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Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Rocks Description: Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the most famous man-made structures in the world, and is undoubtedly one of Sydney’s most famous icons. The bridge, which is a feat of engineering genius and affectionately known as ‘the Coathanger’, took 1400 workers (16 of whom were killed in the process) eight years to complete. It was started at the end of 1926 and officially opened on 19 March 1932. If the views from the Pylon Lookout across Sydney Harbour and over the Opera House are not spectacular enough, thrill-seekers can take part in the BRIDGECLIMB. This gives them the chance to walk to the top of the 50-storey-high bridge, over the cars and trains rumbling across the deck below, and down the other side. Crocodile Dundee actor Paul Hogan, a former bridge-painter, was one of the first to climb the bridge. Situated at the foot of the bridge, is the area known as The Rocks. Recognised as Sydney’s historical birthplace, The Rocks is made up of winding streets, sandstone cottages and some of Sydney’s oldest pubs. The area was also the site of the first landing from Plymouth, England in 1788; today The Rocks is a busy area consisting of cafés, restaurants, galleries, museums and countless souvenir shops. Among the district’s most significant historic buildings are the Hero of Waterloo Inn, the Sydney Observatory, Cadman’s Cottage, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Merchants’ House, Garrison Church and Susannah Place. Contact Addresses: BRIDGECLIMB: 5 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia Tel: (02) 8274 7777. Fax: (02) 9240 1122. E-mail: admin@bridgeclimb.com Website: www.bridgeclimb.com Pylon Lookout: South East Pylon, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia Tel: (02) 9247 3408. Fax: (02) 9241 2151 Website: www.pylonlookout.com.au The Rocks: Sydney Visitor Centre, 106 George Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000, Sydney, Australia Tel: (02) 9240 8500. E-mail: therocks@shfa.nsw.gov.au or vcshare@shfa.nsw.gov.au Website: www.rocksvillage.com or www.sydneyvisitorcentre.com or www.viewsydney.com Transportation: Air: Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Rail: Train: Circular Quay Station. Opening Times: Sydney Harbour Bridge: Daily 24 hours. BRIDGECLIMB: Climbs operate every ten minutes Mon-Fri 0745-1855, Sat and Sun 0805-1855. Pylon Lookout: Daily 1000-1700 (except 25 Dec).The Rocks: Daily 0900-1800. Sydney Visitor Centre: Daily 0900-1800. Admission Fees: Sydney Harbour Bridge: Free. BRIDGECLIMB: A$130 (adult), A$100 (child 12-16) (Mon-Fri during the day); A$160 (adult), A$125 (child 12-16) (Mon-Fri at night); A$160 (adult), A$125 (child 12-16) (Sat-Sun and public holidays during the day); A$180 (adult), A$150 (child 12-16) (Sat-Sun and public holidays at night). Pylon Lookout: A$5 (adult), A$3 (child 4-12), free (child under 3). Free to cross bridge on foot or by car. The Rocks: Free. Sydney Visitor Centre: Free. 
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