Boxing Day in Sydney holds a lot of potential for fun, exploration or just some serious downtime after the most hectic time of the year. It can be really easy to get stuck in a same-same routine every year when Boxing Day rolls around, but this can be a bit of a waste when you live in a city as beautiful and exciting as Sydney! If you’re looking to shake things up a little, but you’re not quite sure where to start, read on! Here are a few of the very best activities to get up to this Boxing Day…
Sydney to Hobart
The Sydney to Hobart race is iconic, and watching the boats set off on a clear, warm Boxing Day morning is the perfect way to ring in the day! There’s always a great, cheerful atmosphere, whether you’re seated at the harbour or you’re chilling out in a park with a great view. Bring along a few beverages, snacks and remember your sun protection, you’ll have a fabulous Boxing Day morning.
Bridge Climb
Yes, you can climb the Harbour Bridge on Boxing Day if your heart desires! For a lot of us, all the (admittedly amazing) Sydney tourist attractions go untouched. Let this year be the year that you engage with your city and experience it to the fullest! The view of the harbour, the clear open sky – could there be a better way to see the city? Treat yourself with a Bridge Climb to get seriously excited about the tail end of this festive season.
Chilled Out Drinks
Sydney has some great outdoor bars to head to for a casual drink. Try local institutions like The Oaks or The Sheath. Or, if you feel like getting in amongst the action, head to Squires Landing or The Opera Bar – you’ll be able to see the whole harbour whilst you soak up the sun at your social drinks.
Head to the Movies
With the festive season comes great movies, always! Once you get past that pre-Christmas lead-up, you’ll find that some of the biggest movies of the year are released on Boxing Day. This is great if you want a calm, cool activity to get up to with the entire family. You’ll stay out of the sun whilst you enjoy something truly entertaining.
Float on the Harbour
We’re lucky to live in a city that is surrounded by water, so why not head out onto the harbour this Boxing Day? Whether you hop on a private boat, a Sydney Harbour Ferry or a special events cruise, you’ll enjoy yourself to no end. There are loads of great options when you’re looking for a Boxing Day cruise in Sydney, you can grab yourself a ticket that comes with drinks, food and a first-class view too!
Picnic in the Park
You can never, ever go wrong with a classic picnic in the park! Set up somewhere with a gorgeous view and a great atmosphere, you’re guaranteed to have a day that you’ll remember forever. Pack a few light snacks, bring a cooler for the wine and kick back for a calm and scenic afternoon in the sunshine.
These are just some of the ways that you can spend your upcoming Boxing Day in this beautiful city. Feeling inspired? Thought so! Get exploring, check out upcoming movies, scout picnic spots and do some research into tickets for events that have caught your eye!
