Experience world-class arts at Sydney Festival
Sydney, Australia • INR 4312 - INR 11500 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedSydney, Australia
• INR 4312 - INR 11500Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
20°C – 26°C, warm to hot temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall, high crowds, peak season
20°C – 26°C, warm to hot temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Venues are wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Venues are wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Value for money
Medium
Ticket prices vary, but free events offer good value.
Ticket prices vary, but free events offer good value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the diverse events and the vibrant atmosphere for a memorable date night.
Cultural Delight
Visitors felt the festival offered a perfect blend of culture and entertainment.
Amazing Shows
Travelers raved about the high-quality performances, especially 'Siegfried & Roy'.
Crowd Issues
Some couples found the large crowds at free events overwhelming and less intimate.
Pricey Tickets
Travelers noted that premium tickets for certain shows could be quite expensive.
Limited Privacy
Couples felt that some venues lacked intimate spaces for a romantic experience.
Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
20-26°C
Warm temperatures with a higher chance of rainfall compared to January.
Warm temperatures with a higher chance of rainfall compared to January.
Open
While demand is still high, availability improves compared to January.
While demand is still high, availability improves compared to January.
Recommended
February offers warm weather suitable for outdoor activities. Although the Sydney Festival concludes in January, other events and the ongoing summer season maintain moderate crowd levels. Prices remain elevated, but availability is better than in January.
February offers warm weather suitable for outdoor activities. Although the Sydney Festival concludes in January, other events and the ongoing summer season maintain moderate crowd levels. Prices remain elevated, but availability is better than in January.
March
MEDIUM
19-24°C
Mild temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall.
Mild temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall.
Open
Better availability as the peak tourist season winds down.
Better availability as the peak tourist season winds down.
Recommended
March marks the transition from summer to autumn, offering pleasant weather and fewer tourists. This period provides a more relaxed experience with improved availability and more reasonable prices.
March marks the transition from summer to autumn, offering pleasant weather and fewer tourists. This period provides a more relaxed experience with improved availability and more reasonable prices.
April
LOW
16-22°C
Cooler temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall.
Cooler temperatures with a moderate chance of rainfall.
Open
High availability with fewer tourists visiting the city.
High availability with fewer tourists visiting the city.
Recommended
April offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, making it ideal for visitors seeking a more tranquil experience. With lower prices and high availability, it's a great time to explore Sydney's attractions without the hustle and bustle of peak tourist seasons.
April offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, making it ideal for visitors seeking a more tranquil experience. With lower prices and high availability, it's a great time to explore Sydney's attractions without the hustle and bustle of peak tourist seasons.
May
MEDIUM
12-20°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
No significant restrictions.
No significant restrictions.
Recommended
May marks the beginning of autumn in Sydney, offering mild temperatures and moderate rainfall. The city hosts Vivid Sydney, an annual festival featuring outdoor light installations and performances, attracting both locals and tourists.
May marks the beginning of autumn in Sydney, offering mild temperatures and moderate rainfall. The city hosts Vivid Sydney, an annual festival featuring outdoor light installations and performances, attracting both locals and tourists.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes, including Route 441 from York Street, stop near the Art Gallery of NSW. Key stops are "Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Rd" and "Art Gallery Rd opp Art Gallery of NSW".
Metro
Recommended
The Sydney Metro M1 line serves Martin Place Station, a short walk from the Art Gallery of NSW.
Train
Recommended
St James Station and Martin Place Station are the closest train stations, both a 10-minute walk from the Art Gallery of NSW.
Bike
Bike parking racks are available along Art Gallery Road. Sydney has a network of cycleways for cyclists.
Car
The Domain is accessible via major roads. Parking is available at The Domain Car Park (St Marys Road) and metered street parking.
Ferry
Ferries arrive at Circular Quay, a 16-29 minute walk through the Royal Botanic Garden or a short train ride to St James Station.
Shuttle
Complimentary shuttle buses may operate during major events, such as the Handa Opera, from the Domain Car Park to the venue.
Taxi
Taxis and rideshares can drop off and pick up on Art Gallery Road near the Art Gallery entrance.
Walking
The venue is easily reachable on foot from the CBD, approximately a 5-minute walk from Macquarie Street or Hyde Park.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
