The Best Things to do in Sydney
200+ Things to do in Sydney
If you are looking for advice on the best things to do in Sydney you have come to the right place.
Whether you are a local looking for fun new things to do on the weekend or a visitor trying to plan your itinerary we are sure you will find plenty of ideas here to keep you busy.
- What are the best things to do in Sydney on a short visit?
- Finding the best things happening in Sydney this month
- Whether you should visit Bondi or Manly?
- Where are the best harbour walks?
- If you should take a Sydney Harbour cruise?
- Where to find the best markets and shops?
- Where can I find the best coastal walks in Sydney?
- Which sights are must-see sites for history lovers?
- Where to find the best markets and shops?
- What are the best things to do in Sydney with kids?
- How to plan the perfect Blue Mountains day trip
- Find a list of all the tours you can take in Sydney
Things to do in Sydney for visitors
If you are a visitor trying to plan your itinerary, we are sure you will find plenty of ideas here to keep you busy. Take one of our self-guided tours and explore Sydney on a budget! We have created self-guided bus tours, street art walks, history tours and more.
Things to do in the Blue Mountains
A day in the Blue Mountains is the most popular day trip in Sydney and one that we highly recommend. In fact, if you have more than three days in Sydney we might even suggest you stay one night and enjoy a mountains sunset.
There are so many ways to explore this World Heritage Listed region and we have tried to give you everything you need to plan a perfect day exploring the Blue Mountains.
Making the most of your weekend
If you a local looking for something to do this weekend we have loads of ideas. From finding the best parks and gardens for your next picnic to discovering unknown parts of the city and all their hidden delights, Sydney offers something for everyone. We have over 200 different ideas listed on Sydney Expert, so why not get out and about and do something new this weekend?
Some of the most popular questions we get asked are:
- Which are the best things to do in Sydney?
- Can I visit a the beach by public transport?
- Which national parks are the best to explore near Sydney
- What day trips are two hours or less from the city
- Are there any good day trips I can do without a car?

About the author: Paula Morgan, a born-and-bred Sydney resident, has been sharing this city and its secret spots for over 15 years. She’s not just about the iconic landmarks; she’s all about the hidden alleys adorned with street art, and the joy of discovering a new café or a fabulous restaurant tucked away in a corner you never knew existed and weekends away exploring regional NSW.