Sydney, Australia

Welcome to Sydney

So you can’t travel overseas right now. So what? Take this time to explore everything Sydney has to offer. From the sparkling harbour to quirky neighbourhoods, golden beaches and lush national parks, there’s something new to experience every day. Now’s the time to love Sydney and NSW.

As the official tourism, destinations and events website, this is the place to plan the trip of a lifetime. Sydney shines all year round and it’s the perfect holiday spot for families, couples and friends. What do you want to see first?

Short breaks from Sydney

From romantic weekend getaways in wine country to sunny beach holidays on the NSW coast, finding the perfect break from Sydney is easy. Discover delicious foodie experiences, thrilling adventure, underwater wonders and cosy country towns.

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All kinds of natural
Eurobodalla is a place like no other.
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Love the Lake
You’ll love every day in Lake Macquarie.
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The river's just the beginning
Outdoor adventures, delicious produce and fun on the Hawkesbury
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Extend the weekend
Indulge your senses in Orange
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Make it Maitland
There’s creativity on every corner in Maitland.
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Manly

Featured Destination

Sitting just across the harbour from the CBD, Manly has all the cosmopolitan buzz of the city centre combined with the laid back vibe of the Northern Beaches. It's one of Sydney’s top surf beaches or you can join in a game of beach volleyball on the sand. You're spoilt for choice when it comes to fantastic cafes and cool bars lining the waterfront.

Explore Manly
Couple enjoying food and drinks at Hugos Manly at Manly Wharf
Summer in Sydney
Surfer riding a wave at Manly Beach, Sydney
Manly Jazz Wine Garden
Marine life passing through Cabbage Bay Aquatic Reserve, Manly
Views of beachgoers at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, Sydney North

Manly Highlights

Bondi

Featured Destination

Bondi Beach is world renowned. Even if you haven’t been, chances are you’ve heard of it and, once you see it, you’ll realise why it deserves its reputation. The curved expanse of soft, white sand, the crashing waves and sandstone cliffs all combine to create a spectacular seaside suburb. Bondi epitomises Sydney’s beach lifestyle and has something for everyone.

Explore Bondi
Learning to surf with 'Let's Go Surfing' at Bondi Beach
Aerial shot of Bondi Beach, Sydney
The Bucket List Bar and Eatery at Bondi Beach in Sydney East
Bondi to Coogee Walk, Sydney
Bondi Icebergs Club at Sydney's Bondi Beach

Bondi Highlights

Parramatta

Featured Destination

Head west to discover Sydney's second CBD, Parramatta. You’ll find rich colonial history, world-class theatres, sprawling riverside green spaces and a buzzing foodie scene. It’s one of the city’s most multicultural area, bringing together vibrant traditions, cuisines and festivals in a celebration of modern Australia.

Explore Parramatta
Jacaranda trees in full bloom in Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta, Sydney West
Chef preparing pancakes at Bay Vista restaurant in the eat street dining in Parramatta, Sydney West
Menu items available from Nick and Nora's bar in Parramatta, Sydney West
Couple enjoying food and drink at Nick & Nora's in Parramatta, Sydney west
Centenary Square and heritage-listed Parramatta Town Hall, Parramatta
Parramasala festival, Parramatta
People dining at restaurants along Eat Street dining precinct in Parramatta

Parramatta Highlights

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More about Sydney

Wondering where to stay in Sydney? Then explore the accommodation options on the website. You can make reservations as well. Getting around is easy on public transport. Ferries and harbour cruises are a memorable way to experience the beauty of one of the world’s great natural harbours.

Hop on a ferry at Circular Quay for Taronga Zoo, Manly or Watsons Bay. You can also take a ferry to intriguing Sydney Harbour islands and Parramatta for delicious food and colonial heritage. Or jump aboard a Tribal Warrior cruise and explore Aboriginal culture, the world’s oldest living culture.

Aboriginal people have a long connection with Sydney, dating back at least 50,000 years before the First Fleet arrived in 1788. There are fun and informative Aboriginal-guided tours, including in national parks where you can see ancient indigenous ochre hand-paintings and rock engravings.

The following pages will also help you plan your holidays, short breaks and weekend escapes:

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