In case you missed it, Sydney’s transport system has had a major upgrade.
Your ultimate guide to Sydney
Discover the city's best things to do, culture, dining, nightlife, bars and theatre
In case you missed it, Sydney’s transport system has had a major upgrade.
Things to do in Sydney
Latest news stories
Australia's fastest footy players are set to compete in a new race on grand final day in Sydney
Rugby League’s fastest players will go head to head in a sprint comp on NRL Grand Final day this year
Daylight savings is returning to NSW in less than a month – here’s when to turn your clocks forward
Come October 6, Sydneysiders will enjoy an extra hour of evening sunlight
Stop everything: Cathay Pacific has just launched a huge international flight sale
You could fly from Sydney to Paris and back for $1,655, or grab return flights from Sydney to London for $1,593
Australia's newest nature-packed National Park is right here in NSW
The 37,422-hectare park has just been named Cuttaburra National Park
Global second-hand superstore Savers is opening its first Australian "thrift boutique" in Sydney
The huge Darlinghurst store will be home to tonnes of vintage and pre-loved items at thrift-store prices
Powerhouse Museum's heritage status has been extended, and it's getting a $300-million glow-up
This huge Sydney museum is going through a once-in-a-century refurbishment, with renewed heritage status meaning it will stay well into the future
It's official: This Sydney restaurant is home to one of the world's Top 10 Burgers
It was the only Aussie burger to make the coveted Top 10 Burgers 2024 list, officially making it the best burg in the country
These are the fastest-selling suburbs in Sydney according to property experts
These are the five Sydney suburbs where selling a house takes the least amount of time
Latest food and drink reviews
Tan Viet Noodle House
Locals and out-of-towners flock to this Cabramatta institution for good reason: big bowls of bouncy, chewy noodles and seriously good crispy-skinned chicken
20 Chapel
Fire forms the foundation of this smart Marrickville bistro, which delivers on nostalgia and deliciousness in equal measure
Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
Bondi’s home of the beautiful continues to deliver elegant coastal Italian fare with a side of la dolce vita (if you’ve got the cash to splash)
Fabbrica Pasta Bar Darlinghurst
On-point pasta, a groovy dining room and a banging soundtrack are what you can expect from this Darlinghurst spot
Latest theatre reviews
Sister Act
Make a joyful noise, the Aussie debut of this new musical has arrived on the Sydney stage – and it will be having “nun” of the haters
Julia
Justine Clarke is fearsomely brilliant in STC's wild reimagining of Julia Gillard's iconic 'Misogyny Speech'
Hamilton
The biggest musical of our generation is back exclusively in Sydney. Will you be in the room where it happens?
Sunset Boulevard
Sarah Brightman stars in this brand new production from Opera Australia and GWB Entertainment at the Sydney Opera House
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Entering Aussie jeweller Millie Savage’s Fitzroy studio on the corner of Smith and Johnston Streets is akin to stumbling upon a genie’s cave of...
If the idea of taking a few weeks off work, upgrading your exploring kit, and being surrounded by stunning natural beauty sounds like your kind of holiday;...
The most thrilling travel experiences in North America for adrenaline junkies
The most thrilling travel experiences in North America for adrenaline junkies
There’s a world of adventure to discover beyond Australia’s famous spots, and for the energetic explorer who prefers thrill-seeking to sitting...
Got the winter blues? Here’s our list of the best active adventures you can have this Euro summer
Got the winter blues? Here’s our list of the best active adventures you can have this Euro summer
As winter approaches; our electric blankets come out, our barely-working radiators get turned on again and we start to daydream about lying in the sun...
The best active adventures in Asia worth adding to your bucket list
The best active adventures in Asia worth adding to your bucket list
One of the best things about Asia is how truly diverse it is. You have the snowy Himalayas in Nepal, the beautiful cherry blossoms of Japan, the stunning...
