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Discover tours and experiences in Sydney. The best events, attractions and things to do from the City of Sydney’s official event guide.

Clearview Christmas Party Cruises

Clearview Christmas Party Cruises

Celebrate with your group aboard a premium glass boat with deluxe menus, unlimited drinks & festive add-ons.
29 Nov 2025
Magistic Christmas Party Cruises

Magistic Christmas Party Cruises

Harbour views. Multi-cuisine buffet meal. Unlimited beverages. Festive Christmas add-ons.
29 Nov 2025
Showboat Christmas Party Cruises

Showboat Christmas Party Cruises

Live cabaret show + 3-course gourmet dinner + unlimited drinks + festive add ons
29 Nov 2025
Canopy of Light

Canopy of Light

Transforming Pitt Street Mall
Today 6pm to 11.55pm
Guided tours of Susannah Place museum

Guided tours of Susannah Place museum

Through intimate guided tours, we tell the stories of everyday families who helped shape Sydney.
Today 10am to 5pm
Aqua Sculpt – Outdoor Floating Sound Bath Meditation

Aqua Sculpt – Outdoor Floating Sound Bath Meditation

Immerse yourself into a sound bath like no other and drift into pure relaxation on the sea.
Today 11pm to 12.30am
Chinatown – Street food & stories guided food tour

Chinatown – Street food & stories guided food tour

Sample a range of regional Chinese snacks while discovering Chinatown's secrets
Today 11.30am to 2pm
Christmas High Tea at Shangri-La

Christmas High Tea at Shangri-La

Your festive cheer served one tantalising tier at a time
Today 11am to 4.30pm
Christmas Party Cruise

Christmas Party Cruise

Stunning harbour views + gourmet meal + unlimited beverages + festive add-ons + attractive offers
Today 12.15pm to 10.15pm
Discover Oxford Street walking tour with Wonder Mama

Discover Oxford Street walking tour with Wonder Mama

Join Wonder Mama on her fabulous walking tour of Sydney's LGBTQIA+ hub
Today 10am to 1.30pm
Floating Christmas Tree

Floating Christmas Tree

The perfect backdrop for your festive photos and magical moments this Christmas.
Today 12am to 1pm
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience
Today 9.30am to 5.30pm
Guided highlights tour: Anzac Memorial

Guided highlights tour: Anzac Memorial

Discover the personal stories, stunning Art Deco architecture and commemorative symbolism behind the Anzac Memorial.
Today 10am to 11am
Guided walks

Guided walks

Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll
Today 10.30am to 12pm
Historic walking tours of Watsons Bay

Historic walking tours of Watsons Bay

Join us on a fascinating tour that unearths the rich secrets some of Sydney's most historical suburbs
Today 10am to 11.30am
Make your own resin D&D dice workshop

Make your own resin D&D dice workshop

Craft your own D&D dice in this resin art class! All materials are included, and no experience is needed
Today 7pm to 8.30pm
Market City transforms into a Christmas wonderland

Market City transforms into a Christmas wonderland

This Christmas, Market City will turn into an interactive naughty and nice playground
Today 12pm to 10pm
Mind Games: Art Alive

Mind Games: Art Alive

Designed for ages four and up, Mind Games: Art Alive offers more than 60 mind-bending installations
Today 10am to 8pm
Naughty or Nice? Come Find Out at Market City!

Naughty or Nice? Come Find Out at Market City!

Follow the festive trail and discover your place on Santa’s list—plus FREE Santa photos. Open daily, even Christmas Day.
Today 9am to 10pm
Spanish speaking City Tour - Sydney Auténtico

Spanish speaking City Tour - Sydney Auténtico

Discover Sydney's history with a fun & knowledgeable guide throught the city centre, in Spanish
Today 10.30pm to 12.45pm
Stories under the fig tree

Stories under the fig tree

Books celebrating First Nations languages, and cultures.
Today 12pm to 5pm
Street Eats Harbour Treats

Street Eats Harbour Treats

Dynamic city orientation tour, featuring history, architecture, a delicious foodie stop & sunset harbour cruise to finish
Today 2pm to 5pm
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour

Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour

Explore the city on a comfortable and informative tour, traveling in a climate-controlled bus with experienced guide.
Today 10am to 1.30pm
Sydney Harbour & Fish Markets Sightseeing Cruise

Sydney Harbour & Fish Markets Sightseeing Cruise

Explore Sydney Harbour’s icons & the lively new Fish Markets on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise.
Today 11.30am to 3pm
Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks

Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks

Discover Sydney's history, secrets and art hiding in plain sight
Today 10.30am to 1pm
Tabletop games afternoon, 16 years +

Tabletop games afternoon, 16 years +

Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city
Today 12.30pm to 3.30pm
The Rocks Ghost Tour

