Things to Do in Sydney 2026 — Best Activities, Attractions and Experiences in Sydney

Things to Do in Sydney 2026

Sydney is one of the world's great cities for experiences — the harbour, beaches, world-class restaurants, cultural institutions and a year-round outdoor lifestyle combine to make Sydney one of the most visited cities in the Southern Hemisphere. Whether you're a visitor or a local, there is always something new to discover. sydney.com

Iconic Sydney Experiences

• Sydney Opera House — Bennelong Point. A guided tour is worthwhile even if you've visited before. Attend a performance — the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Ballet and Opera Australia are the resident companies. sydneyoperahouse.com
• Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb — 3.5 hour guided climb to the 134m summit arch — arguably Australia's most iconic experience. bridgeclimb.com
• Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk — 6km, 2-3 hours. Free. One of the world's best urban coastal walks — Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly and Coogee beaches connected by clifftop track. Passes the Sculpture by the Sea installation (October-November).
• Manly Ferry — the 30-minute Manly Ferry from Circular Quay is Sydney's best budget harbour experience. $5 with an Opal card. Walk the Manly Corso to the ocean beach and back via Collins Beach on the North Head reserve.

Free Things to Do in Sydney

• Royal Botanic Garden — free daily. Walk the harbour path past the Opera House.
• Art Gallery of NSW — permanent collection free; artgallery.nsw.gov.au
• Australian Museum — permanent collection free for NSW residents; australian.museum
• Barangaroo Reserve — free waterfront parkland and foreshore walk north of Darling Harbour. Aboriginal cultural landscape.

Things to Do This Weekend in Sydney

Check What's On at sydney.com/things-to-do/whats-on for the latest events, concerts, markets and pop-ups across the city each weekend.

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