Darling Harbour - Sydney In only about 30 years Darling Harbour has change from being a small shipping dock to a major tourist attraction. Darling Harbour is within walking distance or monorail from the CBD. There are many attractions for both the tourist or families including: The Australian Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Chinese Garden of Friendship, Sydney Aquarium, Imax Theatre, Sydney Art Gallery and Star City Casino. For those who like to shop there is the Harbourside Shopping centre to buy those souvenirs. Cockle Bay Wharf has a good variety of outdoor restaurants and cafes.