10 Best Breweries in Sydney

"An established Northern Beaches brewery with outposts scattered around the Northern Beaches. At the brewery in Brookvale, the Truck Bar (literally fashioned from a 1960 Dodge pickup truck) is the place to be, with Thursdays being game night. Giant Jenga and shuffleboard anyone?"

"If you are after a private brewery tour before you hit up the bar, Batch Brewing Co in Marrickville has got you covered. Open 7 days, with tours on weekends, you can get your brew of choice takeaway or take a seat in The Tasting Room. Plan your visit by checking out their upcoming events and food truck schedule."

"Marrickville’s pet and kid friendly brewery The Grifter Brewing Co is equal parts laid-back and cool. The edgy warehouse screams Inner West brewery, accompanied by a full suite of quirky brews like watermelon pilsner and coffee cream ale. For a cheeky drink and some grade-A bar snacks like crackling and jerky, a visit to the bar is a must."

"This working brewery on the Northern Beaches is home to The Transit Lounge, where there are 11 taps pouring the latest drops. At this pet-friendly venue, Wednesdays are open for takeaway, Thursdays and Fridays are for tasting paddles and on Saturdays and Sundays, there is live music and food trucks. 5 Sydenham Road, Brookvale"

"One of the newest venues to open at The Cannery, Frenchies Bistro & Brewery is a small upscale French bistro come microbrewery. Showcasing the best of French cuisine, the bistro-style menu complements their range of craft beers. For the full experience, book a seat at the Thursday night bottomless beer feast with a shared menu and paired beers."

"Young Henry’s are the trendsetters in the Inner West brewery scene. They have a well-earned reputation for their top-notch brews and community vibe. The Tasting Bar is open seven days a week and on the weekend, you can expect a crowd basking in the beer, beats and bites."

"Located within St Peters Precinct 75, Willie the Boatman is the neighbourhood brewery and liquor store. This laid-back micro-brewery is popular with the locals for an after-work beverage, both sit in and takeaway. From Thursday to Sunday The Tasting Room is open to the public and come the weekend, food trucks provide the perfect beer snacks."

"4 Pines Truck Bar is a fun bar and restaurant in the Northern Beaches. Pouring craft brews from its tapped vintage pickup truck, this place is famed for its huge beer tanks, tasty bites and eclectic roster of live events."

"Mona Vale’s Modus Operandi is an all-in-one venue, think brewery, restaurant, bar and live music venue. Their core range beers, from pale ales to porters, are brewed on site and are available to sample alongside their delicious pub-style menu. With daily food specials and live music on the weekend, Modus Operandi is a popular hangout."

"The park is full of art and hidden treasures, the sunken Sandringham gardens are a great place to spend a shady afternoon with the kids splashing about in the cool water of the central fountain feature. Explore the whole park before heading back into the bustle of the city."

"1 km from city center 9 out of 18 places to visit in Sydney. Near the city centre, the Hyde Park is a vast spread of green land. The beautiful park is full of green lawns, pretty flowers and rich trees, and also has the Archibald Fountain and Anzac War Memorial."

"Bronte Beach is located just south of Bondi along the famous 6 kilometre Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk. You will find a great grassy area running from the sand back up the hill, popular for picnics. Bronte Beach is known for its good surf, though the steep waves make it a touch spot for beginner surfers."

"The Rotunda at Balmoral Beach overlooks the bay and Rocky Point Island, and the beach itself has a rich history being a significant place in the life of Captain John Edwards. The Rotunda itself was built in the 1930’s as a concert venue through the 1930s and 1940s, making the place a great wedding ceremony venue for people who love both music and history."

"To finally get to Balmoral Beach, simply cross Balmoral Park and the car park on the other side. Balmoral Beach is one of the most popular family-friendly beaches in Sydney, and once you arrive there, it’s not hard to see why it’s such a popular spot. The water at the beach is typically very calm, perfect for a relaxing swim."