Fomo from not being on a European summer holiday? Try a Sydney ‘Eurotrip’
Can this ‘cosmopolitan city’ rival Mediterranean food, beaches and culture? We decide to find out
May 2023
It is high time Sydney had a high line to match Paris and New York City
Trent Zimmerman
The vision of all those who have defended Sydney Harbour’s foreshores is reflected in the push to create a world-class attraction
January 2022
Life aquatic
‘You’ll get a six-pack’: a beginner’s guide to kayaking
With memories of sore arms from school camp fresh in his mind, Bertin Huynh learns how to get maximum propulsion for minimum effort
‘I’m satisfied with a one out of 10’: the buzzing social scene of Sydney’s least-assuming beach
The view may not be postcard-perfect, but visitors to Brighton Le Sands come for something more important – a sense of community and belonging
Life aquatic
A beginner’s guide to snorkelling: ‘Slow down … you see the most amazing stuff’
An easy entry into adventure, it does not cost much to get started with snorkelling – all you need is a decent mask, a wetsuit and the right place to go
December 2021
Life aquatic
‘The trick is to make yourself useful’: a beginner’s guide to sailing
Usually thought of as a rich man’s sport, you do not need to afford a yacht to sail one – the main cost is in becoming a competent crew member
October 2021
A local’s guide to the Hunter Valley: ‘It’s easy to get caught in the tourist traps’
From independent wineries to the locals’ favourite pub, the Hunter’s lower-key venues can make for a great weekend, away from wedding throngs
September 2021
I miss behaving badly in sin city Sydney. I want to get a face tattoo at 2am
Monica Tan
I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with Sydney, but deprived of its pleasures in lockdown, I have come to appreciate the city’s immoral reputation
March 2021
Aussie rules: a designer’s stunning home in Sydney
As well as being a glorious family house, it’s a test bed for Rachel Castle’s colourful prints and linens. By Dominic Bradbury
January 2021
Stories and spectacle: climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge for a First Nations view
Tourist attraction BridgeClimb has been reimagined from a First Nations perspective as part of Sydney festival
October 2020
How the west was swum: a water-lover's guide to western Sydney's best swimming spots
From lively pools to secluded creeks, Caroline Clements and Dillon Seitchik-Reardon turn from the ocean to inland oases
October 2019
Wild swimming, art walks and islands: five car-free day trips from Sydney
Contrary to popular belief, some of the best bits of the city’s surrounds are accessible by public transport
A side-by-side comparison of the Bondi-to-Manly hyperlapse – video
A side-by-side comparison of the first and final versions shows the amount of stabilising, animating, blurring and colour correcting that was needed to convert raw 360º footage into a smooth final result
Bondi-to-Manly hyperlapse: Sydney's spectacular harbour walk – video
Guardian Australia's David Fanner took four days to trek the new coastal walk linking two of Sydney's favourite beaches. Experience his 80km hike around the city's harbour – in just five minutes
How I made the Bondi-to-Manly hyperlapse
I walked 80km around Sydney Harbour in the middle of a heatwave ... and filmed the entire thing
January 2018
A local's guide
A local’s guide to Sydney
Ringed by national parks and blessed with more than 100 beaches, the best bits of Sydney are outdoors, active and (mostly) free. Here’s how to enjoy it like a local
July 2017
Why I love …
'I’ll sit outside with a cold beer, prawns and some oysters' – John Torode's Sydney
The chef and MasterChef presenter shares his favourite Sydney views, beaches, bars and seafood joints
June 2017
World view
Travel photo of the week: Vivid Sydney festival goes psychedelic
Seen from the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House is transformed into a light installation with images of plant life and bird plumage by artist Ash Bolland
January 2017
From our correspondent
10 top tips from our Sydney correspondent
Sydney serves up its coffee, cocktails, fusion cuisine and harbour walks with panache and beautiful views
December 2016
Brigid Delaney's diary
Diary: a Christmas hymn to Sydney's sparkle and sheer gorgeousness
Brigid Delaney
In December the energy of the city ratchets up and in the parties, pubs and parks the sense of belonging and community is raised for all to see
