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Sydney Tourism Statistics: 68.4M Visitors in 2026
Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia, recorded 68.4 million visitors in 2026, Destination NSW reports. AirROI estimates 273,952 Airbnb stays in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was November, and the quietest was June.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 1,521,772
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.5 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- November
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 42%
Key facts
Sydney Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Destination NSW puts Sydney at 68.4 million visitors in 2026.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Sydney at 273,952 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Sydney added up to 1,521,772 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Sydney lasted 5.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 57 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks November the busiest Airbnb month in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by March and October, with June the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Sydney ran unbroken from October to March in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Sydney in December were booked furthest ahead, about 84 days, against 36 days for June, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 42% of Sydney Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 9.9% and the United States at 8.8%.
- Among Sydney Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Sydney was the top origin city at 7%, ahead of Melbourne at 4.1%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Sydney first for Airbnb stays among the 78 towns it lists in New South Wales in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Sydney?
Destination NSW counted 68.4 million visitors in 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68.4 millionVisitors | Total domestic and international visitors to Sydney | 2026 | Destination NSW |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Sydney
Sydney had 10,305 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 273,952 stays and 1,521,772 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.5 nights and was booked about 57 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 10,305
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 273,952
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 1,521,772
- Typical stay
- 5.5 nights
- Booked ahead
- 57 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Sydney?
On Airbnb, November was the busiest month in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026, then March and October. June was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from October to March.
November ranks first, June last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: November, March, October, December, February, January, August, September, April, July, May, June.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| November | 9.4% | 62 days |
| March | 9.3% | 47 days |
| October | 9.0% | 55 days |
| December | 8.9% | 84 days |
| February | 8.7% | 57 days |
| January | 8.3% | 63 days |
| August | 8.3% | 60 days |
| September | 8.2% | 41 days |
| April | 7.9% | 47 days |
| July | 7.5% | 47 days |
| May | 7.4% | 44 days |
| June | 7.1% | 36 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Sydney Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Sydney Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 42% came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 9.9% and the United States at 8.8%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Sydney was the top origin city at 7%, ahead of Melbourne at 4.1%. The figures rest on 878,922 reviews, written over many years.
42% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 42%
- From within Australia 58%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Sydney
How many tourists visit Sydney?
Sydney had 68.4 million visitors in 2026, according to Destination NSW. AirROI estimates 273,952 Airbnb stays in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Sydney?
The busiest Airbnb month in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026 was November, then March and October. The six busiest months run from October to March.
What is the quietest month in Sydney?
June was the quietest Airbnb month in Sydney in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and May ranked 11th. Stays in June were booked about 36 days ahead, against 84 days for December.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Sydney?
A typical Airbnb stay in Sydney lasted 5.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 57 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 4.8 nights in September to 6.7 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Sydney come from?
Of Sydney Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 42% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United Kingdom at 9.9% and the United States at 8.8%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Sydney at 7%, ahead of Melbourne at 4.1%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Destination NSW counts visitors (68.4 million in 2026). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 273,952 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 273,952 stays at 5.55 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 878,922 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.