Popular places to visit
Featherdale Wildlife Park
See the exotic and native animals who live at Featherdale Wildlife Park during your travels in Sydney. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Circular Quay
Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.
Sydney Opera House
One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime.
Manly Beach
Take one of Sydney's most popular ferry rides to discover calm coves and surf beaches, restaurants, bars, shopping and spectacular views.
Taronga Zoo
This world-renowned zoo is cherished for its Sydney Harbour views and its residents.
Things to do
Blue Mountains Experience - Timeless Nature on a grand scale
Small Group Blue Mountains Wildlife & Bushwalk Tour From Sydney
Late Start Blue Mountains Nature, Waterfalls, Koalas Small Group
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour with Lunch, Zoo and Scenic World
Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney
Blue Mountains Day Tour: Zoo, Scenic World & Three Sisters
Top hotels in Doonside
Hotel Urban St Leonards
Comfortable hotel, not much around it but cafe in lobby most welcome
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Quest Macquarie Park
Comfortable room, very quiet, lovely staff and a great location
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG
A great stay. Hotel is very convenient for Macquarie Park’s station with trains quickly into the centre of Sydney. Room was large and comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
PARKROYAL Parramatta
Great room perfect for what we needed
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Rydges Camperdown
Room and staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Haberfield Hotel
Excellent!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Doonside
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.
Penrith
Unique features of Penrith include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Westfield Penrith Shopping Centre or BlueBet Stadium while you're exploring the area.
Sydney Olympic Park
Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.
Doonside
- Featherdale Wildlife Park
- Qudos Bank Arena
- White Bay Cruise Terminal
- Accor Stadium
- Westmead Hospital
- Sydney Motorsport Park
- Raging Waters Sydney
- Norwest Business Park
- Macquarie Shopping Centre
- Rosehill Gardens Racecourse
- Liverpool Hospital
- Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre
- Panthers World of Entertainment
- DFO Homebush
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
- Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre
- Hillsong Church
- Sydney International Regatta Centre
