DayTripper
Shopping expedition? Lots to do in a day? Exploring Sydney's tourist attractions?
DayTripper is an all-in-one day ticket that gives you unlimited travel on CityRail trains within the Sydney suburban area, as well as regular Sydney Buses and Sydney Ferries services. Purchase your DayTripper ticket on the day you want to travel.
| Adult | $18.20 |
|---|---|
| Child | $9.00 |
When at least one fare-paying adult travels with their children or grandchildren, the first child travels for a child fare and the other children travel free.
Where can I use the DayTripper?
You can use your DayTripper at all stations on the DayTripper map as well as most Sydney Buses and Sydney Ferries services.
The DayTripper area is bounded by the following CityRail stations: Cowan, Emu Plains, Richmond, Carlingford, Macarthur, Cronulla, Otford and Bondi Junction. DayTrippers cannot be used on the Sydney Explorer, Bondi Explorer or special event buses.
If you plan to enter or exit at Green Square, Mascot, Domestic Airport or International Airport, you'll need to buy an additional GatePass ticket at the station.
Where can I purchase a DayTripper?
DayTripper is available at CityRail stations in the Sydney suburban area, on board regular Sydney Buses and Sydney Ferries services, at Sydney Buses TransitShops, and at Sydney Ferries ticket offices at Circular Quay and Manly.
Please note that DayTripper cannot be purchased on board Sydney Buses PrePay Only services.
Tickets purchased from CityRail stations and on board regular Sydney Buses and Sydney Ferries services are valid from the time of purchase. Tickets purchased from TransitShops are valid at the time of first use and can be pre-purchased.
Discounts to Sydney attractions
To make your Sydney trip even better, we've included discounts on some of Sydney's top attractions - all you have to do is show your valid and dated DayTripper ticket. These discounts are only available on the same day as the date shown on your DayTripper ticket.
Australian National Maritime Museum
20% off vessel entry tickets
Enter the awesome world of underwater warfare aboard the Museum's submarine, HMAS Onslow; explore the last of the big gun destroyers, HMAS Vampire; marvel at Captain Cook's vessel HMB Endeavour.
How to get there: train to Town Hall Station and a short walk along Market Street and over the Pyrmont Bridge, or train to Circular Quay and a ferry to Pyrmont Bay Wharf.
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm daily
(6.00pm in January). Closed Christmas Day
Featherdale Wildlife Park
25% off general admission
En route to the famous Blue Mountains, Featherdale Wildlife Park provides up close interactive encounters with Australia's wildlife including all day free koala encounters and the opportunity to hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus. See crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils, ghost bats and much more.
How to get there: train to Blacktown Station. Take a 10-minute bus ride on Busways route 725 from the station to Featherdale.
Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily.
Closed Christmas Day
Please note that DayTripper is not valid for travel on Busways services. Normal fares apply.
Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Buy 1 get 1 free admission
Visit this popular museum designed and built by convicts in the early 19th century. Hear stories of their daily lives, step inside a recreated punishment box, and try on some leg irons.
How to get there: located at the north end of Hyde Park. Train to St James or Martin Place stations then a short walk to the corner of Macquarie Street and Prince Albert Road.
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm daily
Luna Park Sydney
20% off Go Wild Pass
Release your lunatic! With spectacular views of the harbour, Sydney's much-loved Luna Park is where everyone goes... just for fun! Enjoy crazy rides, madcap games, yummy food and more!
How to get there: train to Milsons Point Station and a short walk down Alfred Street, or train to Circular Quay Station and a ferry to Milsons Point Wharf.
Manly Bike Tours
15% off bike hire
With over 20 kilometres of dedicated bicycle paths, the best way to explore Sydney's most beautiful coastal town is by bike! Manly Bike Tours has a large fleet of mountain bikes, cruisers, tandem and kids' bikes for hire as well as offering guided tours of the area. Along the way discover secluded beaches and pristine marine reserves, and take in the amazing views from the Sydney Harbour National Park on North Head.
How to get there: train to Circular Quay, a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly and a short walk from Manly Wharf to 2 West Promenade.
