Carriageworks Farmers Market is THE place to go for organic, artisan goods. It’s not one for bargain hunters, but it’s packed with delicious, exciting things, many of which make fantastic gifts. Housed in an old railway blacksmith shed near Redfern train station, this weekly market is one of the few undercover markets in Sydney, making it … Read more
Does your bucket list include “climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge”? Whether you are a local or a visitor, views that will literally take your breath away and the personal satisfaction of making it up all the stairs or beating your fear of heights make it a worthy addition. We climbed it in April 2024 so … Read more
If you are looking for things to do in Sydney with kids when it rains, we have you covered, literally, with this list of indoor activities for kids of all ages that the whole family will love. In rainy weather, some of Sydney’s most iconic activities like walking over the Harbour Bridge, hanging out on … Read more
History lovers will want to make sure they stop in to visit some or all of these historical Sydney Buildings. These heritage buildings help tell the story of our city. In this article, by Nathan Morgan-Hammer, shares eleven sites in Sydney that highlight the best Colonial architecture of the city. Important Colonial Buildings in Sydney … Read more
You may have seen several Sydney harbour islands from the ferry, but did you realise that Sydney Harbour boasts eight islands? Five of them are accessible to the public, and I have been lucky enough to spend time on almost all over the years. Today I want to give you some background on each and … Read more
From the popular things to do in Parramatta to things best known by locals, we have found plenty of reasons to spend some time exploring Sydney’s second city. Today we encourage you to head west to Sydney’s second-biggest city, a mixing pot of culture and history where you will find a ton of food, fun … Read more
Looking for things to do in Sydney with kids? If you are planning a holiday to Sydney with kids, your itinerary will need to include things to do that are suitable for young explorers. We have put together our Sydney with kids bucket list with the help of the members of our community who have shared … Read more
Today we share everything you need to know to enjoy whale watching in Sydney. When is the best time to see whales? Can you see them for free? Which whale watching cruise should you book? For the answers to these questions and more, let’s get started. Best Times for Whale Watching in Sydney When can you … Read more
We put together this list of things to do in Sydney at night because we have heard people say there is nothing to do here once the sun goes down. We disagree- while Sydney is definitely not a 24-hour city- there is almost always something going on that will strike your fancy. Not to mention … Read more
Photographing Sydney Opera House is likely high on your list of things to do in Sydney if you love travel photography. While it’s not hard to get the typical Sydney Opera House photos, it can be harder to get interesting ones. So let’s go hunt down some perfect Instagram shots for your visit to Sydney. … Read more
Beyond walking down the Corso from the ferry wharf to the beach, what other things to do in Manly should be on your radar? Well, lots in fact, so much that as a Sydneysider and I still find things to do in Manly every time I am visit. Here’s my insider’s guide to what to … Read more
It’s a long-debated topic in Sydney travel forums. Should I take a harbour cruise in Sydney? Which cruises are the best? Is it really just as good to take the ferry? Well, the ferries are great, but there are some fantastic cruises too. Read on to find out which is right for you. If you … Read more