top. There was a sign that said it took less than a minute to get to the top, but I timed it and it took longer. It was such an annoyance because we were crammed in pack with people. The view honestly was nothing spectacular. The opera house was covered by the other buildings and the view in general was basic. Maybe I'm just used to being so much higher, but I didn't like this place at all. It was a waste of my money. Sydney has better views elsewhere.

The Sydney Tower Eye is reminiscent of the Space Needle in Seattle which is why I wanted to visit this spot in Sydney. This attraction is located on the 5th floor of Westfield Sydney which is the same floor as the food court and Ippudo in the heart of the Sydney CBD. If you are interested in visiting this tourist attraction, I highly recommend buying a Sydney attractions pass. There are different versions out there, but the one I got was $69 to visit 5 different attractions including the Sydney Tower Eye. It is a lot cheaper and a better bang for your buck than buying a single admission here which is $26.50. The thing with ordering the attractions pass is that you need to specify which attraction you want to visit first. When you arrive to redeem, they will give you the tickets to all of the other attractions. I decided to start off with the Sydney Tower Eye. Unfortunately on the day I arrived in town it was pouring, so it wasn't an ideal day to visit. Nevertheless, I decided to head over to the Eye to see if I could get all of the tickets and visit this attraction on another day instead. Turns out they have a wet weather policy so if you are visiting on a bad day, they allow you to return to visit the Eye again within the next 7 days. They gave me a return pass which they attached to the original ticket along with the tickets for the other attractions. A couple days later I returned to the Eye to check it out. I have been to a few observatories and found this one to be the least crowded. I didn't have to wait very long like I did when I visited Willis Tower in Chicago earlier this year. Upon entering, you are directed to a 4D experience show. This is basically a short movie with visuals of Sydney. It is quite cheesy and water is sprayed so I would avoid standing in the front. After the movie, you are guided to the elevators up to the observatory. I came here just before sunset as recommended by one of the staffers. My intention was to stay until the Vivid lights turned on around 6 pm which were happening during my visit here. This was a good call as I got to see the transition from light to dark. The Eye has a nice view of Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, Sydney CBD and parts southward. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is also visible in the distance. But the view of the Sydney Opera House is obstructed due to the many buildings in the vicinity. When the Vivid lights did turn on, I thought the view from here was quite disappointing. If you are coming here for that reason, I would advise against it. It is better to see them up close by going to Circular Quay or taking a cruise of the waterfront. The view here isn't as good as the Space Needle due to the location of the Eye being in the middle of the city. Whereas the Space Needle is located just outside of it. If you are deciding whether to visit the Eye, I would say yes if you decide to buy an attractions pass as admission here comes with its purchase. But it would be no if you are buying a single admission. The view is underwhelming for the price you pay.

Of all of the major tourist attractions in Sydney, this was the one I enjoyed the least. It involved standing in lineups with no clear expectation of when the lineup might move, or how long the wait was. We had pre-bought tickets, and tried to time it so that we would be there in a low traffic time frame (weeknight at 7p or so). When we go there, signage was not clear as to where pre-ticketed folks should go, and no one was on the desk. We managed to find the queue. The signs at the queue indicated a 10 minute wait. 25 minutes later, I started wondering out to the desk to see if we could get an update when my group called me back - suddenly someone had appeared and was directing us to the obligatory 4D movie. The movie was fine, but would have been much more relevant to us if this had been one of our first stops in Sydney, instead of one of our last. However, it was relatively short. Next we were channelled into the (also obligatory) "let's take your green screen photo" lineup, which I despise. I don't so much mind having the picture done as I do lining up for 15 minutes for a picture I know I'm not going to buy. Finally onto one of the (working) elevators. Upstairs we were greeted by the lineup to get back down. Ugh. This took all the wind out of my sails and I decided I really did not like this tourist trap. It was all about the lineups - which works directly against my goal to always avoid lineups. What is this place like at peak times? We did one circuit, then sat and waited for the last member of our group to catch up. While we waited I looked in the souvenir store. They had some great shirts! But not in the right size. The gal that was in the store was a bit over-controlling, making it clear that me mussing up the shirts was not appreciated. Sigh. Overall our customer service experience in Sydney has been amazing - but overall, on this evening, at this tourist trap, it's been a big fail. How to improve: 1) Better, accurate signage 2) More live-updates to people standing in line. Don't make me guess how long my wait is! 3) Arrange it so I step out of one line, get my picture taken and leave. Don't make me stand in line for a picture I don't want. That's just annoying. 4) Really look at how one might be able to minimize the line up for going back down. This is a tough one. However, you've already made me stand in two lines, have a picture taken and made me watch a movie I wasn't interested in. You need to get me back out quickly. Is there any way that people who are so inclined could exit via staircase (with lots of disclaimers about safety of course)? Do something here. 5) Identify why there was a 25 minute wait at the first line for any movement at all, when the signs seemed to indicate a 10 minute wait between sections moving into the movie area. Resolve. Would I return? No. I think other similar venues have more going on at the viewing floor to keep people more entertained. While the view was lovely, it was not worth the time it took to get it. Would I recommend: No. However, if you have a higher tolerance for lineups, go for it! The view is lovely but that's all you get. Equally lovely (although of course not as panoramic) can be found by walking across the (coat hanger) bridge.

