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Things to do TODAY in Sydney
Friday 7th August 2026
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Escape Hunt: Escape Rooms
Prepare for an unparalleled adventure at Escape Hunt Sydney!
Enter the ultimate escape game with your fantastic team of 2-4 players, immersing yourselves in an hour of heart-pounding e..
iFLY is open 7 days a week until late, including school holidays and public holidays.
iFLY Downunder in Penrith is the largest and most powerful indoor skydiving facility in the Souther..
[intro]Sunrise Kayaking on Sydney Harbour with Breakfast offers the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful sunrise kayaking adventure on Sydney Harbour followed by a delicious Aussie-style breakf..
Enjoy unbeatable views of Sydney with a must do Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb!
Venture to the top of this iconic landmark, and witness the stunning city skyline from a whole new perspect..
Head into the trees for some fun and adventure featuring flying foxes, zip lines & more with over 100 individual challenges at TreeTop Adventure Park Sydney!
Located in the forests of ..
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Bring the children to the Golden Ridge Animal Farm for hands on farm fun!
Hold baby chicks, ducklings and rabbits, milk the cow, bottle feed baby lambs and kid goats or have a pony ride..
Luna Park Sydney is open 7 days a week
Luna Park Sydney is a free entry Park, everyone wishing to go on rides and access attractions must have a valid Unlimited Rides Pass ticket for t..
Marlins Kids Club @ Nelson Bay Bowling & Recreation Club
Nelson Bay Bowling & Recreation Club hosts Kids Clubs, Friday nights.
The Kids Club is a free, fully supervised, fun-filled evening for children aged 3 - 10.
Held Every Friday, betwe..
The Magic Garden: MBF Foundation Healthy Kids Unit
Help your children learn about healthy eating and healthy activity and have fun with this self-contained interactive unit.
The Magic Garden is an imaginative environment, developed in ..
WE ALL NEED A LITTLE LAUGHTER IN OUR LIFE
WE'VE GOT THE COMEDIANS AND THEY'VE GOT THE LOLS.
GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND BOOK SOME TICKETS FOR GIGS IN YOUR FAVOURITE VENUES AROUND THE CO..
Quick..Some Comedy, Quick is Australias fastest and funniest stand up comedy show on Fridays and Saturdays at Star Bar Comedy Theatre.
Comedy for lunch Fridays
Stand up Comedy Show
12..
Catch a Killer: An Immersive Murder Mystery Experience - Sydney
The murder mystery game that everyone is talking about..
An outdoor escape game that offers an engaging new way to explore Sydney's secrets.
Follow riddling clues as you try to cat..
Rising UK star Erin LeCount will play highly anticipated Australian headline dates this August.
On her debut visit Erin will bring her Pareidolia Shows to intimate venues.
For the p..
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Discover the secrets to cooking some South American favourites and uncover mind-blowing flavour combinations in this BBQ cooking class. Under the guidance of a professional chef you will g..
Unlimited Dinner at SkyFeast Sydney Tower - Weekday - For 2
Dine on cloud nine at SkyFeast, located 82 floors above the city in the iconic Sydney Tower. Your guaranteed window seat affo..
Hay Street Market - Sydney's Biggest Foodie Market
Come explore a world of flavour, culture and good vibes at Hay St Market.
More than three years in the making and spanning 3,000 square metres of Paddy's Market, Hay St Market is Sydne..
Steakhouse Lunch with Wine - For 2 - Circular Quay
Enjoy a shared two-course lunch for two, featuring premium dishes paired with house-selected wine, beer, or soft drink.
A delightful dining experience in a beautiful setting, sure to s..
Australia's premier whisky tasting experience discover exceptional whiskies masterclasses and our Rare&Old Bar.
Join us across Australia for unforgettable tastings from the world's fin..
Australian National Maritime Museum | Open Hours & Tickets
Navigate a full day of fun - here's everything you need to know.
The museum includes 14 vessels, multiple exhibitions, kids' activities* and a 3D cinema. Come early in the day to get th..
Australian National Maritime Museum: Open Hours & Tickets
Be enlightened, entertained, fascinated with these exhibitions @ Australian National Maritime Museum.
9.30am to 5.00 pm daily (6.00 pm in January). Closed 25 December (Christmas Day)
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We are open 9am-5pm everyday of the year, 7 days a week, except Christmas Day.
See some of Australia's famous wildlife in the flesh... and scales!
What's included
Admission to the A..
The Bradman Centre is located on St Jude Street Bowral in the NSW Southern Highlands.
