Things to do
Family holidays
Free things to do in Sydney
Must do
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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 plenty of things to do with the kids that cost absolutely nothing - even the 555 shuttle bus is free within the city centre. Spend a day at the beach, enjoy a game of cricket in a local park or walk across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Wander through a a 30-hectare oasis of tropical plants, green lawns, ponds and shady trees overlooking the harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney. Join the daily, free guided walk or follow a self-guided, themed tour. From the gardens, head to the Art Gallery of NSW nearby where the kids can have fun at free performances on Sundays exploring art through drama, storytelling, music and mime. The National Maritime Museum at Darling Harbour has fascinating displays of dugout canoes, jet-powered hydrofoils and an historic collection of naval vessels. You can take the kids for free on select days.
Sydney Olympic Park.has many great attractions for the whole family, most of them free. Walk or cycle through wetlands to the bird hide, enjoy a picnic or take your bike for a spin along the cycle tracks. Check out Lake Belvedere, the Peace Monument, a huge sundial and the many water features.
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Avalon Beach Sydney North, Sydney, Northern Beaches
Over the last decade or so Avalon has become the favoured "sea-change" destination for Sydney-siders looking to adopt the surfer lifestyle. As a resul...
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Manly to Spit Bridge Scenic Walkway
Sydney North, Sydney, Manly
The Manly Scenic Walkway offers the visitor access to some of Sydney Harbour's most stunning scenery and bushland. The track meanders around the ...
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Heathcote National Park Sydney South, Sydney, Surrounds
See the beauty and diversity of the bush in this rocky reserve. In spring, Gymea lilies give a scarlet glow to the gullies. Swim in hidden pools along...
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Royal National Park Sydney South, Sydney, Surrounds
The Royal National Park is situated on 15,080 hectares and was the second national park in the world. Walk the coast for magnificent views, or experi...
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The Sydney Morning Herald Cole Classic
Sydney North, Sydney, Manly
Dive into Australia's largest ocean swim and secure your spot. Take up the challenge and join thousands of swimmers as they gather at Manly to com...
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Cronulla Beach
Sydney South, Sydney, Cronulla
Cronulla, in the Sutherland Shire on Sydney’s southern coast, is the only Sydney beach that can be reached by train, meaning you can visit witho...
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Sydney Harbour National Park - Middle Head
Sydney City, Sydney, Sydney Harbour
From 1806 to the 1960s, Middle Head was an integral part of Sydney's defence. Visit the tunnels and gun emplacements which overlook the harbour. Great...
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Festival of the Winds
Sydney East, Sydney, Bondi
Make sure you don't miss Sydney's most colourful spring festival, The Festival of the Winds kite flying festival which promises to be a great day ...
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Rodd Island
Sydney City, Sydney, Sydney Harbour
Interested in somewhere different to hold a family picnic? Or looking for a venue to hold a wedding or event?The half hectare Rodd Island in the water...
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Sydney International Regatta Centre
Sydney West, Sydney, Penrith
Set on 196 hectares of native and landscaped parkland, Sydney International Regatta Centre is one of the best rowing and sprint kayak courses in the w...
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