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Free things to do in Sydney
No-spend weekends in Sydney — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
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Top spots in Sydney
Manly Ferry & Beach
FamilyManly
30-minute ferry from Circular Quay — beach, surf school, fish & chips.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
OutdoorsEastern Suburbs
6 km cliff-edge path past Tamarama and Bronte — best at sunrise.
Royal Botanic Garden
OutdoorsCBD
Harbour-side park with Mrs Macquarie's Chair — the postcard angle.
Sydney Opera House
CultureBennelong Point
Take the backstage tour or just watch the sails change colour at dusk.
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- Standouts right now: Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Garden. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Sydney and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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