Things To Do

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

We spoke to Joel Bennetts about his favourite spots to head on a date night with his girlfriend, Ophilia. 

Disaronno has teamed up with venues across Sydney to celebrate the Amaretto Sour in style.

Your guide to the best things to do in Sydney this weekend. 

Dinosaur Safari is back for school holiday adventures.

From casual Friday to Sunday lunch with the gals, good denim works for every occasion.

For those on the hunt for a cultural experience rich with all things history, people, stories, and nature, Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) should be top of the list. 

Summer might be wrapping up, but cocktail-fuelled catch-ups are here to stay.

Discover the best cafes, bakeries, restaurants, bars and pubs open in Sydney during the Easter long weekend this year.

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year. 

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

Harbourside rooftops, fancy seaside dining, and a few bucket list venues too, these are the best restaurants in Sydney for a long lunch. 

If you're feeling adventurous, you can also create your own unconventional concoction at the Pepsi Dirty Soda Shop.

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

This year, Vivid Sydney will run from Friday 23 May to Saturday 14 June, with the theme of "dream" running through the artworks, parties, feasts, pop-ups and more.

From the usual suspects like Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore to more unusual offerings like Haw Par Villa and Changi Jurassic Mile, here are the best things to do in Singapore.

Your guide to finding more soul-nourishing moments in 2025.

With this year marking the event’s 20th anniversary and its biggest program to date, Sydney Comedy Festival is set to roll into town for a month of cracking jokes. 

Your guide to what's happening in Sydney this week, the rest of April, and beyond.

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

Tucked away in Surry Hills, the Hollywood Quarter (HQ Sydney) is home to some of Sydney's hottest venues for films, LA-style cocktails, live music and DJs spinning vinyl.

Embracing the essence of Euro summer, we’ve partnered with the grazing board gurus at Sandhurst to add a dose of la dolce vita to your arvo plans this month.

We’ve joined forces with Sandhurst and Bondi’s vibey eatery Rocker to throw one last sunny Sunday sesh.

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

Singapore has so much to offer that even a short stopover becomes its own holiday. Uncover the hidden gems of this incredible country—you might just find that you want to stay longer. 

In 2025, we're all for ditching the routine overhaul and making small changes that stack up to a better year.

Whether you have a couple of hours airside transiting to your next destination or you’re lucky enough to make a day of it in Jewel, we’ve sorted your next layover at Changi Airport in Singapore.

 Plus, how to win your own big Aussie attraction.

Tucked away on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit nights where every bite and every hidden corner convinces you to stay a little longer. 

We're hosting a home buyers pop-up complete with an expert property panel, door prizes, DJs, and a stack of freebies. 

When you've maxed out your little treat budget for the week, recreating your fave over-the-top coffee at home can be the next best thing.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Expect a three-course meal, inventive minty cocktails, wine and conversation cards to get to know your new mates.

A gathering of salty locals, big time heroes and future legends.

It’s the most colourful event on Sydney’s cultural calendar—here's what's on for Mardi Gras 2025.

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

From situationships to first dates and catch-ups with your mates, here’s how to date differently in 2025. 

Beyond the parade and the parties, here's our hit list to help you dial up the vibes during Sydney Mardi Gras.

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

Sydney is a pretty romantic city, with water views galore, amazing restaurants and a burning love for a great cocktail—so of course it's packed with options for a perfect Valentine's Day.

Produced by creators for creators, this one-off weekend will feature inspiring keynotes, talks, and workshops from Australia's leaders in all things gram-worthy.

Sydney may take the cake for some of the best beaches in the world, but nestled around our coastline is also an epic line-up of next-level parks that are absolutely perfect for picnicking. 

Many of us start the year with ambitions to do better; it's the perfect opportunity for a reset. But this year, we're moving away from resolutions to realistic, sustainable, long-term changes. 

Orange FOOD Week will run between Friday 28 March and Sunday 6 April, with almost 50 events including dinners and lunches with well-known chefs, vineyard sessions, masterclasses and family-friendly fun.

Lawn bowls is basically an Australian rite of passage. And, thanks to the invention of barefoot bowls and our undying love of life's simple pleasures (cold beer and bistro food), the era of the trusty bowlo is not over yet. Here are all the best places to go barefoot bowling in Sydney.

