Cowan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sydney Opera House
Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.
Circular Quay
Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
An iconic structure on a beautiful harbour with breath-taking views at any time of day or night. Climb it, walk it, photograph it or just stand back and admire it.
Star Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Star Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Taronga Zoo
For a wild experience combined with magnificent views over Sydney Harbour, this world-renowned zoo is a must-visit.
International Convention Centre Sydney
Learn about the events happening in International Convention Centre Sydney during your trip to Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruise with Island Stop
Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Sydney Harbour Ferry Return
Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise
Half Day Blue Mountains Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Our pick of the best Cowan Hotel Deals
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
The staff is great and very helpful. Highly recommended !
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
Excellent location. Reception staff very helpful but lacked local information which would have been of help i.e short cuts to the piers. Clean all over the hotel but house keeping lacking in our room, i.e not clean the first day. Furing stay, cutlery and linen napkin and glass wasn't taken away to ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Clean, great location, beautiful inside, great staff. Sumi at the bar was helpful and gave us hot water for tea. She was lovely and so were all the other staff members .
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
I had wonderful stay here
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney
The place is lovely tidy clean lovely staff good food very helpful staff, and very close to everything.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
ibis Styles Sydney Central
I LIKE STAYING
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cowan
Palm Beach
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Palm Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Palm Beach Golf Club or Palm Beach.
Chatswood
Travellers come to Chatswood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Chatswood Interchange and Westfield Chatswood Mall while you're in town.
Manly
A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Wharf and Shelly Beach.
North Sydney
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or Port Jackson Bay might round out your trip.
Mosman
You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Mosman. You might want to make time for a stop at Balmoral Beach or Taronga Zoo.
Parramatta
Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and CommBank Stadium while you're in town.
