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
Daylight savings is returning in NSW next month – here’s when to turn your clocks forward
Come October 6, Sydneysiders will enjoy an extra hour of evening sunlight
Three Sydney finalists are in the running to be crowned the best young chef in the world
Things are heating up in this culinary event that showcases the most talented young chefs under 30 from around the world
You can stay the night at these dreamy lighthouses right here in NSW
Live out your lighthouse-keeper dreams at these historic clifftop stays
triple j's Concetta and Luka overshare with us – on funny moments, vulnerabilities and Sydney hangouts
We caught up with this triple j Breakfast duo before they host One Night Stand
Feel-good news: Sydney’s Pilu celebrates 20 years while Catalina has still got it after 30 years
There’s no doubt that the hospitality industry is in a challenging time, but there are still plenty of happy stories worth celebrating
Sydney has been crowned as Oceania’s top city destination in the prestigious World Travel Awards 2024
The Harbour City ranked as the best city to visit according to global travel experts
This Taronga Zoo lyrebrid mimics baby's cries, a power drill and the zoo's alarm system
You'll often hear Echo the lyrebird warning you to "Evacuate now"
A lush new 130-room beachside hotel is opening just outside of Sydney
The huge new hotel will be home to a rooftop ballroom and a stunning swim-up bar
Latest food and drink reviews
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
Saint Peter
Sydney’s ground-breaking sustainable seafood restaurant never fails to get better and better
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
Hamilton
The biggest musical of our generation is back exclusively in Sydney. Will you be in the room where it happens?
Six the Musical
Tudor history gets a pop rock makeover in this rollicking international West End smash hit
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
The Brutalist
Adrien Brody is Oscar-worthy in a mighty, discordant anthem to the birth of modern America
The Room Next Door
Pedro Almodóvar takes his bold and beautiful cinema to America for a glorious rumination on mortality
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
The government has said more funding is needed to protect New Zealand’s environment, but the hike has been criticised by tourism bodies
A ticketing system could soon be implemented at Rome’s Trevi Fountain to tackle the ‘lack of respect’ demonstrated by tourists
You’ll soon be able to explore Norway on this dazzling new train
You’ll soon be able to explore Norway on this dazzling new train
Set to launch in autumn 2025, the Norient Express will whisk travellers away on a scenic six-day trip
Madrid could become the next European city to ban e-scooters
Madrid could become the next European city to ban e-scooters
A year after Paris banned the electric vehicles, the mayor of Spain’s capital has announced no contracts with licensed operators will be renewed
The lineup for the Paralympics closing ceremony so far
The lineup for the Paralympics closing ceremony so far
With Thomas Jolly at the helm again for the final ceremony of the Summer Games, here’s what we know so far
Italy is planning a new €25-a-night tourist tax
Italy is planning a new €25-a-night tourist tax
According to the Italian government, it’s to make tourists ‘more responsible’
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The real setting for Nicole Kidman’s new Netflix murder-mystery
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