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20 Fun Things to Do in Sydney's Inner West This Weekend

Sep 8
2 min read
Sunny tree-lined shopping street with cafes and storefronts beside manicured grass; unreadable signs and two walkers.

Sydney's inner west punches well above its weight for weekend plans — a mix of green space, markets, cafes and indoor activities that means there's rarely an excuse to be bored, wet weather included. Here are 20 ideas to fill a weekend, whether you're after something active, something relaxed, or something a bit different.


Outdoors and Active

  • Walk or cycle the Cooks River foreshore path

  • Explore Sydney Park's wetlands and views over the city skyline

  • Wander Newtown's laneways and street art

  • Take a picnic to Camperdown Park

  • Kayak or paddleboard on the Cooks River

  • Browse the Addison Road Community Markets


Food and Markets

  • Work through King Street, Newtown's cafe strip

  • Try the dumpling and noodle spots around Ashfield

  • Visit Marrickville's bakeries and delis

  • Grab brunch in Enmore before a wander down the street


Indoor and Rainy-Day Options

  • Catch a film at the Dendy Newtown

  • Browse Gould's Book Arcade

  • Visit the Australian Design Centre

  • Book a session at VR Quest in St Peters — a fully indoor activity that works rain or shine


For Families and Groups

  • Take the kids to Camdenville Park's playground

  • Book a VR birthday party or casual session at VR Quest for a group activity that isn't weather-dependent

  • Visit the Bicentennial Park playground in Glebe

  • Check out a local trivia night at one of the inner west's pubs

  • Explore the Sydney Park brick pits and skate bowl

  • Take a self-guided street art walk through Marrickville


Ready to Book?

Looking for something a bit different this weekend? VR Quest is open Friday afternoons and Saturday-Sunday from 10am at Studio 6, 1-7 Unwins Bridge Road, St Peters NSW 2044 in St Peters. No experience needed — just walk in and play.

 
 
 

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