What to do in Sydney: A guide on culture, family activities, best areas and delicious eats

Family on a Sydney Harbour ferry near Sydney Harbour Bridge. Family itinerary

Sydney is the best of many different worlds. It’s one of those rare places that can confidently channel the energy of a big city, while still filtering that sense of urgency and chaos through its peaceful pockets of restorative nature. Locals take great pride in calling such an impossibly beautiful part of the world their

10 Sydney restaurants to book for Christmas Day

A festive spread for Christmas Day lunch

I’ve always found that eating out on Christmas Day in Sydney is a far smarter choice than stressing over a marathon lunch at home. When the 25th rolls around, my mind inevitably drifts toward Christmas lunch and Christmas dinner, especially knowing you can dine exceptionally well without facing the mountain of preparation and the clean-up

Sydney Fish Market’s top tips for the 36 Hour Seafood Marathon

Prawns at Sydney Fish Market

Sydney’s most iconic Christmas tradition is Sydney Fish Market’s 36 hour seafood marathon, which each year sees over 100,000 visitors scrambling to find the perfect catch for Christmas lunch. This year is a particularly special event, as it’s officially the last Christmas 36 hour seafood marathon before the brand-new Sydney Fish Market opens its doors

22 best Christmas markets in Sydney 2025

Le Jolly Christmas Market near Central Station in Sydney

The best Christmas markets Sydney has to offer are transportive. They’ve been curated to a specific atmosphere, feeling like festive time capsules that blanket you in holiday cheer. Sydney Travel Guide has done some due diligence and presents you with a handy list of the best Christmas markets in Sydney for 2025 so you can