Things to do in Sydney

You will never be short of things to do in Sydney and NSW. Thankfully, as the weather can be relied on most of the time, Sydneysiders spend most of their time outdoors. The beach plays an important role in people's lives here as most of them have grown up with one foot in the surf!

In the Water

None of Sydney's beaches is ever empty and from sunrise to sunset you will find joggers, sun worshippers, tourists and dog walkers enjoying the bountiful sand that Sydney has to offer. The surfers' preferred beaches are Bondi and Manly - which also offers good diving for all scuba enthusiasts.

Out and About

Parks are plentiful in Sydney, even in the city, and can be found at every turn offering a pleasant alfresco dining experience for office workers who escape their office confines to read the paper and have a sandwich with friends.

The largest of the parks is Centennial, in between Paddington and Bondi Junction, which is a popular venue for cyclists, walkers, rollerbladers, picnickers and horse riders. There is a large equestrian centre nearby which is open to the public for rides or lessons.

Cultural Sydney

Sydney certainly knows how to entertain its millions of visitors and there's no shortage of things to do come rain or shine in this vibrant city. It is a mecca for arts and culture lovers and there is something for everyone throughout the year including a wealth of festivals celebrating jazz, film, opera, theatre, ballet, food and drink amongst others.

Sport

Sydney's affiliation with sport was made spectacularly obvious when they hosted the hugely successful 2000 Olympic Games. The many impressive sports stadiums and facilities are still put to good use as the city continually plays host to a wealth of international events. Sydneysiders turn out regularly to support their teams although they are not such fanatics as their Melbourne rivals. They are also just as likely to be found playing sports as watching them.