Best Walks in Sydney (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 34 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.
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Royal National Park Coastal Walk
Walks in Alexandria, Sydney.
Little Digger Track
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
A Touch More Class Sydney Brothel
Walks in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Hunts Lookout
Lookouts in Chatswood, Sydney.
Wilksch Walk
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Hanging Swamp
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
Woolooware Bay Shared Pathway
Walks in Cronulla, Sydney.
Shelly Beach To Barracks Precinct Walk
Walks in Manly, Sydney.
The Great West Walk
Walks in Parramatta, Sydney.
Two Creeks Track
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Coogee South Rocky point lookout
Walks in Coogee, Sydney.
Koojah Cliff
Walks in Coogee, Sydney.
Lane Cove River Track (Fullers Rd Entry)
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
Coastal Walk Bench
Walks in Coogee, Sydney.
Sakura Surry Hills Brothel
Walks in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Blue Gum Creek Walking Track
Walks in Chatswood, Sydney.
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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 34 walks across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.