Things to do in Sydney, New South Wales: The Best Outdoor Activities

January 20, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Sydney offers plenty of historical and contemporary Australian flavor. The marvelous Sydney Opera House looks like a great origami sailboat, floating peacefully in a harbor. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets of The Rocks and then take in a street performance on the Circular Quay before heading into the Museum of Contemporary Art. The views from the Sydney Tower Eye observatory are epic – use this chance to get to know the layout of the city from high above.
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1. Expedition Dive

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Expedition Dive

Exploring the oceans of Sydney and the world! Expedition Dive is a full service Scuba Diving School and Dive Shop. PADI Courses | Guided Diving | Boat excursions | Scuba Equipment Sales & Repair | Dive Club Guided Diving Explore sydney's underwater oasis and amazing diversity of marine species. A guide will take you to places you have never seen before, 50+ dive sites to choose from! Amazing!

2. Emu Trekkers

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Emu Trekkers

Emu Trekkers is Australia’s first 100% not-for-profit, outdoor adventure tour operator ​run entirely by volunteers. Our mission is to offer adventurous hiking tours to the public around Sydney and the Blue Mountains and use the proceeds to support the education, healthcare and welfare of disadvantaged children and youth. Our motto: Hike Australia. Help Kids!

3. Local Travel Planner

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Local Travel Planner

Local Travel Planner was created to showcase Sydney’s natural wonders and vibrant culture. Led by friendly, knowledgeable guides, our experiences take you a step beyond the typical in a small group of no more than 12 curious travellers. Find more information, check availability and book your tour direct on our website localtravelplanner.com.

4. Blue Diamond Tours

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Blue Diamond Tours

Blue Mountains All Inclusive Tour is a Luxury Personalised Small Group Tour in a Mercedes Benz MAX 16 People!! Blue Mountains Tours is a family owned & operated business, providing you with the Ultimate Blue Mountains experience away from the crowds. Blue Mountain All Inclusive Tour includes... *Complimentary Hotel Pick Up from most CBD Hotels *Scenic World Rides/ This includes three rides, skyway, railway, cableway and a walk in the rainforest. *Enjoy a Hot filling Lunch with 6 menu options including a glass Soft Drink, Tea or Coffee *Featherdale Wildlife Park Entry *Ferry return to Circular Quay where tour concludes at approx 4.30 - 5pm. Our Blue Mountains Tours are also available for private charters to the Blue Mountains, City Tour or anything else you would like. Blue Diamond Tours and its professional guides is the best way to visit the Blue Mountains or city in our Luxury Mercedes Sprinters or VW Multivan. With over 10 Years of Guiding Excellence.

5. Sydney Architecture Walks

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Sydney Architecture Walks

We are architects and we want to share Sydney with you. We organise intimate walking and bicycle tours that are open to the general public. We also arrange private / customised architectural tours and itineraries on request. Taking the form of a series of urban provocations, our conversations are straightforward and jargon-free exercises in story telling. Aimed at the expert-enthusiast, we want you to understand the 'why' of the city whilst exploring the most provocative and daring projects Sydney houses; works of contemporary architecture, public art and landscape that inspire and delight but also projects that reveal something of Sydney's grimy pulse. We are interested in ideas and in the drivers of city; the vibrant network of invisible forces - political, cultural, economic and environmental that give the city form. Get stung by architecture. Sydney will never look the same again. Promise!

6. Oz Jet Boating Sydney Harbour

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Oz Jet Boating Sydney Harbour

Oz Jet Boating operate AWESOME thrill rides on Sydney Harbour. Their state-of-the-art jet boats can perform amazing spins, stunts and slides. The 1/2 hour experience takes in some of Sydney Harbour's most famous icons including The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, Watson's Bay and Taronga Zoo. The ride combines amazing sightseeing with jet boating to be one of the most exciting ways to experience Sydney Harbour!

7. Sydney Wildlife Tours - Day Tours

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Sydney Wildlife Tours - Day Tours

G'day mate! My name is John Oliver and I am the tour guide for Sydney Wildlife Tours and I am here to tell you about our unique family business. We are the small-group Wildlife Tour specialists and we offer you a choice of amazing and affordable tours. Our motto is "taking you to places nobody else goes" and we pride ourselves on visiting places most visitors to Sydney and Australia have never heard of and would otherwise have never had the chance to see. Many visitors are only aware of, and visit, such a small percentage of what this incredible coastline has to offer, and are often restricted to where other Tour companies take them. This is why we created Sydney Wildlife Tours - to show people that there is so much more to Sydney and New South Wales than just the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Bondi Beach, Blue Mountains and the Hunter Valley. We take no more than 10 people on a tour to ensure a quality and personalized experience at all times. On a tour with Sydney Wildlife Tours you will see and experience some truly amazing things. We have Tours to suit people of all ages, tastes and fitness levels. Some of the experiences you can choose from on our tours include; Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises, Hiking through National Parks, hanging out with Kangaroos, Koalas, Wombats, Wallabies and native Australian Birds, along with an amazing Wine Tour. We offer a choice of one day and two day Tours and our Tours include everything - hotel pick-ups, delicious meals, snacks, refreshments, accommodation (on two day tours) and entry fees to all attractions. When you go on a trip with Sydney Wildlife Tours there are no added costs, and we pride ourselves on offering unbeatable value for money. We also provide private and highly customized Tours for the ultimate in exclusivity. Read our customer reviews here on TripAdvisor then browse through our website to see what we have to offer and come with us on a unique Australian experience you will never forget.

8. Annawombat Bike Tours

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Annawombat Bike Tours

Take one of our tours to see all the major sights of Sydney. While riding leisurely along quite streets and parks you will see and get some information to the major sights of Sydney. Unlike other operators our tours are the most personal and unique here in Sydney as we only take a maximum of 6 persons on a trip. There are lots of stops where you get the opportunity to take a great photo! Choose from the Quick & Easy Tour, Sunset Tour or a Private Tour.

9. Blue Ribbon Day Tours - Blue Mountain Tours

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Blue Ribbon Day Tours - Blue Mountain Tours

Tours around Sydney ,specialising in the Blue Mountains by mini bus - personalised service with FREE accommodation pick ups.We are a local Australian family using Australian drivers fully experienced. Our tours take you to some of Australia's most breathtaking scenery in the Blue mountains World Heritage park. Suitable for tourists and locals of all age groups. Providing interesting talks along the way.Our bus is airconditioned with high back comfortable seating and with no more than 20 people.Tour operates every day of the year and the phone is available 24 hours. You will experience invigorating fresh mountain air, incredible wildlife, spectacular panoramic views of canyons, sandstone cliffs and formations over 300 million years old. Our tour is high quality offering excellent value for your money. We pride ourselves in being locals providing a unique and memorable Australian experience. We also offer PRIVATE TOURS for a more personal experience.

10. Colorful Collective Travel

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Colorful Collective Travel

Visit our website for more info | Hunter Valley Wine Tours | Private Hunter Valley Wine Tours | Private Sydney Day Tours + Private Blue Mountains Tours Small group, 5 star rated premium day trips to the Hunter Valley with departures from Sydney and the Hunter Valley, plus bespoke charter options

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