This seven-kilometre path, shared between cyclists and pedestrians, follows the shores of Iron Cove. It travels through nine parks, covers Lilyfield, Drummoyne and Rodd Point, and is never more than 20 metres from the waterfront.

This heady, energising trail follows Narrow Neck Peninsula, right near Katoomba, for nine kilometres each way. The views are outrageously good. And, at one point, the land seems to disappear on either side, leaving you feeling as though you're floating.

This is a good one for those not comfortable riding on the road or navigating any hills, but still wanting to feel the wind in their hair. Start your Manly bike ride at the north end of the beach at Manly lagoon and make your way south to finish up at Shelly Beach.

To make a proper escape from the city, head to Lady Carrington Drive in the Royal National Park. This 10-kilometre cycling track starts at Audley in the north and follows the Hacking River upstream, ending at Sir Bertram Stevens Drive in the south.

Cycling in Sydney doesn't get easier than this. The 3.8-kilometre 'Grand Drive' that encircles Centennial Park is flat, car-free and surrounded by greenery. That's why two-wheelers have been coming here in droves since 1900. 

Add a dose of history to your workout with a cruise along the Parramatta Heritage Trail. It's an easy-to-ride loop, starting right near Parramatta Station and taking you past some of Australia's oldest buildings.

The epic Cooks River cycling route is one of Sydney's oldest and most popular shared paths. Its 23 kilometres start at Settlers Park in Ryde, meander through Gough Whitlam Park and finish at peaceful Botany Bay.

Whether you're a newbie or a BMX king, Olympic Park has something for you. There are 35 kilometres of safe cycle paths, passing shipwrecks, outdoor art installations, lookouts, mangrove swamps and wildlife refuges.

This 29-kilometre, entirely off-road Sydney cycle loop soars through several high points, affording cracking views of Greater Western Sydney. There are Instagram opportunities aplenty at Greystanes aqueduct.

The Narrabeen Lagoon Trail was completed in February 2015. It's an 8.4-kilometre Sydney cycling adventure that follows the lagoon's shoreline, passing through several wildlife protection areas.