Want to walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge? As someone who guided tours groups for 15 years, I can tell you it’s one of the best ways to experience our famous bridge – but it’s not the only way. From the free pedestrian walkway to the celebrated BridgeClimb, there are actually five different ways to … Read more
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
Visiting Sydney and want to go beyond the icons to somewhere different, or perhaps you’re a Sydneysider who wants to be surprised by new beauty spots in your own backyard? We recently sent Eastern Suburbs’ resident Caroline Gladstone on a mystery tour where she too discovered little known beaches and fascinating snippets of history. Let’s … Read more
At $69 per day, Sydney’s Hop-on Hop-off bus tour is a significant investment in your travel budget. After riding these routes dozens of times over the years, I can tell you exactly when it’s worth the money—and when you’re better off using public transport. This complete 2025 guide will help you decide and show you … Read more
The best way to explore Sydney Harbour is to get out on it! If you think the harbour is just about snapping the perfect picture of the Opera House, think again. This place is packed with surprises and stories you’ll only discover once you hit the water. Today I am going to share my favourite … Read more
Choosing a Blue Mountains day tour can feel overwhelming with so many options that all seem to offer something unique. If you’re unsure about which will suit you best, don’t worry, I’ve spent twenty years guiding visitors through this stunning region, and I’m here to help. In this article, I’ll outline key points to consider … Read more
Don’t let a rainy day in Sydney ruin your fun. We have created a list of activities that will help you find worthy things to do when bad weather hits. While some are for those of you visiting on a holiday, there are plenty of options for locals too. When thinking about things to do … Read more
So you are in Sydney without a car, and you want to spend a day at the beach. Easy! Read on; this article will help you discover how to get to some of Sydney’s most famous and less well-known, but equally beautiful Sydney beaches by public transport. There are also tips on what to do when … Read more
Visiting the Blue Mountains by train on a day trip is a great way to save money and have more control over your itinerary. It’s easy and with our advice, you have everything you need for a fantastic day trip out of Sydney. Update: This itinerary was update on 6 February 2025 This page contains … 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. The moment you step into BridgeClimb’s headquarters … Read more
There are some routes operated by Sydney buses that are perfect for sightseeing. So if you are not much of a HOHO bus person or are travelling on a budget, then these self-guided Sydney bus tours are for you. Sightseeing on Sydney’s Buses is a little more work than jumping on the official hop on … Read more
It might surprise you to hear there is no shortage of amazing free things to do in Sydney. Sydney has a reputation of being an expensive place to visit. And it can be. So we created this list to help you discover free things in Sydney that will help the budget stretch a little further, … Read more