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What to expect from Sydney in July

Lucy Pascual
July 17, 2024
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Sydney in July is a winter wonderland of cool, clear days that are perfect for heading indoors for some of the city’s best experiences. With temperatures ranging from 9°c to 18°c, it’s a great time to explore Sydney’s vibrant pub culture and take a day trip to the world-renowned Hunter Valley for some of Australia’s finest wines.

A Drink With the Locals

Sydney’s historic pubs are a huge part of the city’s cultural identity and a pub tour is a great way to stay warm while soaking up some local history. The Rocks – which is one of Sydney’s oldest neighbourhoods – is the perfect place to start.

You’ll find some of the city’s oldest pubs here, like the Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel, which was established in 1841 and is known for its heritage ales. The Hero of Waterloo is another historical pub that dates back to 1843 and has a truly interesting past involving convict labour, secret tunnels and even a resident ghost!

A guided pub tour of The Rocks will take you through these atmospheric venues, where you can enjoy a beer or two by a roaring fireplace and learn about Sydney’s colonial past. The entertaining and knowledgeable guides will share fascinating stories about all the amazing characters who regularly visited or owned these establishments, from notorious criminals to famous writers. It’s a truly fun and educational way to spend a chilly July evening.

If you’re a wine lover, a day trip to the Hunter Valley is a must-do. Located just a couple of hours from Sydney, the Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest wine region and a winter visit means less crowds and more serenity. Guided wine tours to these areas are a great way to taste rich reds and crisp whites, with many of the wineries offering warm cellar door experiences where you can sip wine with views of misty vineyards.

Winter Wonders

July in Sydney is full of wintery fun. There’s the Bondi Festival, which includes live music and entertainment, brewery tours, a ferris wheel and even an ice rink! There’s the Bastille Festival, where you can fill up on French foods, wines and art, plus NAIDOC week, which celebrates Sydney’s traditional owners. Plus there’s more on our Things to Do in Sydney page.

Travelling during another month? Check out what to expect from Sydney in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

AUTHOR PROFILE
Lucy Pascual
Lucy is a true-blue Aussie living in Far North Queensland. When she's not writing, she spends her time travelling to Australia's top destinations, aiming to see as much of the country as possible so she can share its best locations with her readers.

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