Top New South Wales Art & Culture

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don't be afraid to scratch beneath the surface of the sleepy town of Maitland and unveil its dark and twisted past... Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour retracing the steps of the city's most infamous crimes of yesteryear. Travel back to a tough world of brawlers, smoking guns and ladies of the night that has long since been forgotten. Relive a time that proves truth is far stranger than fiction as you explore Maitland's murkiest moments. Great photo opportunities along the High St and the old forgotten laneways. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into a dark and crime-ridden history. Small towns hold the biggest secrets, and Maitland, with its fair share of haunted streets nestled amongst its glorious old buildings, is no exception. Maitland is an old town with an incredible history full of True Crime stories that time insisted were lost to the dustbin of history...until now. ...stories the city tried to forget...

A highly informative, fun tour of Broken Hill - the first and only Heritage listed town in Australia. We visit sites of historical and social importance. Learn about the strong Trade Union Movement and those who fought for fairness in the workplace, particularly down the mines, and how this influenced the formation of our city.

Crafting a spoon with your own hands is a relaxing and fun activity. Come spend a Saturday with us and not only walk away with a new skill for life and an awesome spoon you made yourself -but also with a full set of spoon carving tools in a canvas roll to bring home so you can continue your new hobby!

This self guided audio tour is located in the seaside town of Broulee. It takes a tranquil stroll following the ocean shoreline around Broulee Island Nature Reserve in a clockwise direction. Look out for seabirds and marine life, including humpback whales, as you hear tales of modern and natural history.

This is a fun workshop for anyone wanting to make their own chef knife! You get to forge your blade using forge, anvil and hammer. You will quench your own blade in oil (makes a cool photo). You will design your own blade shape and grind your blade to your design. You will attach a beautiful wooden handle to your blade. You will leave with a forged chef knife - made by you.

Experience the stunning outback and natural scenery of the Living Desert Sculptures at sunset. This outback experience is designed to showcase the effect of the light and colour display of the sunset in this vast land of Outback NSW. With a cool beverage in hand and something to nibble on immerse yourself in the 360-degree panoramic views of the outback and appreciate the work's of twelve of the finest sculptors from all over the world. Our Outback Sunset experience is a must for anyone visiting Broken Hill and Far West NSW. ​ This experience is subject to the sunset and time will be advised upon booking.

On 8 June 1856 a total of 194 people, descendants from the Bounty, arrived on Norfolk Island from Pitcairn Island aboard the Morayshire. This consisted of 40 men, 47 women, 54 boys, and 53 girls. They arrived in cold, wet blustery conditions. Few had ever been to sea before, They were seasick, homesick, and heartsick. The journey of 6,00 km / 3,700 miles took five weeks. They arrived to a recently abandoned penal settlement set aside for the ‘worst of the worst’ it was full of ghosts and memories. It was a large and frightening testimony of man’s inhumanity to man. The 1856 untold story will follow their journey in the World Heritage Listed Kingston area.

Learn a bit about Australia's convict history at the Kingston convict site on Norfolk Island on this tour from Burnt Pine. You'll visit the settlement of the island's first penal colony, which is part of the Australian Convict Sites UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Creator of the novel that inspired “The Thorn Birds” TV series, author of 24 books, Colleen McCullough lived on Norfolk Island for almost 36 years—and you get exclusive access to her property, Out Yenna, on this small-group tour. View the priceless collection of artefacts she and her Norfolk Islander husband gathered on their travels and experience the luxurious serenity that fueled McCullough’s epic novels.

The Commandant's Dinner is a fun evening which explores Norfolk's rich and colourful history. It includes a 3 course dinner and entertainment.

Planning a holiday at Sydney? Would you like to cherish your trip for your entire life? Now you can keep your moments safe by capturing them!! Get yourself clicked at the best locations of Sydney. Vsnapu provides you, professional photographer, clicking you like a celebrity. With this, you can flaunt the exotic locations and yourself too. Make your special occasion even more special by booking photoshoot on your Honeymoon, Anniversary, Family Vacation or Bachelor’s party. 

Add photoshoot in the bucket list of your next trip. Get yourself clicked and share the pictures on Social Media. The activity would be super fun with vsnapu. Laugh out loud with your partner, family or friends while trying different poses. Doesn’t matter where you are - in the desert, on the mountain or at the beach.

Planning a night out with friends or loved ones? Get out your scrunchies, sweatbands and fluro spandex and join us for a funky, old-school party cruise with a three course menu! Girls and guys just wanna have fun aboard our Vivid Retro Party Boat on Sydney Harbour under the glowing lights of the Vivid Festival! Get emerged in some retro decor and memorabilia, grab a drink from the bar and get settled in for a delicious ginger food. Don't forget to grab some goodies from the 90s candy bar and enjoy the gorgeous sights from the observation deck. Before you know it, you'll be ready to cut your best shapes on the dance floor as your retro DJ plays the most bangin' beats from the 80's & 90's.

