At the Northern end of the Central business district of Sydney between Cape Bennelong point and the rocks area stretches Key Circular quay, lined with parks and restaurants, the ferry and train stations, walking paths and shopping streets.

Originally embankment used for navigation, but eventually turned into a transportation and recreational centre. Once it was called "semi-circular quay", which more accurately reflects its form, but later the name was shortened for convenience.

Previously, Circular Quay was the main end point of most electric trams of Sydney's East. And the first tram in 1861 passed along the seafront from the old Sydney railway station along pitt street, was horse-drawn. For many years 27 regular tram routes went from Central station down Calif street to Circular Key.

Today Key Circular quay – the transport hub of Sydney with ferry, train and bus stations. By the way, the local railway station is the only one in town, located above the ground.

In addition, the promenade is the largest in Sydney, the venue for various events, thanks to its strategic location between the Sydney Opera house and harbour bridge. It is here that organize the fireworks in honor of Independence Day Australia and in New Year's eve.

At Circular quay Museum of Contemporary Art and the City Library. In autumn 2006 there was held the largest in Australia exhibition under the open sky – more than 7 weeks I was staying in Sydney Berlin Teddy Bears, each representing a member country of the UN and symbolized peace, freedom and friendship.