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If you’re tired of the same old hotel room set-up, this sprawling outback accomodation is here to help. Housed beneath the desert plains like a dusty UFO, the White Cliffs Underground Motel has just reopened its doors after its annual hot summer hiatus – so you can make this your base for your next outback adventure. While underground buildings are relatively common in Australia’s outback – built beneath the earth to escape the summer heat – the White Cliffs Underground Motel is one of only three “dugout” style hotels in the country, and the largest in the world. Guests here can find respite from the outback sunshine, with a constant temperature of 22 degrees. As well as the 48 quirky hotel rooms, you’ll find a restaurant, café and bar – so there’s no need to hurry to get back on the road. Photograph: Supplied | Glen Parker   Located 1025km from Sydney, White Cliffs is a characterful township best known for its opal mining history. After a 12-hour drive from the big smoke, you’ll want to make a weekend of it – so spend your days exploring the town's opal mines and discovering ancient rock carvings from the traditional custodians of the nearby Mutawintji National Park – the Pantjikali, Wanyuparlku, Wilyakali and Malyangapa people. You can plan your stay over here.Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news and travel inspo, straight to your inbox. RECOMMENDED READS: Keen to head north instead? This NSW region just nabbed a global award for

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We might be a little biased, but in our humble opinion, Sydney's got it all. Can you think of many other cities in the world that rival its natural beauty, rich heritage and history that dates back thousands of years, and its creative, culinary and cultural offerings by world-class pros. In fact, there's so much to see, do, sip and ponder here, you could be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed. Worry not, dear reader – we're making it simple for you. Our team (including Food & Drink Editor Avril Treasure and our Sydney Editor Alice Ellis) sifted through every good time the Big Smoke has to offer and put together a Sydney bucket list for the ages. Whether you're a new arrival or a born-and-bred local, this 2024 Time Out Sydney round-up of the city's must-do activities will let you experience Sydney from every angle. After all those great activities you're bound to be thirsty. We suggest you head to one of the best pubs in Sydney right now.  Need somewhere to stay? Check out Sydney's best Airbnbs, or Sydney's best hotels.

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While we're big fans of taking in Sydney’s sights on foot, there's just something about whizzing around with a bike seat beneath your bum that brings a little extra childlike delight to a journey. You don’t need to be a lycra-loving, hardcore cyclist to appreciate the joys of riding around New South Wales – and Sydney’s Centennial Parklands offer a glorious leafy loop for cyclists of all abilities. But for the most scenic cycling route in the state, you’ll want to head a little further north – the Gosford to Woy Woy via Brisbane Water Cycleway on the Central Coast has just been ranked amongst the top ten in the country. The 19km trail takes an average of three hours and 50 minutes to complete – winding along a relatively flat, waterfront route. If you like your views heavy on the blue, this is the cycle route for you (pardon the poetry). And with the Central Coast recently gaining a global award for its approach to ecotourism, it makes sense to view the region on two, person-powered wheels.The Gosford to Woy Woy via Brisbane Water Cycleway attained a scenic trail score of 51, which was calculated based on key factors, including trail ratings and reviews, total number of Instagram hashtags and amount of photos uploaded on Alltrails. This was the joint eighth top score out of 200 biking trails across Australia that Evolve Skateboards analysed for the study, filtering out tracks that have a higher level of difficulty, are longer than 50km or unpaved.Crossing the finish line in f

