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What to expect from Sydney in March

Lucy Pascual
April 17, 2024
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Sydney in March means the start of autumn, and with milder temperatures ranging from 18°c to 26°c, it’s the perfect time to explore the city’s cultural and natural landmarks. With the summer crowds thinning out a bit, you’ll get a more relaxed atmosphere for discovering Sydney’s artistic and botanical treasures this month.

The Artistry of Sydney

The Art Gallery of New South Wales is an absolute must-visit this month. The gallery houses an impressive collection of Australian, European and Asian art, ranging from classic to contemporary pieces. During March in Sydney, there’s often special exhibitions that you’ll love if you’re into art, and even regular visitors will see something new each visit.

The gallery is located in the Domain in a setting that’s almost as beautiful as the art, with its grand architecture surrounded by lush greenery. After exploring the exhibits, you can relax in the gallery’s café with views of the Botanic Gardens.

March is also a fantastic time to explore Sydney’s phenomenal street art scene. Areas like Newtown and Surry Hills are well-known for their colourful murals and graffiti, which is quite a contrast to the city’s more polished look.

You can explore the laneways and side streets you wouldn’t usually go into to find these ever-changing art pieces, but a guided street art tour is the best way to see them. The ‘I Have a Dream’ mural on King Street in Newtown is an iconic example of this art, but you’ll see much more and also get to experience some delicious food and drinks while you admire the area’s eclectic character.

For even more beauty this month, check out the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens. With the summer heat subsiding, the gardens change from lush green to autumn hues and it’s a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring.

March into Some Fun

Sydney in March is so good for exploring the city’s cultural scene. While the Mardi Gras festival starts in February, the Mardi Gras Parade is held in March. Then there’s the exciting Sydney St Patrick’s Day Festival mid-month, so March is full of colour. Our Things to Do in Sydney page features many more fun activities.

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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