The Rocks Ghost Tour

A two hour evening walking tour which looks into the darker side of The Rocks
Today 7.45pm to 9.45pm
Adventure clues: Secret Sydney hunt

Adventure clues: Secret Sydney hunt

Explore Sydney’s hidden laneways in a series of fun cryptic clues with Adventure Cues
Today 7pm to 10.59am
Adventure Clues: Unlock The Rocks

Adventure Clues: Unlock The Rocks

Explore Australia's most historic area the fun way in a series of fun cryptic clues
Today 7pm to 6.59pm
Christmas Party Cruises

Christmas Party Cruises

Save Up To $36pp On Christmas Party Lunch & Dinner Cruises
Today 12.15pm to 10.15pm
Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Santa is coming to the Summit and you can meet him for an iconic festive photo atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Today 12am to 11am
Twistmas Town at South Eveleigh

Twistmas Town at South Eveleigh

This December, step into the magic of Twistmas Town, a festive playground with a touch of the unexpected.
Tomorrow
Bush school: Connect children to nature

Bush school: Connect children to nature

Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
2 Dec 2025
Expressive watercolour techniques and mini paintings

Expressive watercolour techniques and mini paintings

Celebrate queer joy and find your creative spark in this beginner-friendly art workshop.
2 Dec 2025
Lindesay After Dark

Lindesay After Dark

Uncover the stories of the past at a special after dark tour of this stunning Georgian property
2 Dec 2025
Owen Rye: A Review

Owen Rye: A Review

Solo exhibition of recent and rare ceramic works
2 Dec 2025
Sydney CBD Secret Bar Crawl with Stories

Sydney CBD Secret Bar Crawl with Stories

Join Sydney's most unique nightlife - focusing on the best bars in Sydney's city centre.
2 Dec 2025
Weekly day trip

Weekly day trip

Everyone is welcome to join the Kings Cross Community Centre day trip for a great day out of town.
3 Dec 2025
Life Drawing on Wednesday

Life Drawing on Wednesday

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery
3 Dec 2025
Social Dungeons & Dragons

Social Dungeons & Dragons

Come along to a cosy Sydney pub for a D&D session run by a professional Dungeon Master.
4 Dec 2025
Spirits of The Rocks: Sydney’s Dark Past

Spirits of The Rocks: Sydney’s Dark Past

Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law
4 Dec 2025
The Rocks & Circular Quay Secret Bar Tour with stories

The Rocks & Circular Quay Secret Bar Tour with stories

Drink and discover on Sydney's best nightlife tour - focusing on the Rocks and Circular Quay every Thursday night.
4 Dec 2025
Sydney Bar Crawl

Sydney Bar Crawl

Experience the best of Sydney’s nightlife and meet new friends from all around the world on the Sydney Bar Crawl!
5 Dec 2025
Cockle Bay Christmas Spectacular

Cockle Bay Christmas Spectacular

From jet-ski Santas and marching bands to a spectacular fireworks show, don't miss this Christmas celebration!
6 Dec 2025
AAA Sydney city walk

AAA Sydney city walk

Starting at Customs House, you will discover some of Sydney's CBD architectural masterpieces with a trained AAA guide
6 Dec 2025
Early Birds

Early Birds

Autism and sensory-friendly mornings
6 Dec 2025
Festive workshops at Vaucluse House

Festive workshops at Vaucluse House

Join us for a series of workshops and tours of this majestic property that will get you in the festive spirit.
6 Dec 2025
Five Dock “Little Italy” Food Tour

Five Dock “Little Italy” Food Tour

Discover the delicious flavours of Sydney’s Little Italy in an immersive food tour
6 Dec 2025
Life Drawing Saturday morning

Life Drawing Saturday morning

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery
6 Dec 2025
Secrets of the City Circle walking tour

Secrets of the City Circle walking tour

Discover hidden gems and untold stories of the city's train stations
6 Dec 2025
Sydney city historic walking tour

Sydney city historic walking tour

Showcasing stunning buildings, captivating sights, and tales of Indigenous leaders, convicts, and Sydney's underground.
6 Dec 2025
Surry Hills and Darlinghurst Secret Bars & Stories Tour

Surry Hills and Darlinghurst Secret Bars & Stories Tour

Drink and discover on Sydney's best nightlife tour! Perfect for locals, this is a fun and unique night out.
6 Dec 2025
Curator tours: Outdoor sculptures

Curator tours: Outdoor sculptures

Gain insight into artworks ‘Ancient Feelings’ and ‘Bent Forms #1–#4’ at the Museum of Contemporary Art
7 Dec 2025
Gong Bath at Soul Agenda Yoga & Pilates

