Free things to do in Sydney
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Family travel in Sydney
Getting around with the whole family is easy, pick up a travel pass that includes ferries, trains and buses. With the Family Funday Sunday fares, you can explore Sydney and nearby regions on buses, trains, ferries and light rail for just $2.50 per person.
Free things to do in Sydney
Sydney city has an excellent choice of things to do in Sydney for everyone that cost absolutely nothing - even the bus is free within the city centre. Some of the free things are natural, from beaches, views, walks and sunset on the harbour to parks and gardens; others are cultural with museums, art galleries and fun precincts open to all. Plan a day itinerary or mix in a free option as you travel around the city.
Wander through a a 30-hectare treasury of tropical plants, green lawns, ponds and shady trees overlooking the harbour in the Royal Botanic Gardens. Join one of the free guided walks which kick off every morning. Walk from the gardens up to the Art Gallery of NSW to learn about art with the kids through free performances every Sunday.
Visit the National Maritime Museum in Darling Harbour for a fascinating display of dugout canoes, jet powered hydrofoils and an historic collection of naval vessels.
If you want to get physical, explore Sydney Olympic Park. Walk through wetlands to the bird hide, enjoy a picnic or take your bike for a spin along the cycle tracks. Give the kids a thrill by walking over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, accessible from either Kirribilli or The Rocks. Don't miss more great ideas for free events at What's On.
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Picton Botanical Gardens Sydney West, Sydney, Picton
Take a relaxing break in these picturesque surrounding with many walking tracks and cycling trails. The Park provides push button barbecue's, wet...
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Lake Parramatta Reserve Sydney West, Sydney, Parramatta
Lake Parramatta Reserve is a 73 hectare bushland and parkland reserve located within two kilometres of the Parramatta central business district. It is...
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Queenscliff Beach
Sydney North, Sydney, Surrounds
Queenscliff is the northern headland of Sydney’s famous Manly Beach, possessed of an offshore “bommie” which can handle waves up to ...
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Lifestart Kayak for Kids
Sydney North, Sydney, Surrounds
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***Lifestart Kayak for Kids is Sydney's own one-of-a-kind paddling event that attracts competito...
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- Monday 25 March 2013
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Riverfest
Sydney West, Sydney, Campbelltown
Riverfest is a celebration on the natural environment and cultural diversity of the Campbelltown area. Riverfest, which is held in the same week as Wo...
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- Saturday 25 August
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Q Station Retreat Sydney North, Sydney, Manly
Sydney's Q Station has fast become one of the city's most successful heritage sites, combining stylish accommodation with spectacular views ...
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Alexander the Great - 2000 Years of Treasures Sydney City, Sydney, City Centre
Alexander the Great: 2000 Years of Treasures is the most exciting and prestigious classical culture exhibition ever to be hosted by the Australian Mus...
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- Saturday 24 November to Sunday 28 April 2013
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Havaianas Australia Day Thong Challenge
Sydney East, Sydney, Bondi
On Australia Day 2013, thousands of Aussies will hit the beach to flog their neighbouring states in the fifth annual Havaianas Thong Challenge world r...
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- Saturday 26 January 2013
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Sydney Symphonys Family Classics 2
Sydney City, Sydney, City Centre
Sydney Opera House and Sydney Symphony PresentSydney Symphony's Family Classics 2ProgramWagner: The Flying Dutchman, Overture Saint-Saëns: Danse...
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- Sunday 4 November
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Freshwater Beach
Sydney North, Sydney, Northern Beaches
At a little over 300-metres in length and wedged between two headlands, Freshwater is just to the north of Manly and faces southeast. The north headla...
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