It's cheesy and super touristy, but it gives you a great view of Sydney! After the 3D showing, head up the elevator to the indoor viewing deck. This has great views of Sydney. You can even send post from the top! Or get a snack! Take lots of photos, but be careful if you're against the light. Don't forget to smile for the camera. You can purchase a cute little Tower Eye book with your photos superimposed with a giant koala. Score! Oh and afterwards, you can head to their Westfield Mall and go shopping! This place has a great location!

Really depends how much you would pay to experience. Decided to try it out cause had tickets for $18 and thought would stop by. Viewing area is smaller then Space Needle Observation deck. Elevator that goes up is small and has no view at all. Visited after my Bridge Climb and nothing seemed impressive.

All in all, what you're paying for is the view. Food is whatever- the ice cream was melted, some food was cold- and check-in is a bit messy and unorganized. After check-in it's pretty smooth, but like I said, the food is whatever. I know it's just a buffet, but I've been to much better buffets in the past. The staff is nice- my particular waitress was amazing and SUPER sweet. She made my night! And the view is INCREDIBLE.

I'll make a quick review. Food: Not too bad. Small variety, but it was pretty good. Views: Excellent. Can't beat that. Parking: Don't park at the nearest garage. Fuckers charged $91 for 3 hours. Bastards! TIP: If you have to take a shit, use the handicap restroom, it's big and private.

Experience - You get to see every angle, with very good binocular-like objects. You can see almost everything the city has to offer! Service - they were very childish and cringy even though our group had no children, especially the photos lady. We didn't want to have a photo with her and the way she was treating everyone, and she got pissy "oh come on now, don't let the family and everyone down" Cleanliness - well organised and clean experience.

Went here last year with my dead beat wife (she can't cook well at all, you know how women are.). We had a swell time! The tower was just as tall as i thought it would be and there was just the right amount of people to feel the lice infestation settling in. We ordered the salsa and despite it tasting a little like testicles, overall was still better then my wife's cooking! The wife has been really down since our two lover rats died (may Christian and Anastasia rest in peace.) so i thought i'd spoil her by taking her here. She was almost crying with joy. 10/10 would recommend to my fellow men who have struggled to please the wife in bed and are looking to do so in other areas!

The website brags that "It takes just 40 seconds for the lifts to reach the 304-metre summit" of the Sydney Tower Buffet Restaurant. Fair enough. That's quite impressive. What they don't tell you is that you and your hungry family queue for 30 minutes to go up to Level 5 of the Tower, where the restaurant is located. When you eventually reach the top, what you find is typical, cheap, buffet-style food that you could get for $20 anywhere else. The unlimited buffet features expensive and ordinary seafood, Thai food, and Australian meats-expect to pay over $65 per person (including drinks). Each lunch or dinner session that you book lasts for 90 minutes and let's just say that the staff isn't shy to tell you (again and again) that your time is nearly up. The pumpkin soup with croutons is delicious, as is the dessert range-I think I empty out their stock of mini Pavlovas. But everything else is just okay. You pay for the setting, not the quality of the food or service. The 360 degree panoramic view of Sydney make for a wonderful photo opportunity -especially during the evening dinner session when the city turns on its lights and really puts on a show. It's always fun to press your face against the glass windows for a bird's eye view of the strange, ant people far, far below the highest revolving restaurant in the Southern Hemisphere. You'll experience one full rotation during your dining session.

Merry-go-round, big boys and girls? At Sydney Tower Restaurant, it's not the Food that takes centre stage. The restaurant boasts of 360 revolving views of the Sydney skyline. Book a seat near the window, to get the best view. The outer and inner tables revolve slowly but surely. It can get very busy and I personally like going there for Lunch as you can see far and wide. The buffet is not too bad for vegetarians, with definitely more choice than other restaurants. But, thats not important! When you're busy playing I Spy or bragging about your Geography! They do have a good selection of salads and desserts, and offer cuisines including Australian, Chinese, Thai and Italian. To remember the moment, they come to your table and click pictures which they print artistically and present it in a folder for you to purchase. Personally, I prefer digital photos which I can upload, so prefer carrying my own camera. The unbeatable backdrop, coupled with unlimited food, makes this venue unsurpassable.

