Sydney wakes beautifully. The first light catches the Opera House sails, spreads across the harbour, and floods the eastern suburbs with golden warmth.

Top spots include the Opera House forecourt (arrive 30 minutes early), Mrs Macquarie's Chair for the classic harbour panorama, Bondi Beach facing east-southeast, and the hidden Milk Beach in Vaucluse for city skyline views.

For street alignments, Glenmore Road in Paddington catches equinox sunrise through tree-lined heritage streetscapes. Oxford Street in Surry Hills offers alignment opportunities with mixed heritage and modern buildings.

Sydney's sunrise varies from around 5:30am in summer to nearly 7am in winter. Check CityHenge for exact times and upcoming alignments.

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