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 The Harbour Bridge, from the
Circular Quay by pchamlis
But for the more adventurous sort, we can talk about Sydney's Harbour Bridge...
From a cartological standpoint, the Sydney Harbour Bridge connects Dawes Point and the Rocks in Sydney to North Sydney, via the Bradfield Highway. The bridge was completed in 1932 and is 1,132 meters long. It accomodates pedestrian walkways, and only requires less than an hour to walk across and back. You'll be rewarded with another spectacular look at downtown Sydney, and you'll get a breath of fresh harbor air as you do so. Now, as you may know, you may CLIMB the Harbour Bridge, for an even more scintillating look at Sydney. But, if that sounds a bit athletic, you might want to stop off at the Pylon Lookout, which is on the SE pylon of the bridge. For about A$5 (adults), you can walk up about 200 steps to a point some 100 meters high, which affords a great view.
OK, the pylon will get you a "little high" at the Harbour Bridge. For info on getting "extremely high" at the Harbour Bridge, see the following tip. ; ) Leave a Comment Address: Right at Dawes Point/The RocksPhone: 02/9247 3408 (Pylon Lookout)Directions: To reach the pylon, walk to the far end of George Street in the Rocks, past the Mercantile Pub. Go down the steps to Cumberland Street. 2 minutes to the pylon.
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 harbor bridge by willy_wonkaLeave a Comment Directions: around the rocks area
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 by RedEaredPanda
You are attached with a harness and are climbing ladders and steep stairs. Meanwhile you look down and there is traffic rushing through on the street below you. The traffic makes the bridge shake a little, but you forget about that once you're up there. Rafi was scared of height but I dragged him up there and now he wants to do it again :) Avg price is around $150.00 per person, depending on which tour you want to take.
P.S See if you can recognise the people in black :) Leave a Comment
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 Sydney Harbour Bridge by Gypsystravels
There are pedastrian and cycle paths and for those on the adventurous side, take a shot at the BridgeClimb. Leave a Comment
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 be lots of stone and
steel here me thinks! by willy_wonkaLeave a Comment
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 THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE
TAKEN AT MILSONS POINT by DennyP, 4 more photos
There is a bridge walk that you can do to the top of the span...but its very expensive.. Leave a Comment Directions: Catch any suburban train travelling to Sydneys northern suburbs..that stops at Milsons Point..
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 Climb THAT??? Are you nuts?? by pchamlis
Now, we get serious. As you've heard, you are allowed to actually CLIMB the Harbour Bridge. That's right....you can freaking climb the bridge, on TOP of it. Shudder....
So, if you're the super adventurous type, or if your friends are pressuring you to try and you can't find a way to save face, here's the scoop. As for the Aussiedoug angle, here it is... Doug's wife Kerry bought him a gift climb of the Harbour for Christmas. Doug still hasn't cashed it in, for a variety of reasons. All of them seemed good to me, but still.... Doug's gotta climb this bridge pretty soon, or Kerry's out a pile of money.
People have been allowed to climb the bridge since 1998. The experience takes about 3 hours. You check in at BridgeClimb, over at the SE part of the bridge. Climbers leave in small groups every 10 minutes or so. You wear a bridge suit, you're harnessed to a line. You are also breath-tested for alcohol and are banned from carrying ANYTHING, including cameras. The cost for a daylight climb is around A$150 for adults, and A$110 for kids, 12-16. Twilight climbs are more.
OK two things.... I hear the climb is spectacular. And second, I can't relate personal experience. Two reasons are that it's pricy AND I hate that ban on cameras. Hell, if I'm climbing the darned bridge, I want a photo.
But, the biggest reason that I did not climb is that my daughter wanted no part of the endeavor. And this trip to Oz was, mostly, HER dream trip. I'd never have thought of leaving her below for a three hour climb. (Sounds a bit like that "three hour tour" on Gilligan's Island, doesn't it?)
If you want to climb the bridge, book early. It fills up fast.
