When to go Summer (December - February) is the best time for a beach holiday in Sydney, but it is also the most expensive with hotels operating at peak season rates. Autumn (between March and May) is cheapest, but quietest in the city, though still welcoming many foreign tourists. Key annual events Sydney Mardi Gras: (February) The largest event of its kind in the world, celebrations span three to four weeks, ending with a spectacular night time parade followed by an all-night lo...
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