From stand-out stand-up acts to weird and wonderful shows, we have you covered.
Your ultimate guide to Sydney
Discover the city's best things to do, culture, dining, nightlife, bars and theatre
From stand-out stand-up acts to weird and wonderful shows, we have you covered.
Things to do in Sydney
Latest news stories
Iconic Sydney pub The Bat & Ball Hotel is being reopened by a team of hospo legends
The historic boozer on the corner of Cleveland and South Dowling Streets is reopening this winter
These are the cheapest suburbs to rent in Sydney (plus the places where rent has dropped)
Sydney rents are through the roof – but rent in some suburbs has fallen since last year
An epic meteor shower is about to light up the sky above Sydney (and experts predict it will be the best in a century)
Here’s how to catch the Eta Asteroid Meteor Shower from Sydney
Josh Niland’s Saint Peter will reopen this July in the Grand National Hotel
The new-look Saint Peter will house an incredible 40-seat restaurant, a 30-seat bar and a 14-room boutique hotel
How to get tickets for Billie Eilish’s 2025 Sydney tour: presale, prices and everything you need to know
Clear your calendars! Billie is bringing Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour to Australia this summer
It’s official: Sydney is home to the world’s most Instagrammable restaurant
New Instagram research reveals the most-loved and viral restaurants across the globe – with one Sydney spot taking home the cake
Jetstar is dropping a massive 20th birthday ‘return for free’ sale on flights from Sydney across Australia (and the world)
You could fly from Sydney to thousands of domestic and international destinations – including Hawaii and Japan – and pay nothing for the return fare
Wet, wet, wet: Sydney's weather forecast says we're in for 7 days of rain
It might have taken a while, but it looks like the balmy summer weather is officially over in NSW
Latest food and drink reviews
Osteria il Coccia
Food exclusively cooked by fire and a warmth that has nothing to do with the flames is what you’ll find at this Italian coastal fine diner by Ettalong Beach
The Cowrie Restaurant
Perched on a hill overlooking the glittering ocean, the views from this Terrigal fine diner are as good as they get
The Royal Palace Seafood Restaurant
A sprawling seafood palace fills the gap left by the closure of Sydney institution Golden Century
Poetica Bar and Grill
With a dreamy dining room and expertly cooked woodfired proteins, Poetica is sure to light your fire
Latest theatre reviews
Into the Shimmering World
An impactful insight into Australian working class masculinity, Colin Friels and Kerry Armstrong star in this future classic
& Juliet
Fuelled with classic pop hits, this musical about Juliet’s quest for independence is Shakespeare on steroids
No Pay? No Way!
Marieke Hardy’s hilarious and starkly relevant farce is back for an encore season filled with fights, fascists, food and inflation at the Sydney Opera House
The President
Hugo Weaving gives a “fun performance” as the titular red-faced politician – but this co-production with Dublin’s top theatre company isn’t an easy watch
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Discover the hidden marvels of marine life and the remarkable woman who paved the way to better understanding marine conservation at Valerie Taylor: An...
Pampering yourself with a lavish staycation in the city is always a treat, but imagine how much better it would be if you didn’t have to spend a dime....
5 ways to experience Manly like a local
5 ways to experience Manly like a local
If you’re not lucky enough to be a local, Manly is the perfect getaway where you can find all the buzz of a popular beachside area, plus stunning natural...
The Ocean Photographer of the Year world premiere exhibition is being held in Sydney
The Ocean Photographer of the Year world premiere exhibition is being held in Sydney
Sea more at the Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition, which features more than 100 images from the world's best photographers at the Australian...
Sydney Streets come alive again on six weekends in 2024
Sydney Streets come alive again on six weekends in 2024
Hot on the heels of 2023’s wildly successful series of street celebrations, the City of Sydney is once again spreading the love for our local...
