Sydney is an amazing city that is surrounded by unsurpassed natural beauty, with the Blue Mountains just a few kilometers outside of the city and the pristine coastline that seems to go on forever. If you are planning to visit Sydney, the autumn is the best season, as temperatures have dropped a few degrees from the record highs that summer brings.
Best Appreciated From The Air
Sydney is often in the top 5 destinations of the world that are best viewed from the air, and when you consider the amazing views of the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, it is no surprise that Sydney helicopters are always busy. An online search will take you to the website of the best helicopter tour provider that covers the Sydney area, and from there, you can make your booking. In order to ensure your booking, you are advised to book early, especially if you are traveling in the summer, as this is the high season. Helicopter tours are popular all year round, including the autumn, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Autumn Climate
The autumn in Australia runs from the beginning of March to the end of May, and during this time the temperatures are ideal. It is not too hot and the cold weather has yet to arrive, this means cloudless days with little wind and a comfortable temperature.
Enjoying The Great Outdoors
Autumn is the best time to experience the Royal Botanic Gardens, and it is still warm enough to get a tan on Bondi Beach, and with less rainfall than any other time of year, you won’t need your umbrella. You can spend a few days trekking in the Blue Mountains, which will be nice after having seen the aerial view of this amazing area in the helicopter tour, and there are many interesting hikes and trails to explore. There are informative blogs you can read to learn more about visiting Sydney in the fall.
Sydney Harbour Cruise
If your visit is in March or April, this is the best time to take a cruise around Sydney Harbour, which will give you some stunning views of the Opera House, and you can compare the view from the air and from the water, providing you already experienced the helicopter tour, that is. In the evenings, laser lights are directed onto Sydney, giving you an amazing light show that is best viewed from the water.
Day Trips To The Blue Mountains
Seeing the Blue Mountains from the air is amazing, and after you’ve experienced that, why not take a day trip into the region? If you have the time, you can base yourself in a Sydney hotel and spend 3 or 4 days exploring the magic of the Blue Mountains, and hiring bikes is an experience not to be missed. There’s so much to see and do in and around Sydney, and it is best to book your helicopter tour for the very first day, then you will appreciate the local attractions even more after having an aerial view.
*This is a collaborative post
We were thinking of visiting in October. What is the weather like then?
October would be lovely! Highs seem to be around 75F with lows around 55F. Perfect exploring weather!
Thank you so much! Great post!
Thank you! I hope you visit and have a great time!!
I’m visiting Sydney and the Blue Mountains this year. I’ve been to Sydney a number of times but this’ll be my first trip to the Blue Mountains.
I really want to visit Sidney one day!! I’ll try to go and visit it in Autumn then, thanks for sharing with us! x
A very long plane ride from here. You make it look worthy.
Perfect time of the year 💕