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Arts & Culture

See a show at the Sydney Opera House or city theatre, visit a museum or gallery, find out what's on in Sydney.
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Food & Wine

Get insider tips on Sydney restaurants, bars, regular fresh food markets and dining by Sydney Harbour.
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Nature & Parks

Find out about national parks in and around Sydney, Sydney parks, botanic gardens and Sydney walks.
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Fashion & Shopping

Some of Sydney's most popular attractions are fabulous boutiques and shopping centres or weekend markets.
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Outdoor and beach lifestyle

Discover plenty of things to do in Sydney from learn to surf classes to sailing on the harbour, cycling and walking.
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Family holidays

Sydney’s a great city to bring kids for a holiday. Find out about fantastic zoos, aquariums, free things to do, fun and food.
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Work, study, play

Thinking of heading to Sydney to work, study or play? Get some insider tips on Sydney accommodation, transport and things not to miss.
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Events

Find out what's on in Sydney at any time of the year, the best shows, events, musicals, theatre and art exhibitions.
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Sydney is a great holiday destination at any time of the year.

You’ll find plenty of things to do to help relax and unwind on a winter break. There’s big-city shopping, some of Australia’s best dining experiences and exciting sports and arts events that include the Sydney Writers’ Festival, the Sydney Film Festival and the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman prizes at the Art Gallery of NSW, the City 2 Surf and the Bledisloe Cup Festival.The mild weather is perfect for outdoor nature activities such as walks by the beach, harbourside hikes, cycling and golf.

In summer, the city gears up for a spectacular season of events and celebrations from New Year’s Eve to Sydney Festival as well as plenty of world-championship sporting events including golf, tennis, cricket and surfing. Sydney’s famous beaches have all the essential ingredients from great waves to rockpools, cafes and shady picnic spots. Waterside dining comes into its own in summer. Some of the best restaurants and cafes in Sydney are by the beach.

Discover the best deals on accommodation and things to do in Sydney during winter and summer, including harbour cruises, surf lessons, horse riding, festivals and shows, picnics and dining, shopping, and more.