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Of all the natural wonders in NSW, we’re confident enough to claim that these 430-million-year-old subterranean caves are up there with the most mind-blowing. Set deep in the rocky underground beneath the Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve, the complex cave system is lined with ancient stalactites, stalagmites and helictites. And, after closing for a major $9.6 million upgrade, they’re now open again to the public. Photograph: Supplied | R Brand | NSW National Parks Funded by the NSW Government’s Regional Growth - Environment and Tourism Fund, the huge redevelopment has left the conservation site easier to enjoy than ever; with a new accessible viewing platform, visitor centre, kiosk and picnic area, plus upgrades to camping amenities (including additional powered sites), and improved parking road access. The four main caves can be explored via guided tours, or with a choose-your-own-adventure approach – with the new viewing platform (near Fig Tree Cave) making the amazing sites now accessible for people with limited mobility, too. Photograph: Supplied | D Parsons | NSW National Parks The drive from Sydney is a cool three hours and twenty minutes, so it's day-trip-able, but making a weekend of it would also make sense – there’s a camping ground on-site, and cosy self-contained cabins available to rent. Guests at the cabins or campground score ten per cent off their cave bookings, and there are plenty of other activities in the area – including a scenic walking track to e

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Based on their poor air quality, Sydney’s train stations certainly aren’t the healthiest place to spend your time. But thanks to a new $800.7 million Safe Accessible Transport Plan from Transport for NSW, they should start to get a lot easier to navigate. The recently announced plan will focus on upgrading seven of our city’s train stations – making them safer and more accessible. Thanks to the construction of the Metro system, travelling around the city is set to get a whole lot more efficient. But to make train travel more accessible for people with limited mobility, Transport for NSW needs to up its game, with upgrades needed in order for the government to meet its election commitment to accelerate accessibility upgrades at stations across NSW. Transport for NSW is already working on improving train access through the use of mechanical ramps and gap fillers, but more major upgrades are required at some of the city’s least accessible stations.The seven stations set to be upgraded are Moss Vale, Lewisham, Griffith, Bardwell Park, Chester Hill, Queanbeyan and the 136-year-old Macquarie Fields Station – which to date has never been fully accessible (with the City-bound platform currently only accessible via stairs).  More than 10,000 passengers travel through Macquarie Fields Station station every week, and the addition of a lift to the station will be a welcome relief for the community who have been campaigning for lifts for more than eight years. The over-60 population of th

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If you’re keen to escape the city this long weekend but haven’t quite got around to planning, our travel guides should help. Head to one of the best weekend getaways close to Sydney, pack the tent and check out one of the best camping spots in NSW, or try your luck at one of the best glamping sites in the state. If you’re heading to Newcastle, you’ll catch the opening weekend of Newcastle Food Month, and if your travels take you inland, you could swing by Alive Garden Party for a symphonic day in the Southern Highlands. Rather stay in town? We don’t blame you. Sydney is giving big country-town energy this weekend, with a family show popping up at The Entertainment Quarter, the Royal Easter Show taking over Sydney Showground, and an exceptional line-up of markets bringing local producers, makers and fresh food enthusiasts all together in one place. If you find yourself with a free day, check out the Biennale, then head to one of Sydney's best beer gardens for schooner in the sun; and raise a glass to the long weekend. Want a quiet spot to swim? Check out Sydney's best secret swimming spots.Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, straight to your inbox.

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For people of Islamic faith, Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year. During this time, Muslim folks fast from dawn to dusk. But once the sun sets, iftar begins – a fast-breaking feast that runs late into the night and where family and friends gather to enjoy an array of rich treats and moreish morsels. To coincide with this time of year, Sydney’s popular month-long celebration Ramadan Nights Lakemba is returning, kicking off on Saturday, March 9 and running until Monday, April 8 2024. What time does Lakemba Night Markets open and close? From 5pm until 3am every evening, more than 70 local businesses will transform Lakemba’s Haldon Street into a vibrant, global food bazaar with traditional cuisine from Indonesia, Burma, Pakistan, Lebanon, the Cocos Islands, Syria and more. It’s not only Sydney’s Muslim communities that comes together during Ramadan Nights – people of all backgrounds are welcome to flock to sample the fare of pop-up kitchens lining Haldon Street and Railway Parade. Last year saw 1.4 million people experience the celebrations, with organisers saying this year is going to be even bigger and better than ever.  What started as a single street barbeque back in 2012, Ramadan Nights Lakemba is now considered by many to be one of Australia's best places to celebrate the ancient tradition. What kind of food will there be? Break fast with with roti and gentle lentil curries from the Cocos Islands; Malaysia's famously buttery grilled pastry parcels, murtabak; and