Opening hours: 9.00am - 6.00pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
Oceanworld Manly
20% off general admission
Oceanworld offers a unique up close and personal experience with dangerous Australian animals and amazing marine life. See huge sharks, giant stingrays, turtles and more from the 110-metre tunnel and meet Oceanworld's experts with feeds and regular guided tours.
How to get there: train to Circular Quay, a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly and a short walk from Manly Wharf to West Esplanade.
Opening hours: 10.00am - 5.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
Only valid for single entry tickets.
Powerhouse Museum
20% off general admission
The Powerhouse Museum has something for the whole family, with an extraordinary array of treasures and innovations across design and decorative arts, transport, space, science and technology. Take a highlights tour, see our spectacular Sound & Light show, or have fun in our interactive playspaces.
How to get there: train to Central Station and a short walk along Harris Street.
Opening hours: 10.00am - 5.00pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
Sydney Aquarium
15% off adult and child tickets
Sydney Aquarium is a must-see, and one of the best things to do in Sydney. Walk under water and explore Australia's rich and diverse aquatic life and habitats. A trip to Sydney Aquarium is fantastic fun for kids, family and friends.
How to get there: train to Town Hall and then
its a five-minute walk to Darling Harbour.
Opening hours: 9.00am - 10.00pm daily
Only valid for single entry tickets.
Sydney Olympic Park and ANZ Stadium
10% off merchandise and 20% off ANZ Stadium Tour
After the tour, pop into the Visitor Centre
and pick up a souvenir of your visit to Sydney Olympic Park.
How to get there: train from Central to Lidcombe Station and then take the Olympic Park Sprint train.
10% off merchandise at the Visitor Centre. 20% off the ANZ Stadium behind the scenes tour. Subject to availability.
Sydney Opera House
20% off the Essential tour
See inside the worlds most recognisable sails and experience this miracle of architecture and engineering.
How to get there: Circular Quay is a short walk from Sydney Opera House. You can catch buses, trains and ferries to Circular Quay.
Opening hours: Tours run daily,
every 30 minutes between 9.00am - 5.00pm. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday
20% off The Essential Tour (adult price only). Subject to availability.
Sydney Tower and OzTrek
15% off adult and child tickets
Sydney's best views are just the beginning! Sydney Tower takes you to the highest point above Sydney for breathtaking 360-degree views of our beautiful harbour city. Plus your ticket to the top includes OzTrek, an amazing virtual reality ride across Australia with 3D holographic technology, 180-degree cinema screens, surround sound and heart-stopping, real-motion seating!
How to get there: train to Town Hall Station and a short walk along Market Street.
Opening hours: 9.00am - 10.30pm daily. Saturdays to 11.30pm
Only valid for single entry tickets.
Sydney Wildlife World
15% off adult and child tickets
Sydney Wildlife World is Sydney's wildest new flora and fauna attraction. Step into a world that is totally wild and enjoy an authentic Australian wildlife experience, right in the heart of Darling Harbour.
How to get there: train to Town Hall and then its a 5-10 minute walk down Market Street to Darling Harbour.
Opening hours: 9.00am to 5.30pm daily
Only valid for single entry tickets.
Taronga Zoo
10% discount on zoo entry
Taronga Zoo offers a complete day out with free flight bird and seal shows throughout the day. Discover our Asian elephants and the new baby elephant calf - Luk Chai, feed the giraffes or see lions, tigers, bears and rare snow leopards.
How to get there: train to Circular Quay Station and then only 12 minutes by ferry.
Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily
The Australian Museum
20% off general admission
Get up close to life-size replicas of dinosaurs, marvel at amazing birds and insects. Visit Search & Discover and learn about native animals, hours will slip by like minutes. The constantly-changing schedule of special exhibitions cover a huge range of subjects and the main exhibitions are a joy for adults and kids alike. Collections not to be missed include Indigenous Australians and Skeletons. Children will simply love Kidspace and the Dinosaurs.
How to get there: train to Museum Station and a short walk across Hyde Park to the Museum.
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
DayTripper terms and conditions
- Only valid dated DayTripper tickets will be accepted at these venues
- Discount offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offer, group, family or concession rate
- All discounted offers are valid from January 2010.
