Sydney is the perfect city to explore on foot. We spend time every weekend walking around the city looking for the very best walks in Sydney to share here.
When we write up the walks, we include lots of photos and maps to make them easy to follow. We try to include tidbits of local information to help you uncover some of the city’s secrets.
Everything from coastal beach walks like the famous Bondi to Coogee walk to less well-known gems like walks along the harbour foreshore and the south beaches right down to La Perouse and Cronulla.
Exploring Sydney on foot is my favourite way to see the city so dig in and find a walk that suits you.
Not sure where to start?
The most popular self-guided walks on the site are:
We are constantly adding to these walks, so come back soon or follow us on Facebook to see where we go next.
A visit to The Rocks shows off historical Sydney at its best. I created this Rocks self-guided walk to help you discover Sydney’s colonial history in just a couple of hours. There is also ample opportunity to visit a couple of old pubs and take in stunning harbour views from the foreshore. I love wandering around … Read more
Our welcome to Sydney walk is an easy stroll designed to introduce you to the harbour via the parks and gardens. My favourite way to shake off the cobwebs after a long flight is to take a walk in the sunshine and fresh air. The Royal Botanic Gardens hug the eastern shore of Sydney Harbour … Read more
The Manly to Bondi Walk is a great challenge for locals and visitors. Check out our day by day guide to how you can complete the 80km walk easily over 7 days. There is no need to rush, complete the walk in seven one day outings or if you want to walk faster, you can … Read more
Fancy a day in nature but you don’t have a car? These 5 Sydney National Parks Sydney that we are going to share with you below can be reached by public transport, making them perfect for visitors. Today we’ll help you discover the highlights of the green heart of Sydney, where you can trade the … Read more
The Hermitage Foreshore Walk is a hidden gem, and while it is not a dramatic as the Bondi to Coogee walk or as much of a challenge as the Spit Bridge to Manly, it is still a worthy contender for a list of top harbour walks in Sydney. What I like most about it is … Read more
Are you trying to find some interesting walks in Sydney? If you are looking for new walking tracks to explore well we have plenty to share. We pulled this together back in 2021 when we were all walking close to home and have given it a quick dust off because we really should keep up … Read more
The Taronga to Balmoral Walk is an easy bushwalk from Athol Bay near the wharf at Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach. It follows the northern side of Sydney Harbour’s shoreline, offering a unique blend of pristine bushland and stunning harbour views. This is my favourite walk in Sydney, the one I take all my visitors … Read more
If you are looking for some easy bushwalks in Sydney to get you out and about after being confined indoors for a little too long, you have come to the right place. Below we share our favourite short walking tracks suitable for beginners, kids or those whose fitness might need a little more work before … Read more
The variety of Royal National Park walks on offer have made it popular with bushwalking enthusiasts for over one hundred years. From easy beginners hikes to family-friendly walks and even an epic 2-day challenge along the Coast Track. We have been walking these trails since we were teenagers and we know there is a walk … Read more
I love Palm Beach, Sydney’s most northerly beach. It’s somewhere that feels a million miles from the busy city streets and the trip to get there along Sydney’s northern beaches offers wonderful views. Palm Beach is well known in the UK and Europe as the setting of Australia’s longest-running soap opera, Home and Away. It is … Read more
These walks in Wollongong offer extraordinary views and lush green landscapes, and best of all, they attract far fewer crowds than any Blue Mountains walks or the Royal National Park Coast Walk. Why not discover the track less travelled next time you fancy a day of bushwalking? With pristine beaches, dense forests, rugged cliffs, and … Read more
Whether you are a visitor trying to choose the best coastal walk in Sydney or a local looking for something fun and healthy to do this weekend, this list of our favourite coastal walks across the city is an excellent starting point. Some will challenge, others are nice and relaxing, but all are truly delightful! … Read more