After experiencing Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks from every possible vantage point over the last 20 years – from boats and buildings to beaches and parks – I can confidently say that a harbour cruise offers one of the most memorable ways to welcome the new year in Sydney. I have personally attended the NYE … Read more
Planning to spend New Year’s Eve in Sydney for the first time and maybe only time this year? Not sure where to begin, but feel you need to get your plans sorted so you don’t miss out? Well, consider this a beginner’s guide to New Year’s Eve in Sydney. I have celebrated NYE on Sydney … Read more
Sydney suburbs NYE Fireworks shows seem to change every year. Most are council run and determined by pesky things like budgets. We will update the details for 2025 events as they are released, but in the meantime you could start checking these locations for ideas. Don’t assume that your favourite spots will happen this year. … Read more
We have been researching New Year’s Eve Sydney restaurant packages to help you find the best restaurants to see the Sydney fireworks or celebrate the new year. We have listed as many NYE dining packages as we can, because we think seeing them on one page will help make your choice a little faster. Avoid … Read more
Wondering what it’s like on Goat Island on New Year’s Eve and if it’s a good choice for your first or only NYE in Sydney? Well we watched the NYE Fireworks from Goat Island a few years back and share our thoughts below. Should you spend NYE on a Sydney Harbour Island? If you are … Read more
Spending NYE on Sydney Harbour is a bucket list item, even for Sydneysiders. Choosing how to spend the night is a huge decision and often a pretty expensive one, so I have put together some questions that will help you pinpoint what you might want to do. If you already know what you want to … Read more
If you are not a planner and you find NYE approaching with nothing organised, read on; this article is for all of you who like to leave things to the last minute! See my full mega NYE list for more ideas. What are the best last-minute options for NYE in Sydney? If you have finished saying … Read more
Mrs Macquarie’s Point, the dress circle seats for the Sydney fireworks. We have spent many a NYE here and today share our review of this favourite New Year’s Eve spot. If you are trying to decide if you should spend New Year’s Eve at Mrs Macquarie’s Point, read on. I have seen in the new … Read more
If you would prefer to avoid the crowds of Circular Quay but still want to watch the Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks from a front-row seat at Darling Harbour or Barangaroo? Well, I asked three Sydney locals to share their experiences of spending New Year’s Eve in Sydney on the western side of the bridge. … Read more