Have a taste for adventure? Explore these heart-racing activities in Africa
Have a taste for adventure? Explore these heart-racing activities in Africa
There’s nowhere like Africa for wildlife, rich traditions and outdoor activities that fall into the ‘don't-leave-without’ category. Combine...
Latest film reviews
Lee
Kate Winslet is a bright spark as photojournalist Lee Miller in this well-intentioned but lacklustre drama
Joker: Folie à Deux
Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga bring music but zero merriment to a bold and often brilliant sequel
Love Local: a local's guide to Sydney's suburbs
The CBD
Central Sydney is a one-stop-shop for the very best this city has to offer
Paddington
Wander Paddo's heritage terraced streets and discover great coffee, fine dining, and quirky enclaves
Chatswood
There's so much more to this culturally rich Northern suburb than just a Westfield
Parramatta
The geographical centre of Greater Sydney sits at the intersection of rich history and rapid development
Take action for the Earth
The faces of climate action in Sydney
Time Out spoke to some of the Sydneysiders mobilising against the threat of climate change.
10 ways to live a more eco-friendly life in Sydney
Small lifestyle changes can have a big effect, especially when everyone acts together.
Where to repair, reuse and up-cycle your stuff in Sydney
There classes all over Sydney that can teach your the skills that can give your stuff a second lease on life.
The best ethical shops in Sydney
It’s not always easy to shop ethically, but we’ve found a handful of local businesses that are putting people, animals and the environment first...
Escape the city
The most glorious cold-weather locations for you this chilly season.
In NSW, you don’t need to travel far to make a couple of nights away feel like a proper holiday.
The best outback and desert holiday destinations in NSW
The best outback and desert holiday destinations in NSW
Swap golden beaches for the red sands of these inland getaways.
The best places to go camping near Sydney
The best places to go camping near Sydney
If getting out into nature is your jam, Sydney happens to be a world leader.
14 gorgeous natural wonders worth a day trip from Sydney
14 gorgeous natural wonders worth a day trip from Sydney
We’ve cherry-picked a selection of the state's most beautiful nature spots that you can visit in a day and be back home by bedtime.
The most unusual holiday accommodation you can rent in Sydney and NSW
The most unusual holiday accommodation you can rent in Sydney and NSW
The kookiest, coolest, most whimsically odd places you can stay in Sydney and NSW.
From Time Out Brisbane
The best restaurants in Brisbane
Brisbane restaurants are a celebration of the city’s diversity
The best galleries in Brisbane
Find landscapes, portraits, prints, immersive installations and pioneering digital artworks
The best luxury hotels on the Gold Coast
Luxurious facilities, world-class dining and decadent pampering are in plentiful supply
The best weekend getaways in Brisbane
You don’t have to venture far from the River City to experience a mini-break that seems a long way from quotidian cares
Latest from around the world
Parts of Europe have seen catastrophic flooding as a month’s worth of rain fell in just 24 hours over the weekend
The new-generation Nightjet train launched its inaugural journey between Vienna and Rome this week
The best European city breaks reachable by train from the UK
The best European city breaks reachable by train from the UK
A brand-new Which? survey has unveiled a bunch of brilliant city break destinations less than seven hours by train from London
Revealed: the trending European destinations to visit this winter
Revealed: the trending European destinations to visit this winter
Google searches for 229 different towns across Europe have been analysed, and Austria and Spain dominate the list
Switzerland has been named the world’s best country for the seventh time
Switzerland has been named the world’s best country for the seventh time
The European country tops the ranks for its quality of life and political stability
The world’s best pizza restaurants have been crowned for 2024
The world’s best pizza restaurants have been crowned for 2024
No bonus points for guessing which nation pulled, stretched and flipped their way to the top
Get real with our ranked list of the best documentaries of all time, from groundbreaking political exposés to culture-changing concerts
Get real with our ranked list of the best documentaries of all time, from groundbreaking political exposés to culture-changing concerts
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