Best time to visit Sydney

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Best time of year to visit Sydney

Moderate tourist numbers and pleasant temperatures make September to November and March to May the best time to visit Sydney. Spring (September–November) is perfect for taking photos of Jakaranda trees in bloom and treating yourself to a plate of Sydney oysters. Autumn (March–May) is all about delicacies like macadamia nuts or pine mushrooms. You can also have fun at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with its endless carnivals. December to February sees an influx of tourists to Sydney. The city is under attack of beachgoers, surfers, and nature lovers. Winter (June–August) in Sydney is relatively comfortable, and many hotels offer good deals.

17 THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY (MAY 27 - JUNE 05)

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)

March–May • food

These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

all year round • activity

The Sydney Opera House is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings

Bondi Icebergs Pool

Bondi Icebergs Pool

all year round • activity

Enjoy a swim in Sydney's most famous pool and get covered by giant ocean waves

Quince

Quince

March–July • food

One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

March–May | September–November (all year round) • activity

Try a unique and extreme way to get the most rewarding views

Whale Watching in NSW

Whale Watching in NSW

May–November • nature

Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat

Surfing Around Sydney

Surfing Around Sydney

March–September • activity

Learn the art of riding a surfboard on high-quality waves!

Wendy's Secret Garden

Wendy's Secret Garden

all year round • activity

A heart-warming space and a story worth sharing

Sydney Fish Market

Sydney Fish Market

all year round • food

Fans of seafood will be delighted to visit the largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere

Kayaking

Kayaking

April–September • activity

Give your body the ultimate workout while kayaking in the most picturesque areas of Sydney

Scenic World Blue Mountains

Scenic World Blue Mountains

all year round • activity

Have a great time in one of the most fabulous tourist attractions of New South Wales

SS Ayrfield Shipwreck

SS Ayrfield Shipwreck

all year round • activity

Can you picture an abandoned ship with a forest in it?

Royal Botanic Garden

Royal Botanic Garden

late August–early October | December–March (all year round) • nature

A world of discovery awaits you at a major botanical garden in the heart of Sydney

Whale & Dolphin Watching

Whale & Dolphin Watching

early May–late November • nature

A fascinating annual migration of giant sea mammals

Macadamia

Macadamia

March–June • food

Taste the nut which is worth going nuts for

Pumpkin Season

Pumpkin Season

March–August • food

Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Capsicum

Capsicum

December–May • food

This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

29 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE

Sydney New Year's Fireworks

Sydney New Year's Fireworks

out of rangeDecember 31 • event

About one million people crowd to vantage points around the harbor for this dazzling pyrotechnics display

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

out of rangeAugust 4–12, 2023 • event

Hanami season occurs at Auburn Botanic Gardens every spring

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

out of rangeMarch 17–19, 2023 • event

Watch The Rocks neighborhood and the famous Sydney Opera House turn green

Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney

out of rangeMay 26–June 17, 2023 • event

An award winning festival and the best tourist event in Sydney

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

out of rangeJanuary 21–February 5, 2023 • event

Huge celebrations in Sydney, Melbourne and other cities last for several weeks and attract millions

Jacaranda Trees in Bloom

Jacaranda Trees in Bloom

out of rangemid-October–November • nature

Every spring Sydney shows off its beauty due to lavish jacaranda tree blooms

Christmas Season

Christmas Season

out of rangeearly November 2022–late January 2023 • event

Holiday season in Sydney offers lots of traditional entertainment

Electric Gardens Festival

Electric Gardens Festival

out of rangeApril 2, 2023 ("Electric Island", Perth) • event

Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and also Auckland

Winter Magic Festival

Winter Magic Festival

unconfirmedJune 24, 2023 • event

Celebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains

Ferrython

Ferrython

out of rangeJanuary 26 • event

You can't fully feel the spirit of Australia Day celebrations without the traditional Ferrython

Boxing Day

Boxing Day

out of rangeDecember 26 • event

One of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ

Halloween in Sydney

Halloween in Sydney

out of rangeOctober 21–31, 2022 • event

Get into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk

Chinese New Year in Sydney

Chinese New Year in Sydney

unconfirmedJanuary 21–February 5, 2023 • event

Celebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city

Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

out of rangeDecember 26–December 31 • event

One of the world's most anticipated race that has a long history and offers some spectacular sights!

AUS-X Open

AUS-X Open

on holdNovember 30, 2019 • event

One of the biggest and most famous supercross and freestyle motocross events in the world

Parkes Elvis Festival

Parkes Elvis Festival

out of rangeJanuary 4–8, 2023 • event

Experience one of the most significant tributes to Elvis in the world

Sydney Film Festival

Sydney Film Festival

out of rangeJune 7–18, 2023 • event

Tune yourself to be the first in Australia to see the most brilliant and inspiring premiers

Blackmores Sydney Running Festival

Blackmores Sydney Running Festival

out of rangeSeptember 17, 2023 • event

Take in the numerous spectacular landmarks of the city during an unforgettable run

Sydney Mardi Gras

Sydney Mardi Gras

out of rangeFebruary 17–March 5, 2023 • event

Celebrate queer culture at the jaw dropping parade

Sydney Royal Easter Show

Sydney Royal Easter Show

out of rangeApril 6–17, 2023 • event

Watch how "city meets country" in Sydney

Beach Season in Sydney

Beach Season in Sydney

out of rangeDecember–March • activity

Sydney has no shortage of places to swim or simply relax with a good book

Festival of the Winds

Festival of the Winds

unconfirmedJuly 14, 2023 • event

Great fun on one of Sydney's most famous beaches

Diving in Gordon's Bay

Diving in Gordon's Bay

out of rangeOctober–April • activity

Discover a fantastic underwater world in the most stunning diving spot in Sydney

Sydney Marathon

Sydney Marathon

out of rangeSeptember 17, 2023 • event

The largest and most popular running event in New South Wales

Sydney Rock Oyster

Sydney Rock Oyster

out of rangeSeptember–March • food

Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?

Asparagus

Asparagus

out of rangeSeptember–November • food

In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Surfest

Surfest

out of rangeFebruary 11–March 26, 2023 • event

Australia's biggest surfing festival with a wide array of activities in and out of water

City2Surf

City2Surf

out of rangeAugust 13, 2023 • event

Join thousands of runners from central Sydney to a scenic beach

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing

out of rangeSeptember–April • activity

Feel the non-stop adrenaline of kiting around Botany Bay and in many other locations

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