Lane Cove National Park

Two words: city wilderness. Take a taxi, bus, or train about 20 km north of the CBD to be surrounded by indigenous plants and birds without leaving the city. The 10 km route along Lane Cove River, from the weir near Delhi Road to Deburghs Bridge, is hilly and surrounded by trees, nice if you need a shady break. This park is home to wildlife ranging from native birds such as lorikeets and kookaburras to swamp wallabies. You can practice your wildlife photography skills, or just listen to the sounds of the bush.