Welcome to Sydney, where you come for the beaches, and stay for the restaurants, the culture and the good vibes (but also, the beaches). We’re all very...
Visitor Guide
Visiting Sydney? Here's Time Out's ultimate guide to the city's events, attractions and sights. From tourist favourites to hidden gems
Where to stay in Sydney
Here are the best Sydney neighbourhoods for visitors.
Tourist attractions that don’t suck
Just because they’re popular doesn’t make them tacky...
A guide to Sydney beaches
From Sydney’s most famous stretches of sand to the hidden bathing spots.
The 50 best restaurants in Sydney
This is the definitive, ranked list of where to eat in Sydney right now.
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Sydney Hotels
The best hotels in Sydney
From five star luxury to boutique cuteness, here's our edit of Sydney's best hotels.
The best cheap hotels in Sydney
Just because it’s nicknamed the Emerald City doesn’t mean there aren’t bargains to be found in this seagirt jewel of a town.
The best glamping sites in NSW
They combine the comforts of luxury of hotel rooms with the adventure of sleeping under the stars.
The best staycations in Sydney
Treat yourself as the locals do, with Sydney accommodation even residents love to book.
A foodie's guide to dining and drinking in Sydney
The Sydney restaurant hit list
The Sydney restaurant hit list
Unless you have the metabolism of a nine-year-old and the finances of a Kardashian, you never stand a chance against Sydney's ferocious dining machine. The...
The 27 most Australian dishes in Sydney
The 27 most Australian dishes in Sydney
No matter how you feel about nationalism, there's one thing all Australians can agree on. We make pretty epic food. We thought we’d...
The best cheap eats in Sydney
The best cheap eats in Sydney
In a perfect world, we'd spend every night enjoying fine cuisine at Sydney's most indulgent restaurants. We'd be at Quay, Sepia, Rockpool Bar...
The best breakfasts in Sydney
The best breakfasts in Sydney
Aussie breakfasts are legendary the world over, and we damn well know how to do them right here in Sydney. From the best cheese toastie around to that...
The best bars in Sydney
The best bars in Sydney
This has been the year Sydney’s bar scene got classy. People who not so long ago wouldn’t have touched a straight liquor cocktail...
The best pubs in Sydney
The best pubs in Sydney
Charge your glasses, friends, and join us in a toast to Sydney’s pubs. To the fusty watering holes that champion the old ways: they’ve still got a...
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The best things to do in Sydney
Things to do in Sydney at least once in your life
Things to do in Sydney at least once in your life
Sydney’s a beautiful place to live and a glorious city to visit. We’ve picked out 20 things to do in Sydney at least once, from kayaking on the...
The best art galleries in Sydney
The best art galleries in Sydney
Sydney is busting at the seams with great art – from major institutions like the Art Gallery of NSW and the Museum of Contemporary Art, to incredible...
The best walks in Sydney
The best walks in Sydney
Coastal walks, bush walks, historical walks and inner city ambles: there are many routes to choose from to discover Sydney from a new angle. See our list of...
Indigenous tours in Sydney
Indigenous tours in Sydney
From tours that take you to previously restricted bushland to self-guided, inner city augmented reality apps that show you what life was like before European...
Things to do in Sydney today
Things to do in Sydney today
Need a quick fix? Take inspiration from our guide to what's on right now. Also, see Sydney's best walks, things to do when you're alone in the city and the...
Free things to do in Sydney today
Free things to do in Sydney today
Sydney may have been voted the second most expensive city in the world to live in, but if you look closely you will find cheap and free things to do on any day...
Most popular events in Sydney
Sydney Opera House 50th Birthday Festival
The Sydney Opera House turns 50 this year and is throwing an epic birthday bash to celebrate
Sydney
Sculpture by the Sea
The world’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition celebrates 25 years in 2023
Bondi Beach
The Sydney Opera House turns 50 this year and is throwing an epic birthday bash to celebrate
Sydney
Sydney Opera House 50th Birthday Festival
The Sydney Opera House turns 50 this year and is throwing an epic birthday bash to celebrate
Sydney
Sculpture by the Sea
The world’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition celebrates 25 years in 2023
Bondi Beach
The Big Design Market
The Big Design Market is bringing marvellous treasures, eats and ethical gifts to Sydney
Eveleigh
Darling Square Moon Festival
The Moon Festival is taking over Darling Square with food, dance and fun – and mooncakes!
Haymarket
World Bar – One More Time
The iconic Kings Cross club is making a one-night-only return – and yes, they'll be pouring teapot cocktails
Potts Point