Win double passes to Opera Australia's West Side Story on the spectacular Sydney Harbour
Win double passes to Opera Australia's West Side Story on the spectacular Sydney Harbour
This March, experience the ultimate night out in Sydney and win one of six double passes to see Opera Australia's West Side Story. Enjoy a picturesque...
Latest film reviews
Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger
Martin Scorsese celebrates the art and artistry of British cinema’s greatest double act
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Geezers of Navarone’ is an ammo bag’s worth of breezy fun
Love Local: a local's guide to Sydney's suburbs
The CBD
Central Sydney is a one-stop-shop for the very best this city has to offer
Paddington
Wander Paddo's heritage terraced streets and discover great coffee, fine dining, and quirky enclaves
Chatswood
There's so much more to this culturally rich Northern suburb than just a Westfield
Parramatta
The geographical centre of Greater Sydney sits at the intersection of rich history and rapid development
Take action for the Earth
The faces of climate action in Sydney
Time Out spoke to some of the Sydneysiders mobilising against the threat of climate change.
10 ways to live a more eco-friendly life in Sydney
Small lifestyle changes can have a big effect, especially when everyone acts together.
Where to repair, reuse and up-cycle your stuff in Sydney
There classes all over Sydney that can teach your the skills that can give your stuff a second lease on life.
The best ethical shops in Sydney
It’s not always easy to shop ethically, but we’ve found a handful of local businesses that are putting people, animals and the environment first...
Escape the city
If getting out into nature is your jam, Sydney happens to be a world leader.
In NSW, you don’t need to travel far to make a couple of nights away feel like a proper holiday.
The most unusual holiday accommodation you can rent in Sydney and NSW
The most unusual holiday accommodation you can rent in Sydney and NSW
The kookiest, coolest, most whimsically odd places you can stay in Sydney and NSW.
The best outback and desert holiday destinations in NSW
The best outback and desert holiday destinations in NSW
Swap golden beaches for the red sands of these inland getaways.
14 gorgeous natural wonders worth a day trip from Sydney
14 gorgeous natural wonders worth a day trip from Sydney
We’ve cherry-picked a selection of the state's most beautiful nature spots that you can visit in a day and be back home by bedtime.
The best winter getaways from Sydney
The best winter getaways from Sydney
The most glorious cold-weather locations for you this chilly season.
From Time Out Brisbane
The best restaurants in Brisbane
Brisbane restaurants are a celebration of the city’s diversity
The best galleries in Brisbane
Find landscapes, portraits, prints, immersive installations and pioneering digital artworks
The best luxury hotels on the Gold Coast
Luxurious facilities, world-class dining and decadent pampering are in plentiful supply
The best weekend getaways in Brisbane
You don’t have to venture far from the River City to experience a mini-break that seems a long way from quotidian cares
Latest from around the world
The all-new ‘Icons’ category on the holiday rental platform includes some jaw-dropping destinations
The Eras Tour is finally landing in Europe – here’s all the essential info on the pop queen’s first shows in Paris
You can now book to spend the night in the Ferrari Museum in Italy
You can now book to spend the night in the Ferrari Museum in Italy
Airbnb’s new ‘Icons’ category offers the chance to lay your head in some legendary destinations
Venice’s new tourist tax has officially launched
Venice’s new tourist tax has officially launched
Italy’s latest attempt to fight overtourism is a fee on day-trippers to Venice at peak times
Has Milan really banned ice cream?
Has Milan really banned ice cream?
After-hours takeaways might soon face restrictions as the city battles late-night noise complaints
A brand new train route connecting some of Europe’s most exciting cities is launching next year
A brand new train route connecting some of Europe’s most exciting cities is launching next year
Founders of Dutch operator GoVolta hope to launch services by May 2025
The Eras Tour is finally landing in Europe – here’s all the essential info on the pop queen’s first shows in Paris
The Eras Tour is finally landing in Europe – here’s all the essential info on the pop queen’s first shows in Paris
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