We all love free things. And when it comes to partying, for many of us, the free-er is always the better.
Your ultimate guide to Sydney
Discover the city's best things to do, culture, dining, nightlife, bars and theatre
We all love free things. And when it comes to partying, for many of us, the free-er is always the better.
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Things to do in Sydney
Explore the state
The coolest retro motels in NSW
These roadside stays from yesteryear are having a renaissance
The best day trips from Sydney using only public transport
No car? No problem! You don't need your own wheels for these day-long excursions
The best road trips around New South Wales
Hit the road and discover some of the state's best sights
The best hot springs to visit in NSW
When the colder months roll around, head to where the spring is king
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Latest news stories
Asia Pacific is getting its very first Time Out Market in Osaka, Japan
All of Osaka's best food, drink and good times are set to collect under one market roof
Guide Dogs NSW needs people to look after puppies, and it could be you
If you've ever wanted a free puppy, now's your chance
Sydney is getting its own permanent LGBTQIA+ history museum with $300,000 in council backing
The former Darlinghurst police station, once used as a lockup for gay men, has been pegged as the location
Central Station is scoring a new hospo and entertainment complex including a cinema
The new-look hub will be named 'Eddy' and it should be open to the public by winter 2023
Latest theatre reviews
Dubbo Championship Wrestling
Blood, sweat, tears, thumbtacks, rollicking rock ballads, questionable costumes and a fully ocker vernacular
Elizabeth Bay
City of Gold
Meyne Wyatt brings his acclaimed play to STC in an electrifying new production
Dawes Point
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Latest film reviews
One Fine Morning
Léa Seydoux shines in Mia Hansen-Løve's intimate take on familial and romantic love
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
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Six acts to see at Sydney Opera House for Vivid Live 2022
The festival of light, music and ideas is here to ignite Sydney’s winter once again. Vivid Live, the centrepiece of the Sydney Opera House’s...
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A local’s guide to eating, drinking, shopping and sightseeing in West Kowloon
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Bougie high tea experiences to have in Sydney
The Langham Hotel in London is reportedly the birthplace of the traditional afternoon tea, and the Sydney hotel of the same name is keeping...
Find your feeling in NSW
Whether you have a spare weekend, four days to escape or a whole week to explore, you can find things you never imagined in NSW...
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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...
The best of Sydney
Escape the city
Spend your next Hong Kong Holiday in the West Kowloon Cultural District, jam-packed with museums, theatres, restaurants and bars.
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Are you a foodie? A thrill seeker? Looking for relaxation? Your ultimate NSW holiday awaits
The coolest retro motels in NSW
The coolest retro motels in NSW
These classic roadside stays are having a renaissance. Here are some of the state's finest
The best day trips from Sydney using only public transport
The best day trips from Sydney using only public transport
No car? No problem on these fun excursions you can make by rail
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 cheap holiday destinations in NSW
The best cheap holiday destinations in NSW
These great getaway spots are perfect for when you want a vacay without waiting for payday
The best of Sydney culture
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Say Coffee Co. is now open at Time Out Market Boston!
The Vietnamese-inspired spot specializes in creative coffees and crepes
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Take the Time Out Index survey and tell us what life is like in your city
Take the Time Out Index survey and tell us what life is like in your city
Our global survey of city-dwellers is back for 2022 – and we want to hear from you
How our cities’ lost rivers are being revived
How our cities’ lost rivers are being revived
Around the world, activists are ‘daylighting’ forgotten waterways
15 of the most spectacular places to swim in the world
15 of the most spectacular places to swim in the world
Time to dust off your bathing suit and hit up one of these amazing swimming spots