Visitor Info

GENERAL ENQUIRIES

+61 2 8274 7777
[email protected]
Our team is available from 9am - 5pm
7 days a week

Events & Group Enquiries

[email protected]

LOCATION

The Pylon Lookout & Museum is located within the Sydney Harbour Bridge South-East Pylon. Entry is from the Bridge Pedestrian walk way.

Opening hours

Saturday – Monday: 10am – 6pm – last recommended entry at 5pm

Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 4pm – last recommended entry at 3pm

*Please note that these hours are subject to change

HOLIDAY PERIOD CHANGE TO HOURS:

25 December – CLOSED

30 December – 10am – 4pm

31 December – CLOSED

Special events, group tours and venue hire are available throughout the year. See What’s On for special event dates or for private and corporate event enquiries contact our team at [email protected].

General Admission Prices

Entry to the Pylon Lookout & Museum can be booked online at the below ticket prices:

Book tickets

Please note: there are no cash sales in the Pylon. If you wish to purchase a ticket at the door, or visit the gift shop, please ensure you have other payment methods available. 

**SPECIAL ENTRY OFFER**

Book a BridgeClimb & Adults can get 50% off entry to the Pylon! Find out more. 

pYLON GIFT CARDS

Looking to gift a visit to the Pylon Lookout & Museum to a loved one or visitor to Sydney? Head to our booking page and simply choose the number of visitors you would like to receive the gift, and select “BUY GIFT CARD” to purchase. All gift cards are valid for three years from the date of purchase. 

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Getting here

  • From The Rocks – take the Harbour Bridge lift or stairs from Cumberland Street, located opposite The Glenmore Hotel. Turn right and walk North along the pedestrian footpath for 300 metres until you reach the South-East Pylon entrance.
  • From Milsons Point – head to the Bridge footpath via the stairs or lift and walk South for 800m to reach the Pylon entrance.  

SCHOOL & GROUP TOURS

Take a private tour of the South-East Pylon and discover the fascinating history of our beloved Harbour Bridge.

Find out more

VENUE HIRE & EVENTS

Host your next event inside the heritage listed South-East Pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Find out more

FAQS

  • From The Rocks – take the Harbour Bridge lift or stairs from Cumberland Street, located opposite The Glenmore Hotel. Turn right and walk North along the pedestrian footpath for 300 metres until you reach the South-East Pylon entrance.
  • From Milsons Point – head to the Bridge footpath via the stairs or lift and walk South for 800m to reach the Pylon entrance. 

There is no lift inside the Pylon, you will be required to walk up over 200 steps to reach the top. 

The Lookout level reaches 87m above sea level.

The Pylon is suitable for all ages, as long as you’re comfortable ascending the 200 stairs to the top. 

Yes, visitors can purchase a general admission ticket at the Pylon entry level.

Yes, there are toilets within the Pylon, as well as a gift shop where you can purchase refreshments.

Tickets are non-refundable, however you are able to change the date of your visit free of charge, to any time within 3 months of your original visit date, by calling our team on +61 2 8274 7777. 

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

Please refer to our terms and conditions for details on conditions of entry and booking terms.