The area includes the Bradman Museum, Bradman Oval, Memorial Garden and Glebe Park, featuring the ..
Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame
The famous Parkes observatory, as featured in the Australian movie The Dish, is a landmark radio telescope nearly 50 years old, yet still considered to be one of the best single dish radio..
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday/Sunday & Public Holidays 10.00am - 4.00pm
The King's Castle is Australia's only chain of permanent exhibition of artefacts that were owned by E..
Open everyday (excluding Christmas Day) from 9-4pm.
A fun day out for the whole family awaits at Featherdale Wildlife Park!
Home to over 1, Australian native animals from more than..
Experience the glittering world of fame for a day at Madame Tussauds.
Start your journey on the red carpet and strike a pose for the paparazzi.
Move on to challenge your favourite ..
Madjeri (pronounced mud-jer-ee) is the Dharawal word for canoe or small floating vessel ...
... Dharawal Country extends from Sydney Harbour, down to the Shoalhaven, and as far west as..
We run daytime sessions for viewing the Sun and night sessions.
Mudgee Observatory has been a private observatory for the past ten years though is now open to school groups, organized t..
Take a fascinating and often macabre tour of the human body at the Museum of Human Disease.
Members of the general public can visit the Museum of Human Disease for a self-guided visit o..
Museum of Sydney is open daily 10am-5pm
Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
A modern museum built over and around the remains of Australia's first Government House, the Museum of ..
Free permanent exhibitions at Museum of Sydney.
Open 7 days: 10am-5pm
Yura Nura: People & Country
First Fleet Ships
Yura Nura: People & Country
Yura Nura: People & Country pr..
Ocean Wonders @ Australian National Maritime Museum | Hours & Tickets
Australian National Maritime Museum
Dive into Australia's deep connection to the seas at the Australian Maritime Museum and immerse yourself in an ocean of incredible interactive exhib..
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary - Open Hours & Tickets
Open Daily 9am - 5pm.
Supporting the long-term preservation and conservation of koala in the wild.
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary offers a unique opportunity to see koalas in their ..
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney - Open Hours | FREE entry
The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is your oasis in the city!
Discover the fascinating history of the plants and people associated with Australia's oldest botanic garden.
Relax and ca..
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is an all-weather visitor attraction open 365 days a year.
Weekdays 10am - 4pm Weekends 9.30am - 5pm
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium takes you on an underwater jour..
Sydney Observatory is a museum and education centre set in gardens overlooking Sydney Harbour. The historic site commands some of the best views in Sydney.
Open daily 10am - 5pm
Closed..
Sydney Tower Eye is a must-do while in the city that takes you to the highest point above Sydney for breathtaking 360-degree views of our beautiful harbour city, including the Sydney Harbo..
Book your tickets online here to visit the Symbio Wildlife Park in South Sydney to meet and interact with Australian and exotic animals!
Just 40 minutes drive from Sydney Airport- Symb..
Sydney's Taronga Zoo is one of the nation's leading zoological gardens, featuring one of Australia's finest collections of native animals and a diverse collection of exotic species.
Hi..
Find yourself on an amazing animal adventure as you journey into Australia's most famous locations at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo!
9:30am - 5:00pm (last entry STRICTLY 4:00pm)
WILD LIFE Syd..
Experience a world of contraband and corruption at Alcotraz, the world's first immersive, prison-themed bar. Don your orange jumpsuit, collude with the corrupt guards and enjoy a range of ..
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2 Night Hunter Valley Stay with Train Pass - Weekday - For 2
Hunter Valley departing from Sydney's Central railway station
Enjoy a relaxing two night stay in the Hunter Valley midweek ..
2 Night Hunter Valley Stay with Train Pass - Weekend - For 2
Hunter Valley departing from Sydney's Central railway station
Enjoy a relaxing two night stay in the Hunter Valley nestled..
The brand-new gaming concept has arrived in Sydney's Darling Harbour!
Step into a real-life video game and get ready to play together in this unique social gaming experience where your ..
Get ready for Mind Games - Art Alive! in Sydney with over 65 mind-bending installations by 15 artists that twist perception through light, sound, and motion.
Discover illusions, shifti..
Seaplane To Berowra Waters With 6 Course Lunch - For 2
Departs from - Rose Bay | In a pristine waterfront setting lies Sydney's most famous gastronomic destination the Berowra Waters Inn which is only accessible by boat or seaplane.
As you..
Departs from - Rose Bay | Take the flight of a lifetime over Sydney's Northern Beaches Ku-Ring-Gai National Park and Sydney Harbour. Your pilot will drop you off at Cottage Point Inn landi..
