But how do you find them? Well there’s your TV shows, your newspapers, your magazines, word of mouth and recommendations — and of course, there’s an app for that.

So here is a selection of must-have apps for your iPhone and iPad from the App Store to help you discover and enjoy all that Sydney has to offer this summer.

TripView Sydney, $3.79

Let’s start with an important one: Getting around Sydney in the first place.

TripView displays Sydney Train/Bus/Ferry/Light Rail timetable data on your iPhone.

It features a summary view showing your next services, as well as a full timetable viewer. Very importantly, all timetable data is stored on your iPhone, so it can be used offline.

Sydney Opera House, free

Our world-famous landmark, now it’s possible to explore the world of the Sydney Opera House with the official app for iPhone.

Here you can find the best that the House has to offer, from tickets to events and tours, to delicious food and beverage options, and everything in between.

Sydney Food Trucks, free

The official app to locate gourmet Sydney food trucks in real time.

When you get peckish, discover a diverse range of quality late-night meals for when you’re on the go in Sydney.

Time Out Sydney, free

The Time Out Sydney iPhone app is all about ensuring you have good times, all the time, no matter where you are in Sydney.

It comes packed to the gills with all the good stuff you’re used to seeing on the Time Out Sydney website.

Coastal Watch, $3.79

Find Surf Reports, Surf Forecasts and the latest Surf Cam video for approximately 85 popular beaches & surf spots — the largest network in Australia.

Art Gallery of NSW, free

Art Gallery of New South Wales lets you explore a selection of artists and artworks from the Australian collection.

View high-quality images in extraordinary detail, discover stories of the artists and the art, and get simple explanations of art terms.

Sydney Australia Official Guide, free

Explore exciting things to do, where to stay and events, must-do dining and entertainment, shopping and night-life, nature, beaches and family experiences — all in real-time — with images, contact details and interactive maps.

 

The Blue Mountains, free

The Blue Mountains Australia app is the best mobile tool for planning a memorable Blue Mountains getaway.

Features include rewards, events calendar, interactive maps, and a personalised itinerary.

Sydney Cafe Culture, $4.99

Find 300 of the best cafes in Sydney and surrounds, selected and visited by experts. Around half of them are within a few kilometres of the city centre.

The others are located in beach suburbs or business centres.

 

Uber, free

It’s the service that splits opinions, but there’s no doubting one thing: it really does revolutionise travel.

Request a ride using the Uber app and get picked up within minutes, with the on-demand service meaning no reservations required and no waiting in taxi lines.