Gong Bath at Soul Agenda Yoga & Pilates

Deeply relax in this unique experience, a special Gong Bath at legendary Soul Agenda Yoga & Pilates in Balmain
7 Dec 2025
Introduction to Japanese tea ceremony workshop

Introduction to Japanese tea ceremony workshop

Experience the elegance of Chado in our Japanese tea ceremony workshop, where tradition and mindfulness meet
7 Dec 2025
Kokedama Moss Balls Workshop

Kokedama Moss Balls Workshop

Come and craft beautiful kokedama plant balls in Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse makerspace!
7 Dec 2025
Manual Mode Made Easy workshop

Manual Mode Made Easy workshop

Learn an easy method to go from auto mode to manual mode on your camera.
7 Dec 2025
Rhys & Joel Family Christmas 2025

Rhys & Joel Family Christmas 2025

It’s beginning to look a lot ike Christmas. A time to cherish loved ones? Ew, no thanks.
7 Dec 2025
Visible Mending with Leah Giblin at Susannah Place

Visible Mending with Leah Giblin at Susannah Place

Join MHNSW curator Anna Cossu and clothing and textile artist Leah Giblin, for a fascinating visible mending workshop.
7 Dec 2025
MCA Art Play

MCA Art Play

Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.
8 Dec 2025
Speed Dating Neutral Bay | Ages 55-69

Speed Dating Neutral Bay | Ages 55-69

Encounter Dating are hosting a Sydney Speed Dating event for singles aged 55-69 at The Oaks Hotel in Neutral Bay.
9 Dec 2025
Festive Christmas Clay Ornaments and Tea Light Workshop

Festive Christmas Clay Ornaments and Tea Light Workshop

Create your own custom clay ornaments and a tea light holder for the festive season!
10 Dec 2025
Santa Maria Novella festive masterclass

Santa Maria Novella festive masterclass

Experience Florentine luxury and discover the heritage of the oldest apothecary through fragrance, skincare & homewares
10 Dec 2025
Bondi Beach Christmas Markets

Bondi Beach Christmas Markets

Festive mix of food and gifts set against iconic Bondi Beach
12 Dec 2025
Phantom Pursuit: Sydney Investigation Tour

Phantom Pursuit: Sydney Investigation Tour

Join us on a paranormal tour hunting for ghosts, poltergeists and strange encounters of the supernatural kind.
12 Dec 2025
Singles Party | Ages 26-45

Singles Party | Ages 26-45

Complimentary drink on arrival, a fun icebreaker and lots of awesome prizes
12 Dec 2025
Chandon Harbour Long Lunch

Chandon Harbour Long Lunch

Step aboard 'The Jackson' - Sydney Harbour's ultimate superyacht for Sydney’s best bottomless long lunch.
13 Dec 2025
The New Writers’ Sprint

The New Writers’ Sprint

Unlock your imagintion, reflection, connection, beyond journalling
13 Dec 2025
Once upon a crime in Paddington - A history walking tour

Once upon a crime in Paddington - A history walking tour

A twisted true crime exploration of Paddington's peculiar past, terrace lined streets and historic corner pubs
14 Dec 2025
Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Royal Botanic Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
15 Dec 2025
The Hooligans

The Hooligans

Exhibition at White Rabbit Gallery
19 Dec 2025
Santas Christmas Picnic

Santas Christmas Picnic

Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Santa's Christmas Picnic!
20 Dec 2025
Stardust & Divinity – Opera Gala

Stardust & Divinity – Opera Gala

An opera gala exploring timeless myths through music from Monteverdi, Gluck, Dvořák, Gounod and Wagner.
20 Dec 2025
Santa's studio

Santa's studio

Your little elves can create beautiful Christmas crafts and presants
22 Dec 2025
Christmas at Blackbird Cafe

Christmas at Blackbird Cafe

Make this Christmas Day extra special by celebrating at Blackbird Cafe.
24 Dec 2025
Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar

Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar

Come together with loved ones to celebrate with a decadent three-course dinner
25 Dec 2025
Boxing Day Cruises: Watch the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Boxing Day Cruises: Watch the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Front row seats to watch the race start in the harbour and chase the fleet out of the heads!
26 Dec 2025
Art Café Creative Workshop

Art Café Creative Workshop

Welcome to Art Café, where creativity is always on the menu.
28 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Regal

New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Regal

Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Regal with buffet dining, free-flowing drinks, and front-row fireworks views.
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve: Sydney Harbour YHA's Rooftop Event

New Year's Eve: Sydney Harbour YHA's Rooftop Event

Ring in 2026 with this exclusive Rocks rooftop party & enjoy the best harbour views in the city.
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye

New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye

Elevate your New Year! Celebrate NYE above the city with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, 250m high!
31 Dec 2025
Celebrate NYE at Tayim

