Sydney vs Melbourne - City Size Comparison

Sydney is australia's largest city, known for the opera house. With an area of 12,368 km² and a population of 5.31 million, it stands as one of the major urban centers in Australia.

Melbourne is australia's cultural capital and second-largest city. Covering 9,993 km² with 5.08 million residents, it plays a significant role in Australia's urban landscape.

When comparing these two cities at the same map scale, you can visually appreciate the differences in their urban sprawl, street patterns, and overall city planning approaches. Use the synchronized zoom feature above to explore how these cities compare at various levels of detail.