10 tips to see Sydney on a budget

Luckily, there are some ways to make your Aussie dollars go further in Sydney. Avoid visiting during the peak holiday seasons. Use public transport. Plan picnic meals at city parks, by the harbor or at the beach. And make the most of free things to do, from art galleries and museums to public festivals.

Here are our top tips on visiting Sydney on a budget, along with a guide to daily costs.

A guide to daily costs in Sydney

• Hostel bed in shared room: AUD$50 to AUD$70 (USD$35 to USD$45)
• Basic room for two: AUD$200 to AUD$250 (USD$130 to USD$160)
• Self-catering apartment (including Airbnb): AUD$300 (USD$195)
• Unlimited daily travel on transport: AUD$18.70 (USD$12.14)
• Coffee: AUD$5 (USD$3.25)
• Sandwich: AUD$12 (USD$7.79)
• Dinner for two: AUD$80 to AUD$100 (USD$50 to USD$65)
• Beer at the pub: AUD$10 (USD$6.49)

Average daily cost: $200 to $300 (USD$130 to USD$200), including three meals a day and modest accommodation and activities.