Thunder Jet: 30-Minute Thunder Thrill Ride
Circular Quay Eastern Pontoon Macquarie St NSW 2000 Sydney
Australia's most exciting jet boats can be seen spinning crazily around Sydney Ha..
Virtual Room Sydney: An Immersive 3D Team Experience
One of the world's best team-based virtual reality experiences has finally come to Sydney!
Blending the escape room concept with a full 3D cinematic experience the Virtual Room deliver..
Check out latest films, Hollywood blockbusters and independent films
There is nothing quite like watching a good movie on a big screen with big sound.
Film reviews from Switch, imdb..
All the coolest things about a Sydney summer can be found at MOV'IN BED, the best cinema experience.
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Welcome back to the worlds largest IMAX screen in the world.
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Step into the shoes of Sydneys best detective in Sydney Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows.
On a ghost tour gone wrong..
Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 6pm
Market City, Hay Street, City
Paddy's has held a central place in Sydney's history for over 150 years. Paddy's Markets, Sydney's biggest markets have a ..
The ABC Ultimo Centre brings together all aspects of the national broadcaster, including Television, Radio, New Media, Transmission and News and Current Affairs.
The guided tour is like..
Check out the new BagSmart BLAST series of Backpacks.
The Blast Roller Backpack takes travel in stride-on wheels on foot or on your terms.
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The five star West End sensation
Songs, silliness and sensibility.
Following its London triumph, where it won the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice (sort of) is a un..
Sydney Opera House
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Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point 2000
Guess who's coming to dinner?
Get ready for a fun, mysterious, and freaky spin on one of the world's most famous families with The Addams Family! Brought to you by the acclaimed team b..
Disney Presents The Lion King at Capitol Theatre, Sydney
It is time!
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap.
The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the ..
Welcome to Velvet. A nightclub where disco reigns supreme and the allure of the dancefloor is inescapable.
Velvet Inferno is a 70-minute, non-stop disco spectacular with boiling hot vo..
Make the most of your trip to the Australian Museum with our free volunteer-led introductory tours of our permanent galleries.
Gain deeper insight into the Australian Museum's vast cul..
Blue Mountains: Tour from Sydney + Zig Zag Railway, Scenic World & Ferry Ride
Enjoy mountain views, scenic train rides, and a rainforest walk
Take a day tour by bus to the Blue Mountains, guided by an experienced guide.
Start with a 06:40 pickup from a centra..
Australian Museum
Sydney,
Starting point: Sea Life Sydney Aquarium - 1-5 Wheat Road,
Drag Queen Walking Tour through Sydney's LGBT District
Dive into the heart of LGBT Sydney with the fabulous Wonder Mama (you might know her as Wilma!) for a thrilling 3-hour journey!
Explore the coolest LGBT hotspots, from The Stonewall Ho..
A range of programs and events are scheduled throughout the year for the public to engage with the workings of the parliament.
These events are designed for families and adults, and ca..
Join in a guided tour of this magnificent and unique building and discover why it's known as the Palace of Dreams.
Since its opening in 1929, The State Theatre Sydney has captivated th..
Indulge in the Sydney Chocolate Tours, in exquisite chocolate, enjoying the finest coffee and tea, then walk it all off in a couple of hours, all the time soaking up the historical atmosph..
Behind the Scenes at the Market
Ever wanted to know where your seafood comes from? What the Australian seafood industry does to ensure your seafood is sustainable? Or where the top-leve..
The Sydney Harbour was made for cruising with these hop on hop off ferry passes.
Book your ticket online here to see the Sydney must-see sights such as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge ..
Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House for a fascinating look at this Sydney icon.
Your knowledgeable guide leads you through the World Heritage-listed building on a walking to..
Ride the heritage railway with Zig Zag Railway and travel through the Blue Mountains seven days a week.
Step aboard a heritage rail experience through the Blue Mountains - a nostalgic j..
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We just love the footy.
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Seven has announced its AFL commentary team and football shows for 2026.
Programs include Agenda Setters, Unfiltered,..
Fox Footy is Australia's only dedicated 24/7 AFL channel on 504 and KAYO.
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Join the experts at Art Masterclass and unleash your inner artist in this fun-filled workshop.
Discover the techniques to decorate your lamp using a variety of coloured tiles to design..
Take a special Aboriginal wildlife tour at Taronga Zoo, showcasing the strong link between aboriginal people, their culture and wildlife.
Developed with Aboriginal people, and led by an..