From charming old-school cinemas to futuristic movie theatres and an outdoor cinema right on Sydney Harbour.

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

Sydney is celebrating Lunar New Year 2025 with epic banquets, luminous lanterns and cultural performances to welcome the Year of the Snake.

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Your go-to guide for maximising your time off in 2025. 

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

The Westpac OpenAir Cinema screen will be raised over Sydney Harbour in January and February 2025, returning for its 28th year of movies against an iconic Sydney backdrop.

There’s something fun on the agenda every single day, so dig out your social cal and start planning an epic day-out in Parramatta.

From the golden shores of Manly Beach to the tranquil beauty of Palm Beach, the Northern Beaches is a slice of paradise less than one hour from Sydney’s CBD. 

Everyone has an inner queen—and these Sydney drag shows are guaranteed to bring her out.

Whether you're a local looking for a dip or a tourist seeking sand between your toes, these are the best beaches in Sydney.

Sydney Festival 2025 spans more than 40 venues from Parramatta to Bondi, with over 50 free events.

We’ve sussed out everything you need to know to ensure you’re ready to hit the the ground running in 2025.

To guarantee you start 2025 in style, Urban List's roundup of Sydney's/Eora's best New Year's Eve and New Year's Day events has you covered.

Grab the goggles for the best spots to go snorkelling in Sydney.

Whether New Year’s Day is about recovery or relaxation, you can continue the celebrations at one of these venues on New Year’s Day.

To celebrate the release of Squid Game Season 2, Pink Guards have been wandering the shores of Melbourne and Sydney.

A mecca of good vibes, this beautiful sun-soaked spot is nestled within Sydney’s Olympic Park—a primo location for both Sydney locals and visitors you’re looking to impress. 

Jump in the car to catch the best Christmas lights in Sydney this year.

Together with the legends at BINGE, we're hosting exclusive movie screenings on gravy day.

Because Christmas Day is all about the food.

Camden Valley Inn is bringing the magic of a white Christmas to Sydney’s doorstep with daily snow flurries and a range of Christmas activities for the whole family to enjoy.

While Sydney definitely has its fair share of harbour bays, ocean pools and sparkly beaches, when the mercury rises, these places also draw huge crowds from far and wide.

PIER BAR has transformed their private pontoon into the ultimate harbourside destination for swimming, dining, or just relaxing this summer. 

This running rookie and his recent adventure of a lifetime are proof that a desire for positive change and a bit of initiative can take you a long way. 

Sydney has escape rooms with laser beams, escape rooms dated back to the 1900s, and even an escape room with just a 10 per cent success rate.

LUZIA by Cirque du Soleil is now on in Sydney, bringing thrilling circus disciplines including acrobatics, juggling, trapeze, hoop diving, puppetry, contortionism and more to the big top at The Entertainment Quarter.

Here it is folks, your dedicated guide to the best things to do in Sydney.

To celebrate their ‘Don’t Buy It, Flybuy It’ campaign, Flybuys is hosting their first-ever reward pop-up store in Paddington this weekend, and trust us when we say you don’t want to miss this.

Ah, Roma, who can resist the everlasting charm of the Eternal City? It’s a place where you’ll find old-world beauty at every turn, endless museums to explore, so many spirits to be sipped and cacio e pepe is always on the menu.

Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.

Whether for a fleeting wedding weekend or a pastry-encased treat on your way to Canberra, anyone who's spent time in Moss Vale knows it's the ideal place to explore, unwind, grab a bite, and spend some quality time with your chosen companions.

Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.

‘Tis officially the season.

Ready to book your next holiday on miles? Download the app and discover all the ways you can get the best bang—and miles—for your buck. 

One of Sydney's favourite summertime events, Moonlight Cinema is back for another season of balmy nights and movies under the stars.

No matter the health of your post-silly season wallet or your ability to swindle that extra week of leave, these 2025 travel trends will ensure that the next holiday in your calendar is one to remember.

Every city has something to offer, so we’ve leaned on our editors to give you those juicy, affordable recommendations.

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate. 

Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity habitat. To give you the best chance of clapping eyes on Hollywood’s rich and famous, we uncovered 10 of the top spots for VIP sightings. 

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

Scape Kingsford has combined art, culture, and sustainability to create an epic student hub in Sydney’s Kingsford. With the Artist in Residence Program, eco-friendly living, and diverse dining options, it's redefining student life as a vibrant, connected community.

