Best Walks in Sydney (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 25 of the best walks in Sydney right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
25 spots
Balls Head Reserve
Protected bushland with gentle waterside walking trails, caves & views of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
The Coast track
A rugged clifftop trail with sweeping sea views & the chance to see whales from May to November.
Manly To Spit Bridge Coastal Walk
A 10 km coastal walking path featuring scenic, well-maintained trails with sweeping harbour views.
Sirius Cove Reserve
Beaches in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Bidjigal Reserve - Platypus Track
Walks in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Sydney Park Wetlands
Parks in Alexandria, Sydney.
Flat Rock Gully Walking Track
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
The Bluff Lookout
Lookouts in Chatswood, Sydney.
Gore Cove Reserve
Walks in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Wickham Walk
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Coastal Walk - Clovelly to Tamarama.
Walks in Bondi, Sydney.
Eastern Beaches Coastal Walkway
Walks in Coogee, Sydney.
Royal National Park Coastal Walk
Walks in Alexandria, Sydney.
Little Digger Track
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Hunts Lookout
Lookouts in Chatswood, Sydney.
Hanging Swamp
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Wilksch Walk
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Shelly Beach To Barracks Precinct Walk
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Walks in Sydney — FAQs
What are the best walks in Sydney?+
Our top-rated walks in Sydney are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sydney walks ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter walks by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many walks are listed in Sydney?+
We currently feature 25 walks across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.