Arriving in Sydney before the ASM or staying on for a few days after? Check out some of the things to do.

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is more than just an architectural marvel set on beautiful Sydney Harbour; it is also a world-class working opera house. It hosts everything from classical ballet performances, innovative theatre and symphony music to contemporary dance and stunning opera productions.

Click here to see what is on at the Sydney Opera House.

The Sydney Opera House offers guided tours in English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Mandarin languages.

The Sydney Opera House also has a range of dining options for those wanting to dine with a view!

Sydney Harbour Bridge, Cruises and Ferries

Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks. Not only is it the largest steel arch bridge on the planet, but it also spans one of the globe’s finest natural harbours. Affectionately names the ‘Coathanger’ by locals, it is an intrinsic part of the city, you can walk or cycle across it and even climb to its peak for incredible views.

Sydney Harbour is spectacular and a cruise is a wonderful way to experience it, whatever your interests, activity levels and budget. Enjoy a tall ship adventure with Sydney Harbour Tall Ships. For the history buffs, there is the Tribal Warrior Harbour Cruises which will relay the stories of local Aboriginal people and their traditions while sightseeing. Those who also want to explore underwater will love the summer snorkelling cruise with Sydney Princess Cruises. For bigger sea lie, join and whale watching cruise from May to November, which depart from Darling Harbour, Circular Quay and Manly and cruise through the dramatic harbour entrance at The Heads into the ocean to spot humpbacks.

You can take a ferry from Circular Quay to other harbour islands, such as Garden Island for a naval museum and Cockatoo Island for UNESCO World Heritage Convict Sites. On Fort Denison, enjoy a striking panorama of the harbour and then explore the former military facility on a guided tour.

Ferries also travel to Manly and Parramatta where you can visit the World Heritage-listed Old Government House and other convict heritage sites. There is also a convenient hop-on, hop-off ferry service to popular attractions such as Luna Park for carnival rides.

Explore the beaches 

Sparkling blue ocean, fun eateries and a laid-back beach lifestyle sums up Sydney’s world-famous Bondi. Go for a swim in an iconic ocean pool, enjoy a yoga class overlooking the ocean and sip a fruity cocktail at a beachside bar.

Manly Beach is a well-known Australian beach, part of the Sydney’s Northern Beaches and is considered a world-renowned surfing destination. It is easily accessible by ferry from Sydney’s Circular Quay.

Royal Botanic Gardens

The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney is a heritage-listed major 30-hectare (74-acre) botanical garden, event venue and public recreation area located at Farm Cove on the eastern fringe of the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.

Opened in 1816, the garden is the oldest scientific institution in Australia and one of the most important historic botanical institutions in the world.

Art Galleries and Theatres

Sydney boasts a vibrant arts scene with numerous renowned art galleries and theatres. Major institutions include the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, and the White Rabbit Gallery while theatres such as Capitol Theatre, Sydney Lyric Theatre and Sydney Theatre Company offer a diverse range of performances.

Day Tours

Discover a world-famous destination such as the Blue Mountains with dramatic scenery, hiking trails and iconic landmarks like the Three Sisters and Jenolan Caves.

For those wine buffs, the Hunter Valley wine region has over 150 wineries and is one of Australia’s oldest wine regions.

Kangaroo Valley is a picturesque valley with stunning waterfalls, river activities and a relaxed atmosphere.

Port Stephens is a seaside getaway surrounded by 26 stunning beaches and a majestic bay along the Legendary Pacific Coast route.