Whether you are from Sydney and want a weekend getaway without going too far, or if you are actively looking for a place where you have tons of activities all in one place – Randwick City might be the thing for you. It’s not only a suburb of a bigger city, it is in fact an activities center that just happens to be conveniently located. Now you don’t have to go to the other end of the country and waste a big part of your day in the car – Randwick has got you covered. But what are the things you can do in Randwick?
Take a walk
Not one for very active sports? Then how about a long walk on the beach? The Randwick Coastal Walkway will leave you speechless, even if you strolled there a hundred times before. The stretch of the ocean, combined with the flora that surrounds you is above all a breathtaking experience. Or if you prefer a change of scenery and like to explore a bit further, then maybe you would like to check out one of the four bush tracks in the area. They take anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours, and each of them is unique, filled with historic landmarks, beaches where you can take a dip and views that you will cherish forever.
Play sports
Are you passionate about golf? The oldest golf course in the country can be found right here at Randwick. Spend a day enjoying your regular sport or maybe pick up something new for the weekend: Rent a bicycle and drive around the Heffron Park – there is a track dedicated exclusively for cyclists that goes around the entire park. You’ll be safe and able to enjoy the fresh air for as long as you like. You can also try your hand at horse riding, tennis and even skating, even if you never tried it before.
And if you are more fond of the water, then sailing, scuba diving and surfing are all options for you. Don’t worry if you have never tried any of these before – there are schools and open classes all around that will help you find your way in the water.
Take a break
At the end of the day, we all just want to enjoy our days and relax. Rent out a room in a hotel to leave all of your baggage and then hit the shops. The Maroubra Junction is guaranteed to have something you will like, since it is filled with retail stores of all genres. The mixture of services will have everyone taken care of, since the range of restaurants covers everything from fine dining to fast food. And if you are going with kids, don’t worry about them getting bored, since there are entertainment centers everywhere you look. And if you are looking for a high-class entertainment option, then you mustn’t skip the Royal Randwick Racecourse, where Sydney’s horseracing industry has been blooming for over 160 years. Alternatively, you can catch a concert at Randwick Town Hall – some of them are worth planning your whole visit around.
So no matter what your plans are for Randwick, who you are going with and what your activity preferences are, there will most certainly be something for you. Randwick is the place where you can explore the things you never dared to try, and in a place that offers you every activity you can imagine, from whale watching to horse riding, all you need to do is give it a chance. You never know when you will discover your new favorite thing!