SYDNEY HARBOUR DINNER AND LATIN SHOW CRUISE Planning a night out or a special occasion? Look no further than Sydney’s premier Latin themed dinner cruise for over 20 years. Enjoy nibbles at your table, grab a drink at the bar, chat it up with your friends and dig into the delicious 3- course menu served to your table. After dinner, kick back and enjoy the show! Experience Brazilian samba with live drums and the rhythmic horns of Cuban salsa as our cast of professional dancers take you on a tour through South America. Join in on the action, learn a step or two and compete for first place to win some cool prizes (or at least give your friends a good laugh trying). After the show, the lights go down and the DJ turns the music up so you can dance the night away, grab some more bubbles, indulge in some decadent chocolate cake or head outside and take in the stunning views.

Discover and explore the wonderful city of Sydney with a local expert. Let us show you our city and its most emblematic sites during a 4-hour private guided tour of the city. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Opera house and the harbour bridge from Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Enjoy the beautiful scenic drive through Watson’s Bay and The Gap. Visit The Rocks, the first settlement in Sydney. Learn the history of the city with a local experienced driver/guide. Pick up and drop off in your hotel or place of choice in Sydney.

Stretch your legs and get some exercise while exploring Sydney thanks to this running tour covering the city’s history and top landmarks. Run for 4.6 miles (7.5 kilometers), passing Sydney attractions like the Opera House, Cadman’s Cottage, Hyde Park Barracks, and Sydney Harbour Bridge, among others. Celebrate your run by finishing with an included coffee at one of the city’s top caffeine purveyors.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Experience Sydney top attractions from above on this scenic flight. Meet your experienced guide/pilot at the Fly Australia Passenger Lounge, board your aircraft, and get ready for beautiful views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, Manly and Narrabeen beach, and Bahai Temple. Snap memorable photos and learn about Sydney’s sites from your guide.

Two hours north of Sydney is the beautiful Hunter Valley wine region – experience personal tastings, foodie delights and more in this full-day tour. Explore the scenic countryside and expansive vineyards of the Hunter Valley wine region. If we're lucky, see kangaroos in the wild. Enjoy wine tasting at 3-4 cellar doors (both large and boutique) and indulge in local cheese and chocolate. Lunch is in the pretty surrounds of the Hunter Valley Gardens complex. Our philosophy on visiting The Hunter Valley is to take in 3-4 wineries and really enjoy the experience with your own small group. Trying to cram more than this in just leads to an exhausting day without appreciating how wonderful the region really is.

Explore Sydney on a private full-day tour with a guide who shows you around by car and on foot. Highlights include the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Next, head to the eastern suburbs and see places that most visitors miss. Continue on to view the Pacific Ocean through The Gap and stop at Bondi Beach for lunch (own expense).

Aviation buffs and their families will love spending time at Fighter World, an Australian aviation museum with interactive exhibits. Conveniently located a short drive from Port Stephens and Newcastle Airport, this hands-on experience lets you sit in the cockpits of authentic jet fighters of the RAAF. See hand-built model aircraft, an array of weapons, radars, and ejection seats on display with this family admission ticket.

Secure your entry to Fighter World Museum with this pre-booked admission ticket. It makes traveling a little easier and leaves more stress-free time to explore the museum’s fighter jets and hand-built model aircraft, and to catch sight of some of the world’s most advanced aircraft taking off and landing.

While in Sydney, delve into maritime history at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Considered one of the top maritime museums in the world and conveniently located on the shores of Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum features exhibits on Aboriginal and European explorers, the navy, surfing, sailing and Australia’s beach culture. Choose between two ticket options: the special exhibitions only or the Big Ticket with access to the docks where historic ships are berthed, including several that you can tour and interactive displays to please the kids, making this a great activity for the entire family.

Delve into the past as we introduce you to some of the larger than life characters that made the city of Sydney what it is today. Theirs are tales of vision and self interest, of conflict and collaboration, of brilliance and incompetence. Along the way we'll take in scenic highlights like the Royal Botanic Garden, magnificent Sydney Opera House, bustling Circular Quay, the iconic Harbour Bridge, and the colonial sandstone architecture of the The Rocks. A stop at a café with unrivalled harbour views is all part of this immersive experience in the story of Sydney. Ideal for visitors and Sydney-siders alike.

Must Do Half Day Private City Tour showcasing the main attractions in the city. We will visit Mrs Macquarie Chair, Observatory Hill, over the Harbour Bridge to Balmoral Beach and cross back to Eastern suburbs to Bondi Beach in our Luxury VW Multivan. We Visit location away from the main group showcasing Sydney's beautiful suburbs.