Sydney Things to Do

This rambling old pub, tucked away in a street down the hill between Kings Cross and Woolloomooloo, offers an excellent night's entertainment and food. In cahoots with a couple of independent theatre companies, they have ren... more

While "progress" may have forgotten about this town, it seems to suit the folks here just fine. In the 1800s, the railway was built just a few miles from the town centre. In the 1900s, the new highway bypassed this stunning leg... more

The Alliance Française language school is the major sponsor of this event, lending cultural and financial support. A showcase of the latest French films, from art house erotica to mainstream, around a dozen films are screened a... more

The main bar in this hotel is the Fringe Bar. It is a trendy bar generally straight on the weekends attracting a young crowd and is better known to locals simply as the "Fringe." On the weekends, DJs spin lounge, funk and hip h... more

For sheer speed, grace and exhilaration, you cannot beat the big cats. Sail Venture Cruises' fleet of giant catamarans will whisk you around the harbour with full commentary on the sights. Choose from either a morning or aftern... more

Said to be the oldest surviving house in North Sydney and the only conserved cottage of its type, this vernacular timber cottage dates back to 1854. Surrounded by extensive landscaped gardens it was lived in until 1974. Now a m... more

If deep sea fishing is your game, head for the ocean with Fishfinder, where you are sure to find plenty of snapper, morwong and kingfish. Fishfinder will pick you up from any harbour wharf, or you can get on board the Avalon IV... more

At the far end of the leafy French settlement of Hunters Hill lies Woolwich Peninsula. Best known for its landmark pub, the historical Woolwich Pier Hotel, Woolwich has some awe-inspiring views of Sydney Harbour. Clarkes Point... more

A chance to see the raw talent of Australia's young artists, Artexpress is an annual exhibition of works created for the rigorous HSC (Year 12 students) examination in Visual Arts. The works chosen for inclusion represent the f... more

If you are interested in abseiling, rock climbing, canyoning, mountaineering or bush survival, this is for you. AMS has been running courses since 1981. Try the Abseiling Adventure,-a one-day beginners course, the two-day Rock... more