Taronga to Balmoral Walk: Complete Guide with Map (2025)

The Taronga to Balmoral Walk is Sydney’s most scenic harbour walk, taking you 6km from Taronga Zoo through pristine bushland to beautiful Balmoral Beach. This easy-to-moderate walk offers spectacular harbour views, secluded beaches, and rich Australian history along the way. This is my favourite walk in Sydney, the one I take all my visitors on. Every … Read more

Best Coastal Walks in Sydney: Complete Guide to 12 Must-Do Routes (2025)

Bronte Beach Sydney Coastal Walks

For visitors asking “What are the best coastal walks near me in Sydney?” or “Where can I find scenic waterfront walking trails?” – this comprehensive guide answers all your questions about Sydney’s most spectacular seaside paths. From the famous Bondi to Coogee walk to hidden coastal trails, Sydney offers walking tracks for every ability. This … Read more

Free Tours in Sydney: 10 Guided Tours and Walks (2025 Guide)

Royal Botanic Gardens Free tour Sydney

Looking for free things to do in Sydney? Discover Sydney’s best free guided tours and walking tours, including the Opera House precinct, historic buildings, and some less visited spots that even locals may not have seen! Updated for 2025 with current times and booking details. Discover Sydney’s rich history, stunning architecture, and hidden gems through … Read more

Exploring the Cronulla Beach Walk

This popular Cronulla Beach Walk explores the waterfront of Bate Bay and some of southern Sydney’s most beautiful beaches. It begins at Wanda Surf Life Saving Club and follows the Esplanade 4km to Bass and Flinders Point. Kurranulla meaning ‘place of pink seashells’ is on Dharawal Country. One of southern Sydney’s beautiful coastal walks, this … Read more

Introducing Sydney Greeters

Sydney Greeters offer free tours of Sydney

Sydney Greeters is part of a global organisation called the International Greeter Association. Greeters are volunteers who give up their time to show visitors around their hometown and help encourage cross-cultural friendship. I first came across the greeter service back in 2010 when I was lucky enough to be shown around Paris by a lovely … Read more

A Complete Guide to the Bondi to Coogee Walk

Bondi to Coogee walk sydney

Almost every travel guide puts the Bondi to Coogee walk at the top of the list of things to do in Sydney. Friends tell you this is a must-do on your visit. While it might sound like hyperbole, they are right; this really is a stunning walk. With five beaches, rocky sandstone cliffs, several parks, … Read more

Sydney’s Perfect Jet Lag Walk: Hyde Park to Opera House

Sydney Royal Botanic Garden

If you’ve just landed in Sydney, this gentle walk from Hyde Park to the Opera House is a great way to shake off your jet lag. The route takes you through Sydney’s oldest park and gardens, with plenty of spots to rest along the way. You’ll get your first harbour views about halfway through, building … Read more