Celebrate NYE at Tayim

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Tayim in The Rocks with an evening of flavour, warmth and festive cheer.
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Karisma 2

New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Karisma 2

Celebrate NYE on Karisma 2 with all-inclusive dining, drinks, DJ entertainment and spectacular fireworks views.
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Royale

New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Cruise: Royale

Ring in 2026 aboard Royale - a family friendly inclusive NYE cruise with front-row views of 9pm and midnight fireworks.
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve at Bennie’s Cafe & Bistro Circular Quay

New Year’s Eve at Bennie’s Cafe & Bistro Circular Quay

If you’re looking for an exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration with a view this year, head to Bennie’s Cafe Circular Quay.
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve at Luna Lu & Bar Lulu 2025

New Year's Eve at Luna Lu & Bar Lulu 2025

This New Year's Eve take a front-row seat at Luna Lu and Bar Lulu and see Sydney glitz into 2026.
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve at Oborozuki

New Year’s Eve at Oborozuki

Welcome the New Year in style at Oborozuki, with Sydney's most exclusive views of the fireworks
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve at Pearl

New Year's Eve at Pearl

Celebrate NYE in Style | Banquet Experience - $249 per person
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise

New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise

Watch the spectacular midnight fireworks in a prime position on Sydney Harbour
31 Dec 2025
New Years Eve at Como Italian 2025

New Years Eve at Como Italian 2025

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Como Italian - exquisite dining, harbour views, and front-row fireworks
31 Dec 2025
Sydney Harbour New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise 2025

Sydney Harbour New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise 2025

6-hour all-inclusive New Year’s Eve cruise with 360° rooftop views, roaming canapés, open bar & DJ. Limited tickets
31 Dec 2025
Sydney New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise – all inclusive

Sydney New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise – all inclusive

Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour and enjoy the fireworks, with food and drinks included
31 Dec 2025
Sydney’s Official New Year’s Eve Pass - NYE Sydney Pass 2025

Sydney’s Official New Year’s Eve Pass - NYE Sydney Pass 2025

Exclusive access to Sydney's top NYE venues near fireworks spots with one pass – The Rocks, Sydney CBD & Darling Harbour
31 Dec 2025
The Ultimate NYE 2026 Pub Crawl

The Ultimate NYE 2026 Pub Crawl

Bring in the new year and party the night away on our biggest pub crawl of the year
31 Dec 2025
Hidden Sydney Tour for International Students

Hidden Sydney Tour for International Students

Join us for a fun and relaxed walking tour through Sydney’s hidden laneways.
3 Jan 2026
Youth school holiday program January 2026

Youth school holiday program January 2026

Join our daily activities for high school students, ages 13 to 18
6 Jan 2026
Waterworld Central Sydney 2026

Waterworld Central Sydney 2026

Summer fun is back and bigger than ever! Waterworld Central, Australia’s largest inflatable waterpark is returning!
9 Jan 2026
The Rocks to Barangaroo: Layers of Sydney

The Rocks to Barangaroo: Layers of Sydney

Enjoy a 2-hour walk with a trained guide and see how heritage and contemporary architecture co-exist in harmony
11 Jan 2026
Tour & High Tea at Parliament House

Tour & High Tea at Parliament House

Indulge in an afternoon of elegance and history at the Parliament of NSW.
16 Jan 2026
Walk through time

Walk through time

Enjoy a 2-hour walk visiting landmark Sydney city buildings with a very knowledgeable AAA volunteer tour guide
23 Jan 2026
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
26 Jan 2026
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
26 Jan 2026
Painting course: Watercolour

Painting course: Watercolour

Visual artist Matteo Bernasconi shares his extensive knowledge of painting
2 Feb 2026
Oil Painting Course 3 February - 5 weeks

Oil Painting Course 3 February - 5 weeks

5 weeks oil painting course - Learn how to paint with Matteo Bernasconi
3 Feb 2026
First Nations History Tours, The Block

First Nations History Tours, The Block

Biennale of Sydney: Picking Up The Pieces – First Nations History Tours, The Block
22 Mar 2026
April 2026 lunch special at NSW Parliament House

April 2026 lunch special at NSW Parliament House

Explore the Contemporary Australian Best Restaurant - NSW Winner at NSW Parliament House
1 Apr 2026
Wagner: Das Rheingold

Wagner: Das Rheingold

Australian premiere of Jonathan Dove & Graham Vick’s chamber Das Rheingold — a thrilling Ring Cycle opener in concert.
24 Apr 2026
Small Group NYE cruise on luxury motor yacht Silver Spirit

Small Group NYE cruise on luxury motor yacht Silver Spirit

Enjoy luxury on Sydney Harbour, free flowing champagne, fine wine, onboard chef and the best views
31 Dec 2026