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Autumn 2024 update: Hey autumn, so glad you’re here, with your still-pleasant weather, fresh air and gorgeous leaves. Sydney’s dining scene is as red-hot as ever, and this guide is the place to start. Here's our list of Time Out's best restaurants in Sydney right now, from hot newcomers to time-honoured institutions, curated by our expert local editors and critics who have tasted their way through Sydney, including Time Out's Food & Drink Editor Avril Treasure.  How did we narrow it down to the very best? When deciding, we considered fun, flavour, creativity, value for money – and 'wow' factor. So yes, of course, you’ll find a fine diner inside the Sydney Opera House here, but you’ll also find neighbourhood pasta, hole-in-the-wall Thai and venues right by the sea. Our picks right now are the charming diner Jane, fun and delicious King Clarance, and sea salt sprayed-Icebergs Dining Room and Bar. And of course, Pellegrino 2000 – where even Taylor Swift dined recently. (Be sure to check out our guide to Sydney's best new restaurants, too.) Happy dining, Sydney. RECOMMENDED READS: After a drink? Check out our favourite bars in Sydney. Or: Our list of the best cheap eats.

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As if the Blue Mountains wasn’t already epic enough, the stunning national park in Greater Sydney has just scored an incredible cliff top walkway that will form part of a next-level multi-day walk – taking adventurers along a spectacular escarpment from Wentworth Falls to Katoomba. Keen to test out the hiking boots? Us too. Located on Gundungurra Country, the new 19km, two-day walk takes hikers along a route that hasn’t previously been safely accessible to the public. Winding its way along the escarpment from Wentworth to Katoomba, the route takes in views over the Jamison Valley towards Mount Solitary, with elevated views of the the Three Sisters, the Wentworth Falls and Katoomba Cascades, and unique access to hand-built historic and restored sandstone tracks and lookouts. Walkers can also expect to take in the diverse flora and fauna that call the dense rainforest area home, with possible sightings of lyrebirds and yellow-tailed black cockatoos. Photograph: Supplied | NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service With an estimated hike time of two days, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) recommends taking on the walk in two parts; starting with the 11km stretch from Wentworth Falls to Gordon Falls at Leura. In Leura, you’ll find plenty of accommodation options and dinner options for a wholesome night, and you can refuel at one of the quaint cafés or restaurants in the area before setting off on the final 8km leg towards Katoomba. If you’re not up for the whole two-

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The weekend market mission is a standard part of life for many Sydneysiders – with markets across the city specialising in everything from vegan treats to vintage t-shirts. We're blessed with so many incredible food markets within a thirty minute bus ride from the CBD, from Bondi’s Saturday morning farmer’s market to Marrickville’s Sunday morning affair. These beloved favourites are super popular, but it turns out that if you're looking for a true gem of a market, you’ll want to travel a few hours up the coast. Grab your linen-lined straw market bag, because two markets in the Northern Rivers area have been named among the best in all of Australia.  The list of the best markets in Australia (according to tourists) was released by Merchant Machine, who analysed publicly available review data from Tripadvisor and ranked listings tagged “farmers market” or “street and flea market” by their percentage of five-star reviews. According to tourists, a town in regional Victoria is home to the best market in Australia, and though none of Sydney’s markets made the cut, two neighbouring markets in the northern NSW came in the top twenty. Bangalow – the quaint historical town tucked in the hinterland behind Byron Bay – is reportedly home to the best market in NSW. Taking over the showgrounds on the fourth Saturday of every month, Bangalow Market plays host to stall holders selling everything from local honey to handmade hats. Live bands provide a soundtrack, and eleven camphor laurel tree