Top New South Wales Air Tours

Seeing Sydney’s highlights from the ground only tells part of the story. This private sightseeing flight from Bankstown Airport lets you take in aerial views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House before shifting into high-adrenaline mode with thrilling rolls and loops. Choose a departure time that fits your schedule and experience the city from a whole new angle—then feel the rush as your pilot adds an aerobatic twist.

Set off on one of your 40min Signature Flights over the breathtaking Northern NSW coastline. From Ballina, soar over the stunning beaches of Lennox Head before tracing the rugged headlands to Cape Byron, the most easterly point of Australia. Take in sweeping views of the iconic lighthouse poised above the Pacific Ocean, glide over Julian Rocks Nature Reserve, and follow Byron’s famous coastline as it unfolds beneath you. Every moment is enhanced with insightful pilot commentary, bringing landscapes, history, and natural wonders to life. For the extended 60min Discovery Flight, continue inland over the ancient volcanic landscapes surrounding Wollumbin – Mt Warning, with striking views across rolling valleys, Rocky Creek Dam, and Minyon Falls before returning to Ballina. This is more than a flight, it’s an extraordinary journey of exploration as you fly across the coastline, Iconic locations, immersed in pure adventure from a sky-high perspective that stays with you long after landing.

Save yourself the guesswork of finding a restaurant with a view and secure guaranteed window seating at Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant. Dine nearly 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the city as the restaurant completes a full rotation, revealing changing views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, and even the Blue Mountains on clear days. Enjoy an unlimited buffet with more than 30 dishes, plus an included drink.

Enjoy sweeping views of Sydney Harbour during a 20-minute scenic helicopter flight over Sydney. If you’re short on time in the city or just want to see a lot in one go, take to the skies for a quick flight with stunning panoramic views. Check off Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House, and Sydney Harbour Bridge without having to walk anywhere or struggle through the crowds.

Experience the thrill of an aerobatics flight with an expert pilot who provides a once-in-a-lifetime adventure over Sydney. After an introduction to basic tricks, your pilot takes your small plane through a sequence of aerobatic maneuvers used in modern-day competition. These daredevil moves were perfected by fighter pilots during World War I in order to avoid being shot down during attacks. Your pilot explains each move via headsets that allow for two-way communications throughout your adrenaline-filled flight.

The Red Bull Air Race is the world’s most prestigious Aerobatics competition and this tour gives you a taste of the action without having to leave Sydney. Hop aboard a Red Baron Extra 330LX stunt plane and buckle up for a thrilling ride with a professional stunt pilot. Experience G forces between +8G and -4G as you soar through the air, reach speeds of up to 255 mi/h (410 km/h), and carry out stunts including rolls, loops, wingovers, and hammerheads.

Come, if you dare, on an evening stroll through Sydney’s most haunted streets. Your guide leads you on a walking tour around The Rocks district, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods and a place full of spine-tingling stories and legendary ghosts. Learn more about historical events and paranormal phenomena while your guide tells you about hauntings and ghost sightings in fascinating detail.

With spaced-out highlights and an overwhelming mix of transport options, it can be hard to cover the best of Sydney on your own—especially if you're short on time. Keep things simple with this guided tour—with private and small-group options—and maximize your day with an itinerary that checks off plenty in one seamless experience. From the comfort of a private vehicle, visit The Rocks, Bondi Beach, and Watson’s Bay, and enjoy time to linger at sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Take in views from one of Sydney's best vantage points, the revolving restaurant at Sydney Tower, 81 stories above the ground. Dining experience includes 3-Course a-la-carte menu served with freshly baked bread, cultured butter, and Chef's selected side dish. This sophisticated restaurant offers an intimate, stylish fine dining experience, with contemporary Australian-French fusion cuisine.

Experience Sydney from a unique viewpoint: the seat of a helicopter. Soar over sights like the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Olympic Park, the Parramatta River, and the beautiful coastline. Your pilot with narrate throughout the ride, and answer your questions. An ideal trip for travelers who want to fit a lot of sightseeing into a short time, for those seeking a memorable activity, or for a romantic occasion.