SYDWEST – Your guide to Western Sydney
What’s on for the 2025 spring school holidays in Sydney?
Family time is right around the corner as we steam towards the spring school holidays (Monday, September 29 to Friday, October 10), bringing Sydney to life with all-ages activities that cleverly mix education with entertainment. Keep scrolling for a curated …
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Weekends Away
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Penrith
Located at the foot of the Blue Mountains and just an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD, Penrith is filled with action-packed adventures, combines with a huge array of dining venues. If you love culture and history, there are some …
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Camden
The beautiful historic township of Camden is rich in history. The area has charming streets filled with heritage buildings, hinting at the town’s historical signficance. There are lovely restaurants, pubs as well as artisinal bakeries along the main drag, Argyle …
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Blacktown
This multicultural enclave has everything from cultural experiences to adrenalin-pumping activities. Spend the weekend encountering exotic animals, becoming a race car driver or indulging in delicious night food markets. Spend the weekend in Blacktown and discover what this area is …
Area Guides
I spent the perfect day in Penrith – here’s what to do in Sydney’s adventure capital
Running along the western edge of Sydney, on the banks of the Nepean River and close to the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Penrith feels a world away from the hustle of the city. This quiet, leafy suburb hides an …
A day trip to Parramatta: What to see, eat and do
Sydney’s second city and the unofficial capital of Western Sydney, Parramatta is a bustling mix of shiny skyscrapers, leafy parks and historic buildings, with a flourishing art scene and fascinating museums. It’s incredibly diverse – almost 70% of the population have a first language other than English – so you can expect delicious cuisine, vibrant festivals and plenty of local colour.
Western Sydney Area
- Parramatta
- Sydney Olympic Park
- Blacktown
- Cabramatta
- Campbelltown
- Penrith
- Camden
- Picton
- Thirlmere
- Appin
