Attractions near Sydney

The Museums Discovery Centre (MDC) is a collaboration between the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS), Australian Museum (AM) and Sydney Living Museums. Inside

Over the last decade or so Avalon has become the favoured "sea-change" destination for Sydney-siders looking to adopt the surfer lifestyle. As a result, the

Newport faces due east so is open to swell coming from any direction. A jumble of rocks 250 metres south of the north headland known

Pool Flat picnic area offers a delightful riverside spot, ideal for a family day out in the popular Audley Weir area. Only an hour from

If you’re looking to escape the city for a relaxing day near the river, head to picturesque Reids Flat picnic area, near Audley. In the

Pinot & Picasso Neutral Bay is Australia’s number one paint and sip experiencein Cremorne. They allow you to take on some of the basic (and

Sutherland Shire is home to the second biggest bicycle pump track in Australia, with 954 square metres of curves, dips and transitions for riders of

When it’s time for a weekend getaway, pack the car and gather the family for a day trip to Ironbark Flat picnic area in Royal

A day trip or school excursion to Royal National Park in Sydney's south, will offer plenty of opportunities for barbecues, fishing, bushwalking, birdwatching and whale

Royal National Park has been a bush escape for Sydney-siders for over 120 years, so when it’s time for some family timeout, head to this

Experience the many pleasures of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) at any level you choose. Avalon Stand Up Paddle is an ASI Accredited SUP School, and

St Bartholomew's Church was the first church to open in Prospect in 1841, as a result of early explorer William Lawson's push for it to

Golden Ridge Animal Farm is a family friendly farm you can visit in the hills district of Sydney. Join in the tour to get up

An easy hour’s walk along the Place of Winds interpretive trail is the perfect way to start or finish a day out at Crosslands Reserve.

This summer will be the hottest ever at the world's best water theme park. Wet 'n' Wild Sydney features amazing attractions, interactive ride technology and

One of only three aquatic centres in NSW with two 50-metre pools, Blacktown Aquatic Centre is used for a range of different activities such as

Located in Sydney's north, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park combines important history with scenic beauty, making it perfect for school excursions. Bobbin Head is a great

For an opportunity to see one of the most famous Aboriginal heritage sites in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Red Hands Cave walking track is the

A delightful, easy walking track through unique hanging swamps off West Head Road in the middle of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Salvation loop trail offers

With over 800 Aboriginal sites recorded across Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, each one is a visible reminder of the rich Aboriginal heritage of the region.

Imagine a night out under the stars (be it in a snazzy convertible or a grunty pick-up truck) watching a blockbuster, having a beverage and

Take time out from the rushed pace of life and take your lunch or coffee down to Barnetts Road Reserve and the Barnetts lookout. The

Formerly the first public school to open in Blacktown, this wonderfully restored 1877 building now houses a quaint little Visitor Information Centre. Warm and friendly

Located in Casula, southwest Sydney, Leacock Regional Park is a great spot of dog walking, jogging, cycling and picnicking. Leacock Regional Park provides a welcome

The picnic area at Leacock Regional Park, just off the Hume Highway near Casula, is a great rest stop on a long drive or for

Forest path offers an easy hike through Royal National Park’s rainforests. This beautiful walk leads you past a variety of native plants and flowers, including

For a quick nature fix only a short drive or train ride from Sydney, try Karloo walking track. This medium walk leads from Heathcote train

Ever dreamt of completing the legendary Great North walk? Why not try a taster, without wearing out your walking boots? Great North walk - Ku-ring-gai

Pinot & Picasso Blacktown is Australia’s number one paint and sip experience. They allow you to take on some of the basic (and some more

Western Sydney Parklands is a place for people of all backgrounds to meet, celebrate, learn, play and appreciate the environment. Set in the heart of

Located in the heart of Sydney’s motorsport hub, Eastern Creek, the unprecedented Sydney Indoor Motocross Dome (MX Dome) will be the only indoor motocross dome

Eastern Creek International Karting Raceway is an advanced, professional kart racing circuit, with two kilometres of the best quality bitumen racing surface available. The circuit

Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope is Blacktown City Council’s flagship leisure facility located in Stanhope Garden. The Leisure Centre boasts a range of facilities including an

Blacktown Tennis Centre Stanhope is a 16 court tennis facility which adjoins Blacktown City Council’s flagship leisure facility, Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope. Blacktown Tennis Centre

The Bible Garden is a quiet, contemplative, garden made up of a series of gently descending, intimate grassed terraces that lead down to a viewing

Located in the northern outskirts of Sydney, Muogamarra Nature Reserve is an extraordinary place, and it’s easy to see why. It's open around spring time

Featherdale Wildlife Park is home to one of Australia's most comprehensive collections of native wildlife. Cuddle up to a Koala at no extra charge, and

Calmsley Hill City Farm is a farm based attraction, close to the heart of Sydney - a place where children and adults can enjoy a

Come and explore our ultra-modern playground, 14-metre-high playtower, 50-metre-long flying-fox, giant swings, water play, walking

Australia's most advanced zoo in the heart of Western Sydney, Sydney Zoo exhibits a wide range of popular animal species from around the world. With