Top 10 free things to do

The Strand Arcade 10 free things to do

Sydney might be one of the most expensive cities in the world, but there are plenty of ways to experience it without spending a cent. Here are the top 10 free things to do. Walk across the Harbour Bridge It’s an instantly recognisable landmark, the vast steel structure spanning the two shores of Sydney Harbour.

Sydney’s 12 best cheap eats

Untied cocktails cheap eats

Sometimes the best eats are the cheapest. And while Sydney isn’t at the centre of South-East Asia, or anywhere near the streets stalls of the Indian sub-continent, or the aromatic wok stations of China, many of our migrant population have taken their cheap eats to new shores. There are varying levels, from inexpensive fried chicken

The 7 best summer things to do in Sydney

Sydney during summer

Sydney is one of the world’s most famous destinations to visit, especially during the summer months. Its breath-taking harbour views, stunning parks and open spaces, and the seemingly endless sunshine are reasons enough to lure visitors and even locals.  During the summer season, Sydney caters to different tastes and interests from outdoor concerts and al

Gatsby gets the green light at Opera House

GATSBY opera house

GATSBY at the Green Light, a new cabaret variety show inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic text, is set to open its doors at the Studio, Sydney Opera House this summer. A century after first being introduced to Jay Gatsby, this theatrical experience invites Sydneysiders into one of his indulgent parties for an evening of

Sydney New Year’s Eve countdown begins

New Years eve Sydney Harbour

The program for the most spectacular end-of-the-year event that the rest of the world is waiting for – New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour –  has been launched at Sydney Opera House. Sydney will again set a benchmark for the planet when 58,000 fireworks weighing in at 8.5 tonnes will explode over Sydney Harbour this

6 best restaurants in Bondi

Totti's best bondi dining

There’s no shortage of fabulous Bondi dining spots and drinking holes. Visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to fresh and delicious cuisine, equally matched by killer views across the ocean. Here’s our list of the top six to match every taste and budget. Speedos Café Arguably the most prized location in Bondi (and

The top local Bondi experiences

The Icebergs at Bondi Beach, Sydney

Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach offers an array of Bondi activities for fun under the Australian sun. The place is so captivating that no visit to Sydney is ever complete without people spending the entire day swimming in the famed Icebergs, hitting the trail from Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk, or enjoying the bustling cafes, shops,

Roll up for Circus 1903

Circus 1903

Internationally acclaimed Circus 1903 will bend over backwards on its return to the Sydney Opera House this festive season.  With a strictly limited run from December 21-29, Circus 1903 will take over the Concert Hall and transport audiences to the Golden Age of circus. Among the attractions are the majestic Queenie and her adorable calf

Santa arrives in Sydney

Santa Christmas in Sydney

Santa arrived in Sydney today, invited by City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore. The Mayor launched Christmas in Sydney in front of the city’s huge traditional Christmas tree in Martin Place, which will be officially lit on the evening of Thursday, November 30. Also a feature of Christmas in Sydney will be choirs, the

Sydney tops China tourists hitlist

Taronga Zoo

Sydney is the top Australian destination for inbound tourists from China, offering seven of the top 20 attractions to visitors in the country, according to new data from Trip.com. Sydney was followed by Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Gold Coast. Taronga Zoo Sydney was listed as the No.1 destination for tourists from China, while other Sydney destinations