Sydney · WORKSHOPS
20 reviewed
Use this list to match workshops with your available time, preferred pace and starting point; each option shows the practical booking details before you commit.
Learn to surf at iconic Bondi Beach in a 2-hour beginner lesson. Small groups, included gear, and safety-first coaching on Sydney’s coast.
“Bert was really good at explaining and giving feedback. My friend and I had a lot of fun”
Create a Turkish mosaic lamp in Darlinghurst, with drinks, templates or your own design, and a take-home candle holder in 2.5 hours.
“It is easy for anyone to create a beautiful product in the given time, and we can take it to home and enjoy it in the future or give it to someone as a gift.”
Learn to surf at Bondi Beach in a small group, with gear and sunscreen included, plus sand drills, wave coaching, and safety tips.
“All round great fun! Friendly, knowledgeable, supportive instructor. Felt safe and like the instructions were clear and helpful throughout. Would highly recommend”
2-hour beginner surf lesson at Maroubra Beach. Small groups, qualified instructors, and gear plus sun protection included.
“A very attentive teacher, very kind and patient, who knew how to explain things to me even though I was afraid that it was my first time. I'll do it again 100%, I had a great time.”
Paint and Sip in Darlinghurst: paint your own ceramic plate or bowl, sip BYO wine with included tea and Turkish delights.
“This was a great activity as a solo traveler. When I arrived a very kind and friendly woman introduced the activity to me and gave some tips to help it go smoothly. The tea was delicious and the two hours was perfect for the time it took to complete. Overall it was so calming and peaceful, a nice break from walking around the busy city of Sydney. I loved it!”
A hands-on red wine blending class at McCaffrey's Estate in Hunter Valley, create your own bottle, learn fast, and taste along the way.
“A must do in the Hunter Valley! We learnt so much about wine - way more than a regular tasting and it was lots of fun.”
Acrylic paint-and-sip class in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Step-by-step guidance, all materials included, tea and Turkish delights, optional BYO wine.
“A very nice experience to do with friends like us we celebrated the birthday of a friend a good teacher was very special I love it”
Make your own resin cheeseboard and coasters in Sydney, with materials, guidance, tea and snacks included, plus 24-hour drying pickup.
“When we arrived for our class, the instructor informed us that the class list he received from the office did not have our names on it and there was no room for us in the class. He called the office and no response was received. We also attempted to reach the office via Viator messaging, as well as phone, and never received a response..”
Hands-on 2.5-hour sailing from Manly with small-group coaching, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House views, and a chance to set sails.
“As we had no prior sailing experience, our guide Will walked us through the basics of how sailing works. Gradually, we were able to take part in operating the boat ourselves, which was a lot of fun. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it to anyone with little or no sailing experience.”
Hands-on sailing on Sydney Harbour from Manly. Small group, 24-foot keelboat, safety gear and instruction, choose 1.5 or 2.5 hours.
“Outstanding! We had a wonderful time sailing from Manly Bay. Our sailing crew was amazing and allowed us to help as little or as much as we wanted. We loved it and would highly recommend this!”
A 90-minute small-group surf lesson at Dee Why Beach, with gear provided and coaching on paddling, popping up, wave choice, and safety.
“This was so much fun and our instructor Will was so helpful! Great experience for a good price, we were all able to learn how to stand up on our boards.”
Spirit blending class at Earp Distilling Co in Newcastle. Choose gin, vodka or rum botanicals and leave with a 200ml bottle.
“Such a fun experience, and great value for money considering you get to take home a 200ml bottle of gin as well as the blending experience. Really interesting to learn about the botanicals. Would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Newcastle!”
Hands-on 90-minute yacht cruise from Manly around Sydney Harbour, with beginner sailing lessons and small-group helm time for $84.
“Izzy was a terrific teacher. She made sailing lots of fun and simple. A really great introduction.”
Private 3-hour sailing from Manly on Sydney Harbour, learn the ropes, take the helm, and view the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
“We had an excellent day! Xavier was awesome, great captain, great teacher, great guy.. We had light winds but the yacht performed great. Very rewarding overall.”
Paint and Sip ceramic plates and bowls in Sydney. BYO bottle, step-by-step guidance, Turkish tea and treats, take-home art in 150 minutes.
“it was very chill and the painting was easy and guidance was very nice!! especially the apple tea”