I opted to come here for the buffet at lunch. The food wasn't very good. The only things I liked were the emu and crocodile sausages, passion fruit ice cream, and panna cotta with green tea jelly. This was a total waste of money, and we weren't seated near the window, so the views were obstructed. I would never come back here, and I can't believe soft drinks aren't included in the price. The wait staff also seem to hate their jobs. They seemed pissed to get my friend and I drinks.

I bought the 5 in 1 pass which included this attraction. That's truly the best deal going rather than the walk-in price or even the on-line single price. They even offer the pass on the Sydney Tower Eye website. I also read that if the weather turns bad and low visibility they will allow you to revisit within a 7 day period for a do over. There's a 4D film prior to going up the elevator that was visually awesome. The elevator only takes 40 seconds to reach the top of this 309 meter tall building, which is pretty fast. The elevators only hold about 6 people at a time but there's 4 elevators. Once you step off, the 360 views are spectacular and there's informative touch screen monitors to help with the points of interest. I didn't do the skywalk part since I was perfectly content with the views I had and it was not included with my ticket...plus it was an additional $50 to go. They also take your picture on the skywalk and sell it to you in a small photo booklet with other photos of the tower. All-in-all I thought this was worth doing just on the views alone. I imagine doing this during sunset and getting nighttime shots would be amazing as well.

Why even bother? Because there's overseas guests in town and we go for the novelty and the view. That's it. Horrid that you pay downstairs and the whole party has to be there to go up to the restaurant. The staff downstairs are not friendly or helpful. Dealing with too many tourists? I was reluctant in going here in the first place - but sucked it up bc of overseas guests. It was a bad call on my part, but the best thing about it was the because the tables are quite narrow, it made a big group more intimate and encouraged conversation. It appears the wait staff on the floor have been instructed to clear away plates. That's their main priority. Forget trying to ask them anything else!! OH Sydney!! You do disappoint - to think that this would be a go to tourist place - THIS IS NOT WHAT SYDNEY is about.

I'm not a big seafood lover, so my options were limited, but I thoroughly enjoyed myself because of the ambiance and view. The customer service was very good as well. I fell into the professional photographer's photo "trap" and ended up paying far too much ($16) for 2 pictures she took with her camera of us seated at a window table but then, our camera's couldn't get a good shot with the bright sunshine coming through the windows. My brother rated the buffet his best meal on our trip, but we were travelling on a budget...so....if you love buffet food and enjoy a wide variety of seafood - this is your place. I mostly stuck with salads and cold cuts but really dug into the desserts. They also had a decent selection of beers so I ordered a few of those as well (not included in the price of the meal). Really, what it came down to is that you get some decent food for a good price and that comes with a beautiful 360 degree view of the city.

If you are going to do this, get your tickets on-line first! The lines to buy tickets there are ridiculous and if you buy them on-line, you save 25%. We actually bought ours when we saw the line, then went straight up to the desk and got our passes. The "4D" film was pathetic, but luckily it only lasts maybe 3 minutes. The view from the top was great! We were lucky that the rain had been and gone and you could literally see for miles in every direction. You can see the Sydney Bridge, and part of the Opera House. Great views for sure. Like I said, if you are going to do this BUY YOUR TICKETS ON-LINE. Save money and time. You'll be glad you did!

My partner and I went on a day that was a little overcast and raining. You could still see the city of Sydney, though it was gloomy. They did give us a pass to come back within 7 days if the weather clears up. This is a good option if you have the time, but unfortunately we didn't. I did enjoy the view of the entire city, especially the harbor. Sydney is such a pretty city from above. A lot of it reminded me of areas of the San Francisco bay area in the States. The other unfortunate part was that we visited in the early afternoon, so it was also a bit crowded. Probably not a bad if it were a clear sunny day. But still, people were just resting on the sides by the windows. This made it a little difficult to take pictures of areas. The lift that takes you up to the Tower Eye is fun though. It will fit max 6 average people. By this, the wait to go up and down may take a while due to the queue. Luckily due to the bad day, there wasn't a long line. I found it odd yet intriguing that they show a cam of the people in the other lifts. Rule of thumb, come on a clear day and in the morning when they open.

