The best things to do in Sydney in May 2025

Forget summer, Sydney is at its absolute best in May. Vivid lights up the city, the Sydney Comedy Festival keeps the laughs coming, and the Archibald Prize puts Australian talent in the spotlight. We’ve rounded up a list of the best things to do in Sydney in May, including French markets, new restaurant openings and … Read more

Sydney Opera Host to host sing-a-long showtunes version of ‘Rent’

Rent being performed on stage

Dress up in your finest bohemian garb, strut your cultured-self down to Sydney Opera House and belt out some of the most iconic showtunes in Broadway history with hundreds of other musical fanatics. That’s what the scene will be when the Joan Sutherland Theatre plays host to a special one-night-only sing-a-long performance of Jonathan Larson’s … Read more

Another blow to NIMBYs as The Squire’s Landing gets 24-hour licence

The Squire's Landing now trades 24/7.

The NSW Government’s honourable attempt to make Sydney a genuine 24/7 city just had a major win as Squire’s Landing in The Rocks begins trading ’round the clock. One of the world’s most picturesque gastropubs, glass-fronted with dreamy, panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, will now trade continuously throughout the … Read more

Vivid Sydney 2025 Lineup: Sigur Ros, Portishead and More

The Vivid LIVE 2025 lineup has been revealed

Vivid Music, one of the four pillars of Vivid Sydney 2025, has today announced an extensive program of live music for the world-renowned festival. And once again, we’re looking at big international acts and a diverse roster of homegrown talents filing into Sydney’s best concert halls, including the Sydney Opera House, Carriageworks, and the first … Read more

Sydney Opera House: Things To Do At Sydney Opera House?

what to do in Sydney Opera House sunset

The Sydney Opera House is not just a venue for performanceโ€”it is an international cultural icon, a piece of architectural brilliance, and a symbol of Australiaโ€™s vibrant identity. Located at Bennelong Point on the edge of the Sydney Harbour, the buildingโ€™s dramatic design, set against the sparkling waters and surrounded by the Royal Botanic Garden, … Read more

You can now buy a Sydney Opera House Single Malt Whisky

A bottle of whisky sitting on the Sydney Opera House steps

Sydney Opera House, Australia’s most recognised cultural institution and an endearing icon for Sydney, has been officially liquified. It’s legacy at least, inspiring two special edition single malt whiskies from Sydney’s beloved Archie Rose Distilling Co: the Classical Whisky and the Contemporary Whisky. The simple, limited-edition collection was released at the tail-end of last year, … Read more

Australia Day events: What’s happening in Sydney?

A ferry on Sydney Harbour with the Sydney Opera House in the background.

Australia Day in Sydney is right around the corner and Destination NSW has a number of events planned for Sunday, January 26. In 2025, Australia Day honours the theme of “Reflect, Respect and Celebrate” with tens of thousands of people expected to get involved in the series of free events and activities this year, from … Read more

New Openings Sydney 2025: Restaurants, Hotels, Bars, Musicals & More

a courtyard with trees

2024 was a banner year for Sydney. Not only did we finally get the futuristic next phase of Sydney Metro and the revival of Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, but we also got an exhaustingly long list of high-profile food and drink openings from Olympus Dining and Neptune’s Grotto to Joji and Letra House. Other big things … Read more