A selection of great things to do in Sydney, from free and romantic activities, to top tourist attractions and must-visits.
Here are some articles with great ideas for things to do in and around Sydney:
Surrounded by the waters of the Tasman Sea, Broken Bay and Pittwater, Palm Beach is Sydney’s northernmost beach town. Situated 40km north of the Sydney CBD, Palm Beach has a unique atmosphere that resembles a little tropical paradise.
Palm Beach is a popular day trip destination for Sydney-siders, as well as a niche holiday retreat for tourists, backpackers, and Australian and international celebrities alike.
Despite Sydney’s strong population growth in recent times, Australia’s most beautiful city is still home to a great number of parks.
Sydney has always had a love affair with the outdoors and the best way to enjoy that outside breeze, fresh air and sunshine is by visiting one of the many parks located in and around the city.
Millions of people each year head to Sydney’s west to visit the Blue Mountains. Loved by tourists and local Sydney-siders alike, the Blue Mountains region is one of the most popular day and weekend destinations in New South Wales.
Countless walking tracks, beautiful waterfalls, deep valleys and canyons, thriving rainforests and numerous lookout points with breathtaking views, the Blue Mountains truly has something to do for everyone.
Hiking in Sydney is the best way to fully enjoy and appreciate the sheer beauty of this great city. You can walk the beaches, the mountains, the bush, and of course the magnificent Sydney Harbour.
Sydney has a lot to offer when it comes to beautiful natural scenery. The coastline, the beaches, the mountains, the valleys, as a Sydney-sider you have an endless amount of options for great day trips to undertake.
Chasing waterfalls is a fun way to go out and about and discover the beauty and variety of Sydney’s national parks. To help you get inspired, we have selected ten of the prettiest waterfalls in and around Sydney that you can get very close to.
Read more10 Best Waterfalls in and Around Sydney You Need to Visit
No matter how beautiful Sydney is, sometimes we just want to escape the city for a nice day trip, discovering beautiful destinations we haven’t been to before.
With a beautiful and long coastline, and so many different national parks surrounding the city, there really isn’t any shortage of great day trips from Sydney.
Sydney has a near perfect climate, with pleasant daytime temperatures in winter, and long warm days during the summer months. And best of all, the sun always shines in Sydney. Or does it?
Believe it or not, Sydney actually experiences on average 100 rainy days per year, with an average yearly rainfall of more than 1200 mm. Compared to other Australian cities, those statistics aren’t too bad, but for some of us they may still come as a surprise.
Sydney’s most popular weekend destination, the Blue Mountains, is home to countless walking tracks, beautiful sights, scenic waterfalls and trendy towns.
With so many things to see and do in the Blue Mountains, it can be challenging for first-time visitors to work out where to go in one day.
Read moreHow to Spend a Day in the Blue Mountains (6 Day Trip Itineraries by Car and Train)
One of the best ways to experience the beauty of Sydney Harbour is by doing one of the many scenic and practical ferry trips with Sydney Ferries.
We have selected 7 of the best Sydney Harbour ferry rides that not only provide great views of the Harbour but also bring you to exciting destinations.
Read more7 Awesome Sydney Harbour Ferry Trips (Plus Great Destinations)
Sydney is arguably one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but unfortunately it’s also one of the most expensive places to live or to spend your holiday.
However, with a near perfect climate and a great variety of natural and man-made landmarks and sights on offer, there are also lots of free things to do in Sydney.