Vivid Sydney cruises offer water views of harbour light installations, with prices from $49 BYO experiences to $289 luxury dining packages. But before you book, you should know that while cruises offer unique views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge lights, you’ll miss many of the festival’s ground-level installations. This guide breaks down exactly … Read more
December in Sydney signals the start of Summer. Days are long and warm with perfect swimming weather. Afternoon storms are not uncommon, and while you might see more rainy days than you would like, it’s not cold, and rain rarely falls for more than a couple of hours. Restaurants and bars are busy with Christmas … Read more
Spring is in full bloom in Sydney in October, and the weather is lovely and warm, but not hot. Daylight saving, beginning on 5 October in 2025, makes the days longer, giving you more time to get out and explore. The first Monday in October is a public holiday, Labour Day, which honours the mid-19th-century … Read more
There is lots to see and do in Sydney in November and our comprehensive list will help you find all the top events and some of the more obscure but equally interesting ones. In the last four weeks of spring, the city enjoys some of the loveliest weather of the year. It is also Jacaranda … Read more
March is one of my favourite months in Sydney. The weather has cooled a little, humidity begins to drop, and the crowds have dropped a little, it’s a great time to explore the city. The Mardi Gras Festival draws to a close and art takes centre stage this month. March is also the perfect time … Read more
May sees Sydney fast marching toward winter, which begins next month. The days are shorter, temperatures drop, and it’s unlikely you will swim outdoors this month. Visiting in May can be great value for money, with accommodation prices low for all but the last week of the month when they begin to rise with events … Read more
Autumn arrives in Sydney in April, bringing with it school holidays, Easter celebrations, and the commemoration of Anzac Day. Many Sydneysiders will have time off work, making it a popular time for activities and events. While the temperatures begin to cool, and rain is possible, there’s still plenty to enjoy both indoors and out. Families … Read more
February is the last month of summer and with the kids heading back to school, life is getting back to normal after the Christmas/school holiday period. Prices and availability of accommodation usually improve. Weatherwise this month is one of the most humid of the summer. The warm temperatures make this a great time to explore … Read more
September heralds the beginning of spring and after a few quiet months where we all tend to hide indoors, the events start coming thick and fast. It’s one of the nicest months of the year. It is also the official beginning of the swimming season, but only the bravest locals hit the water before October. … Read more
Looking for things to do in Sydney in August? We have searched far and wide to come up with a variety of things to do from comedy to sport so get comfortable, and let’s plan your month! From prime whale-watching season to our the city’s favourite road race, the City to Surf you will find … Read more
At the beginning of winter, shorter days and colder nights, but we still get blue skies and sunny days. What used to be the quietest month of the year has, over the last decade, become a pretty busy time in the city thanks to the Vivid Sydney Festival. Vivid runs for the first two weeks … Read more
Sydney in July offers plenty of things to do indoors to help keep warm. When the sun is shining, this is a wonderful time to go bushwalking and explore our national parks. If you are visiting Sydney in July, it’s worth knowing that the weather can be a bit of a mixed bag, it’s colder … Read more