Sydney Harbour Bridge

This is one of Sydney’s most famous landmarks second only to the Sydney Opera House. Construction was completed in 1932. The bridge was built by 1400 workers, 16 of whom were killed in accidents during construction.

Painting the bridge has become an endless task. Approximately 80,000 litres of paint are required for each coat, enough to cover an area equivalent to 60 soccer fields. Before Paul Hogan (from the movie Crocodile Dundee) became famous, he worked on the Sydney Harbour Bridge as a painter.

It is recommended that all visitors go to the Pylon Lookout. Inside the Lookout is a fascinating display on how this bridge was built. Entry to the Pylon is from the pedestrian walkway on the Harbour Bridge. You can get to the walkway via the stairs in Cumberland Street, The Rocks.

To walk to the Sydney Harbour bridge from the Jolly Swagman Hostel in Kings Cross takes about 25 minutes - but its a really great walk.

The Bridgeclimb is a really aweomse experience - but it is kind of expensive for the backpacker budget  - what do you think?