Sometimes Sydney is said to be the most expensive city in Australia. However it’s not impossible to have a great time and save money in the process. Plan out some of the free activities that Sydney has to offer, to fill your days with fun, entertainment and excitement. So let’s take a look into what free activities the beautiful city of Sydney has to offer.
Hiking the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains are located in the central area of the Sydney Basin and contains a ton of hiking trails for people of all activity levels. You can take a short walk, or a long intense full day hike, whatever your fancy may be. Take a look here for more information on getting to the Blue Mountains.
Participate in a Free Walking Tour with I’m Free
I’m Free Tours offer free walking tours daily from about 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. During these three free hours, you will learn all about the history of Sydney.
Take a Trip Across the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Taking a trip across the Sydney Harbor Bridge is a popular activity for many people, both local and tourists. The bridge was first opened on March 19, 1932 this was after 6 full years of construction. It’s a historic landmark that should not be missed.
Gain a Cultural Experience at the Museum
The National Museum of Australia is free to enter and helps to give insight into the people, land and culture. The Rocks Discovery Museum is also free and tells the in depth story of The Rocks area all the way beginning with it’s pre-European Days. On the first Thursday of the month, it’s free to go into the Australian National Maritime Museum.
Take a Stroll Through the Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens features a large selection of natural trails and sites like that of the Oriental Garden or the Rare and Threatened Plants Garden. It is located along the famous Sydney Harbor, and if you are interested in a free guided tour, they start at 10:30 daily until 1:30 Monday through Friday.
As you can see there are so many free things to do in Sydney that you can fill an entire day with simply one of them. Plan out your next outing by including one or more of these free options and you will have a great time!
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