Experience Vivid Sydney at Darling Harbour: A Must-See Guide

Vivid Sydney transforms Darling Harbour into a luminous playground, with its spectacular fusion of light, music, and ideas. As one of the highlights of the city's cultural calendar, Darling Harbour offers a plethora of attractions that come alive even more during Vivid. Here's your ultimate guide to experiencing Vivid Sydney at Darling Harbour, featuring Madame Tussauds, SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and more.

Marvel at Madame Tussauds' Glittering Celebrities

Begin your Vivid adventure at Madame Tussauds Sydney, where you can see your favourite celebrities in a new light. The dazzling wax figures are set against vibrant, themed backdrops that glow with the festival's energy. Don't miss the interactive zones that offer unique, illuminated experiences. Madame Tussauds is also launching a new exhibition in line with VIVID called ‘Illuminate Sydney’, be sure to check it out!

Dive into the Depths at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Explore the mysterious underwater world at SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium, especially mesmerising during Vivid. The aquarium's glowing tanks and vivid displays of marine life offer a serene contrast to the bustling festival outside. Vivid-themed events and night-time tours enhance the experience, allowing you to see aquatic life in a whole new light.

VIVID SKYWALK at The Sydney Tower Eye 

Not usually available in the evenings, this unique outdoor experience will see guests soaking up the stunning views from above the lit-up city skyline, catching glimpses of VIVID from 268m above the city and a thousand miles from care.

During the 60-minute VIVID SKYWALK experience, guests will be amazed at the exhilarating view as they walk 360 degrees around the outside of the tower and hear from the friendly guides as they point out iconic landmarks and share the best of Sydney’s historic stories.

Be warned, tickets are extremely limited with just two walks per evening - Don't delay, BOOK NOW!

At WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo - journey through Australia’s iconic Great Southern Land with a range of habitats to explore. Grab a glimpse of some night creatures that call the zoo home, from slithering snakes, mischievous gliders, or even a bouncing bilby.

As guests explore Australia’s most iconic habitats both above and below water, they will enjoy free UV reactive activity sheets and on weekends, free glow-in-the-dark face painting is available!

Wander Through the Wild at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo 

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo offers a nocturnal adventure like no other during Vivid Sydney. Venture through the heart of Australia's animal kingdom under the night sky, illuminated by the colourful lights of Vivid. Special evening tours introduce you to the Australian Outback as you've never seen it before, with the zoo's native inhabitants showcased in a luminous new context.