The City of Sydney Cycling Guide: 12 Signature Rides
Sydney’s urban core is now connected by a world-class network of separated cycleways and safe village links. This collection features 12 signature rides that define the city's cycling infrastructure. Whether you are commuting from the suburbs or exploring the harbor foreshore, these routes provide the safest and most direct paths through the heart of the city.
The North-South Spines
The most important high-capacity trunk lines through the center.
Ride 1: The Central Spine
The primary South-North artery of the network. This route utilizes the protected Bourke Street and Pitt Street cycleways to provide a seamless, safe run from the southern suburbs directly into the CBD. cyclesydney.com/p/ride1
Ride 2: Waterloo Metro to Castlereagh St in the City
A major south-to-north separated commuter link from Waterloo Station and Redfern into the heart of the city. The route follows the George Street cycleway through Prince Alfred Park and is optimized to include the Castlereagh Street cycleway, providing direct access for those coming from the new metro station. Read on
Ride 4: The Harbour Bridge Link
The essential connector for North Shore riders, linking Oxford Street and Liverpool Street through the city grid to the Harbour Bridge cycleway. Read more ...
and read about the North-South Link: Ride 13: Airport to Redfern East
The Western Connections
Major arteries and internal links from the Inner West into the City.
Ride 3: The Rozelle Gateway
A high-capacity route connecting the new Rozelle Parklands to the King Street cycleway, serving as the main western entrance to the CBD. Read more …
Ride 7: The Inner West Railway Run
The classic commuter path between Lewisham and Redfern, following the railway corridor and connecting vibrant village hubs along the way. Read more ….
Lesser Western Links: * Ride 15: The South-West Connector
The Eastern Gateways
Connecting the beaches and eastern suburbs to the city grid.
Ride 14: The Eastern Bridge
The primary link for riders heading from the Eastern Suburbs into the city core, providing a safe transition from local roads to the separated cycleway network. cyclesydney.com/p/ride14
Eastern Links: * Ride 6: Bondi Junction to City
The Scenic & Sightseeing Routes
Ride 10: The “Happy Snappers” Loop
A meandering, photography-focused tour of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks. This route hits the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Kings Cross, and the Pyrmont foreshore. It is the definitive ride for visitors or locals who want a scenic cruise with plenty of stops for photos. Read more …
How to Use These Guides
Each ride link above takes you to a dedicated page featuring:
A GPS Map for your phone or bike computer
More details, other map links and handy hints. 📹 🗺️
Please note that these ride numbers are for identification only. They are not a consecutive tour; they are individual routes designed to help you navigate specific corridors. Choose the number that matches your start and end point.
Connecting the Network: Looking to go further? Check out our Eastern Suburbs Collection for coastal routes and park links east of the city.
If you want to see all the 60+ rides across Sydney and all the other segments …