I think I was expecting a spectacular view of Sydney, so when I got up there, I was a little disappointed. It was cool that it was a 360 view of the city but it wasn't anything mind-blowing. You can't even see the opera house or bridge that well, which is one of the main points, isn't it? The view from the 3D movie they showed beforehand was cooler than the actual one. It was probably the highlight of my visit to the tower. A full price ticket is $26.50. If you purchase online, it's $18.55. But if you want to wait on the weather first and you don't want to purchase ahead of time, your hotel should have coupons. It's only 10% off but it's better than nothing, right? I just read another Yelp review that they had a Groupon deal for $8. I think that would have been worth it. If you have to pay anything more than that, then you're better off just skipping the Eye.

Every major city has one, this is Sydney's version of the tall building that gives you views of the city. The problem is the view you're really wanting to see is the Opera House and that view is meh.

Went here with my friend. Undoubtedly the views from here are just spectacular. My friend was pointing to lots of Sydney landmarks but unfortunately, you can't see the most iconic landmark of them all, the opera house. The staff here are all so friendly and bubbly.

Awful! It's like a cheap Las Vegas all-you-can-eat buffet. They make you pay up front before you even go up to the restaurant, so what do they care what quality they provide after you arrive? They have the tables so tightly packed in the restaurant you CANNOT get out of your table if people are sitting at the neighboring tables. And, if you want a bottle of sparkling water? $11, up front, before they'll bring it. It's just a tourist trap and they want to make the most money possible, up front, because they know you'll never be coming back. Skip it. The view is not worth the price or the claustrophobia.

Pretty awesome view of Sydney. Definitely worth it if you are visiting Sydney for the first time. I've been up the Sears/Willis Tower in Chicago and the view of Sydney was definitely more spectacular than Chicago. The price is kinda steep... hence the reason for the 4 stars vs. 5.

Great views of the city and easy to navigate. Our guide was friendly. Wish you could spend more time outside. I would recommend the trip!

Hi Hi i love it that we have a tower so big tall standing strong on our beautiful country. I'm just so blown away by the way man can build such things I'm just in ore.

Prior to entering the elevator you are forced to take a picture against a "green screen" and then at the end, they try to sell you products with your picture superimposed. This seems to be a norm at the tourist hot spots (also happened at the Opera House) but it just seems like it should be optional. Most people didn't want to have their picture taken but were coerced into it anyways. The lady in front of us was visiting by herself and politely told the photographer she wasn't interested and tried to walk by. The photographer told her she needed to do it. I'm failing to see why this was necessary. The lady finally gave up and stood there with a blank face while the photographer took the picture. We didn't want our picture taken either but after what we had just witnessed, decided it was easier to just put on a fake half smile and go with it. The people who ask to skip are not going to buy whatever product is being sold, why waste time making it. Other than that, it was a fun experience akin to the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington. I enjoyed the interactive screens that gives fun facts and historical information about the surrounding area. It was a fun place to visit but I would probably skip it if I had a limited amount of time. 3 stars.

Sydney is a lot of things, but a great night view is not one of them. There's also a green screen photo sesh, $40 with the photo book, $30 with just the photo. It's 3 photos and the last one is a koala. 5 out of 5 members of the party were disappointed.

Tourist trap - yes - but as someone who've been to Taipei 101, Willis Tower, Space Needle etc. I am not impressed by the Sydney Tower Eye. Entrance was inside a shopping mall and took a while to locate. The entrance ticket includes a "4D experience" which is about 5 minutes long, but it was so cheesy I almost wanted to walk out and continue. The elevator has no windows which is a missed opportunity to experience the view. While up in the observation deck, the view is exactly what you would expect. Took about 15 minutes to look at everything and clicked on some computer screen. The elevator wait was longer. Overall I would recommend those whom are looking for something more adventurous to climb the bridge instead of visiting this tower. Great for kids though.

This is a great spot for sunset. For $20 minimum You can sit and enjoy the view in the rotating lounge/restaurant. This is a "must see" when in Sydney.

The drinks were cold and the view was awesome, but service was slow and the decor is old and worn out.

We went in the morning and it was rather empty. Nice sweeping views of Sydney. If you want to play tourist, this is a good place to start exploring the city.

Sure the food is not fine dining but if you can lower your expectations a little in that regard, the view really can make for a pleasant experience. Considering the price for going up to the viewing deck alone is $25, paying $24.50 on top of that for a weekday lunch is not unreasonable (weekends & evenings more). There is a good variety of food including vegetarian & gluten free, so it's really just a matter of selecting what does look reasonable & leaving anything that looks overcooked .The desserts are particularly good & worth saving room for! We were a walk up booking at noon on a gorgeous sunny friday & were seated at the window. When we paid for the meal (downstairs before you get in the lift), we were told the table was for 90 mins. Even though the restaurant was busy with a tour group or 3, we were not reminded about the time or given the slightest hint it was time to leave after nearly 3 hours! Service was friendly & helpful.