AND, if you'd like to climb it CHEAP, you might contact Aussiedoug and make him an offer on that gift certificate of his. : ) Leave a Comment Address: 5 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, SydneyPhone: 02/9240 1100Directions: Go to the SE base area of the Harbour Bridge. Offices are open daily from 8 am until 6 pm.Website: www.bridgeclimb.com Other Contact: 02/9240 1122 (fax)
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 One of many gr8 views by aussiedoug
Well the best laid plans of mice & me do indeed often go astray. Bu t not too badly in this case.
I was a bit late starting & taking lots of photos before I'd actually stepped foot on the Bridge walkway didn't help (either did stopping at Rozelle on the way in for brunch. lol!)
So at 11.30 I started off enjoying the blue sky & dazzling lateish Spring sunshine (yes forgot my hat didn't I!!!). A mere 5 minutes or so into the walk I came upon a sign saying Pylon Lookout so thinking to myself, "This could lead to some more beautiful photo opportunities" I decided to climb the 200 steps to get up to the Pylon Lookout.
And well worth it, it was for sure! Excellent views in all directions. Some great photos (if only my memory card reader & computer would co-operate I'd be able to tell!). Also very informative recreations using dummies & props to show us a little of what it was like for the workers without today's much stricter Occupation , Health & Safety standards.
You will get a lot of information about the facts e.g. It's a 2 hinged single span steel arch bridge, 1149m lon (including approach spans).
The hinges are necessary because on very hot day it can expand up to 18 cm. And lots more. It isn't a case of information overload though & there are some gr8 photos to go with it. My photo here is taken from one of theirs. Leave a Comment Address: On the bridge itself .Phone: 02 9240 1100Directions: Yes as explained above, it's only about 5 minutes from the city side & you'll see the sign. Take advantage of this if you don't want to pay the big money for the Bridge Climb.Website: www.pylonlookout.com.au
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 The "coathanger" from Darling
Harbour cruise by robertgaz, 4 more photos
Fondly known by the locals as the 'Coathanger', the Sydney Harbour Bridge celebrated its 70th birthday in 2002, with its official opening in March 1932.
For the adventurous and intrepid it is possible to climb to the top of the bridge under strict supervision. Don't take any liquid courage before the climb because you will be breath tested for alcohol before being allowed to participate.
For anyone interested, here are some interesting facts and figures -
Length of arch span 503m
Height of top of arch 134m above mean sea level
Height to top of aircraft beacon 141m above mean sea level
Width of deck 49m
Clearance for shipping 49m
Height of pylons 89 metres above mean sea level
Base of each abutment tower 68m across and 48m long (two pylons rest on each abutment tower)
Total length of bridge 1149m including approach spans
Bearing pins Each of the four pins measures 4.2m long and 368mm in diameter
Thrust on bearings Under maximum load approximately 20,000 tonnes on each bearing
Number of rivets Approximately 6,000,000
Largest rivet Weighed 3.5 kilograms and was 395mm long
Longest hanger 58.8m
Shortest hanger 7.3m
Total weight of steelwork 52,800 tonnes including arch and mild steel approach spans
Weight of arch 39,000 tonnes
Rock excavated for foundations 122,000 cubic metres
Concrete used for bridge 95,000 cubic metres
Granite facing used on pylons and piers 17,000 cubic metres
Allowance for deck expansion 420mm
Allowance for arch expansion The arch may rise or fall 18cm due to heating or cooling
Number of panels in arch 28, each 18.28m wide
Record tonnage erected 589 tonnes of steelwork was erected on the arch in one day on 26 November 1929
Paint required 272,000 litres of paint were required to give the Bridge its initial three coats Leave a Comment
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 climbing the bridge by Mairo21
It is a unforgettable experience, and I advise you to book online well in advance. IT is a popular attraction.
The whole process takes about 3.5 hours. You check in, get dressed in these windbreaker body suits( I went during their winter season, so it might be a different getup if you go during the summertime.), gather your equipment and go through a quick training class (so you know how to work you equipment), then you head out towards the bridge with your personal guide. There are usually 10 people to a group and it is best if you are up front near the guide, versus all the way in the back of the pack where you feel somewhat forgotten.
Be prepared to climb up steep ladders and cross catwalks...then prepare for the amazing view! Leave a Comment
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