Sydney, Australia Welcome to Sydney, with new experiences around every corner. As the official tourism, destinations and events website, let us guide you through this surprising city. Wildlife, nightlife, the good life. Hidden restaurants down historic laneways, famous icons on Sydney Harbour, an endless calendar of events. Golden sands, turquoise oceans, dewy green rainforests. This is Sydney. Bring the family, your best mates, your soul mate — and feel the city’s heartbeat all year round. So, where to first? Must-see events Discover the best of Sydney Tour the famous Sydney Opera House Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge Discover The Rocks precinct Your guide to the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk Meet wildlife at Taronga Zoo Explore the Royal Botanic Garden Get a culture fix at the Art Gallery of NSW Swim at iconic Bondi Beach Check out trendy Barangaroo Soak in the views at Sydney Tower Eye Expand your mind at the MCA Eat your way through Chinatown Hotels in Sydney Stylish budget stays The most unique stays in Sydney Pet-friendly accommodation Cockatoo Island's waterfront camping Roar & Snore at Taronga Zoo Accommodation by the water Most romantic stays Camping near Sydney Places to stay for large groups Wellness hotels & retreats Top attractions for kids Where to stay with kids in Sydney Zoos & wildlife encounters A 3-day family itinerary in Sydney SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Top museums in Sydney Where to eat out with the family Kid-friendly tours in Sydney Budget-friendly school holiday activities Free things to do with kids Luna Park Sydney Family-friendly beaches The best musicals now showing Art galleries & exhibitions 4 self-guided Sydney culture trails Where to find Sydney’s street art Must-see theatre shows & plays Dance, cabaret & ballet Concerts & live music Where to see Aboriginal art in Sydney Delve into Sydney's history Aboriginal cultural experiences Catch a comedy show Best behind-the-scenes tours A first-time visitors guide 72 hours in Sydney for luxury lovers A gourmet weekend in Sydney A scenic day trip to the Blue Mountains An adventurous day trip to Parramatta A sun-soaked day trip to the Northern Beaches A coastal day trip to Cronulla A pet-friendly holiday in Sydney A 3-day romantic break in Sydney A long weekend in Sydney for outdoor adventure The best of the Royal National Park in one day How to have a wellness weekend in Sydney Tastiest eat streets in Sydney Best bars in Sydney right now Waterside restaurants

Food tours & cooking schools Best brunch spots Explore Western Sydney's street food Cheap eats you must try Best pubs in Sydney Dog-friendly restaurants Sydney's most decadent desserts The best of Sydney's fine dining Choose your season Photograph Sydney’s pretty jacarandas Check out the Sculpture by the Sea exhibition Get inspired at Sydney Fringe Festival Soak up the sun at an outdoor café Meet up with friends in a beer garden Jump onboard a scenic ferry trip Escape the city on a camping trip Lace-up on a family-friendly hike Drink in the views from a rooftop bar Take a dip in Sydney’s best beaches Watch the New Year's Eve fireworks Get active with these water activities Dive into an ocean pool Grab a bag of popcorn at an outdoor cinema Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community at Mardi Gras Ring in Lunar New Year Embrace Sydney’s autumn colours Enjoy a family day out at the Royal Easter Show Eat your way through the Ramadan Night Markets Join a guided walking tour of Sydney Laugh out loud at the Sydney Comedy Festival Indulge in a yum cha brunch Stock up on produce at a weekend market Go on a brewery crawl of the Inner West Warm up with a bowl of ramen Settle in at a pub with a fireplace Embark on a whale-watching tour Find things to do on a rainy day Head underground to a hidden bar Take the plunge in a bathhouse Book into a cosy winter stay Marvel as the city lights up during Vivid Sydney What's happening in Sydney View all The best kid-friendly tours in Sydney 22 of the best wine bars in Sydney right now 14 of the most stunning parks & gardens in Sydney Not sure where to start? Try one of these What can I do for free in Sydney? Best walks in Sydney with views Fun things to do with kids in Sydney Where can I get good food and drink in the city? Best markets in Sydney Where should I stay in Sydney? What musicals, theatre and concerts are on in Sydney? More about Sydney Wondering where to stay in Sydney? Then explore the accommodation options on the website. You can make reservations as well. Getting around is easy on public transport . Ferries and harbour cruises are a memorable way to experience the beauty of one of the world’s great natural harbours. Hop on a ferry at Circular Quay for Taronga Zoo , Manly or Watsons Bay . You can also take a ferry to intriguing Sydney Harbour islands and Parramatta for delicious food and colonial heritage. Or jump aboard a Tribal Warrior cruise and explore Aboriginal culture, the world’s oldest living culture. Aboriginal people have a long connection with Sydney, dating back at least 50,000 years before the First Fleet arrived in 1788. There are fun and informative Aboriginal-guided tours , including in national parks where you can see ancient indigenous ochre hand-paintings and rock engravings. The following pages will also help you plan your holidays, short breaks and weekend escapes: Places to visit Events in Sydney Deals and packages Tours in Sydney Hire cars, kayaks and other things Subscribe to our newsletter Stay connected to Sydney for all the latest news, stories, upcoming events and travel inspiration. Discover Somewhere New All the insider news, tips and inspiration you need to plan your next trip, delivered straight to your inbox.