Snacks begin with a refreshing hit of Sydney Rock Oysters, drenched with Roku Gin and tonic granita.

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

From Paddington to Glebe and the beautiful Botanic Garden, here are the best places in Sydney to take in the jacaranda trees this spring.

If you haven't ventured into the world of dry aged meat, you're missing out on one of the culinary world's best-kept secrets. 

Discover the best family-friendly activities in the Southern Highlands, from walking among the treetops at lllawarra Fly Treetop Adventures to meeting native wildlife at Shoalhaven Zoo. 

Winter’s finally packing up and the lure of an outdoor getaway has never been stronger.

Awash with breathtaking nature, rich in culture and boasting a stacked events calendar year-round, Orange is the dreamy destination you need to start planning your next getaway to. 

The first-of-its-kind Mov'in Bed Beach Cinema will transform Barangaroo's Harbour Park into a sandy city oasis, where 280 tonnes of white sand will be topped with a 5-metre 4K screen and 150 queen-size beds

The Inner West Ale Trail provides the ultimate gateway into Sydney’s craft beer scene, spanning 18 local breweries serving up 320+ unique brews within a five-kilometre radius. 

Over the next three-or-so months,  the Sydney Symphony Orchestra is is set to bless Sydney Opera House’s Concert Hall with a string of concerts to elevate your seasonal celebrations.

Discover I Maccheroni’s limited edition Lavazza Coffee and Chocolate Granita, with Italian Brioche, featuring Lavazza’s Tales Of Italy Capri blend. Indulge in this Italian dessert experience paired with any main dish for just $59 per person

Chase that weekend sunshine and take the scenic route on the best coastal walks in Sydney.

South by Southwest is returning to Australia for the second annual SXSW Sydney, with over 1000 events across the Tech & Innovation, Games, Music and Screen pillars in the calendar.

From musical theatre to monologues, comedy, and riveting drama, here are our top picks for the best theatre shows happening in Sydney in September.

We went digging to sort the timeless from the transient, so you can nail the top runway looks for this season and beyond.

Whip out the spreadsheet and make sure your passport’s valid, because Singapore Airlines is offering up flight deals to a heap of destinations for its Early Bird Fares sale. 

The Singapore Grand Prix is a goosebump-inducing event that transforms the already buzzing city into the ultimate adult’s playground. Trust us when we say you’re going to want to book in some annual leave and snag yourself a ticket.

If you’re up the top end of the Sunshine Coast and looking for things to do in the bustling hub that is Noosa, we’ve got you covered.

We’ve found the ultimate foodie festival for you to hit up this spring

To the delight of Melburnians and Sydneysiders, Westinghouse is back on its mission to serve free food to hungry crowds.

Score a free oat coffee in Melbourne or Sydney with Oatly’s "Support Your Local Oat Dealer" campaign. Find out where to get yours from Sept 16-22.

This month, more than 250 works from the visionary Czech artist will take over the Art Gallery of New South Wales for Alphonse Mucha: Spirit Of Nouveau, the biggest solo exhibition of the legendary artist's work in the Southern Hemisphere.

Check out the best camping spots in NSW guaranteed to give you a front-row seat to nature.

Get those boots on to explore NSW's stunning scenery on Sydney's best hikes and walks.

Thirsty Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier with a slew of freaking delicious cocktails on offer this month—even better, we’ve got the inside scoop on how you can score a tipple on the house.

From soulful jams to high-energy beats, we've curated a handpicked selection of the hottest gigs happening in Sydney in September.

The vibes in Noosa are immaculate and the dishes are bucket list-worthy.

With a forecast of crisp sunny days and good times on the agenda, there’s endless places to play and stay in this literal slice of paradise.

Leave with a full-size bottle of the exclusive Roku x Grandiflora Sakura Bloom Edition fragrance—a rare keepsake, with only 500 bottles ever made.

Here's how to treat the old man for Father's Day in Sydney.

Marking the end of Broome's pearl harvest season when the fortunes of the pearl farmer are told, Shinju Matsuri celebrates this unique blend of cultures with a jam-packed schedule of events in August. 

Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses, has landed at the Gallery Of Modern Art (GOMA) and it’s jaw-droppingly good, so there’s never been a better time to book a sneaky getaway to our northern neighbour.