Where Magazine Sydney Feb 2019

GUIDE TO SYDNEY

COMPLIMENTARY

欢度春节 新年快乐

TASTE

VERY VEGAN HOTSPOTS

ENJOY

MARVELOUS MARDI GRAS

PROMOTION

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory is Now Playing at the Capitol Theatre.

Get your golden ticket at charliethemusical.com.au

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February 2019

SYDNEY

Welcome to summer in Sydney! February is one of the best months to visit our harbour city, with warm weather, outdoor events and rooftop bars to be enjoyed.

This month we are excited about the Lunar New Year Festival, which will be the largest outside of Asia and celebrate Sydney’s cultural communities (page 8).

We also can’t wait to see the Puccini opera “Turandot” at the Sydney Opera House (page 22) and celebrate Sydney’s LGBTQI community at the annual Mardi Gras (page 20).

As always, we have plenty of ideas for where to shop, dine and explore in Sydney, from vegan hotspots (page 30) to boutiques in trendy Paddington (page 24).

We hope you enjoy your stay here!

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Q: Describe your perfect day in Sydney

A: Even as a local, driving or touring the South Coast is a special experience.

Within an hour you could be at the Royal National Park. Enjoy a spot of lunch or co ee at Audle Dance Hall Café, followed by a swim at the stunning Wattamolla watering hole and beach.

Q: What is your favourite walk for stunning views of Sydney?

Q: With around 100 beaches in Sydney, which is the best?

A: My personal favourite walk is the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walk.

Take the 12-minute ferry ride to the zoo (visit the zoo if you have time).

Enjoy the 6.5 km walk which o ers some of the most spectacular views of Sydney Harbour, as well as fascinating wildlife and historic monuments. This walk is 2-3 hours in length.

A: My personal favourite is Camp Cove, a small beach near South Head.

Catch a ferry or private water taxi to Watsons Bay and enjoy a short walk to Sydney’s best inner harbour beach, free of the large volume of day trippers found at some higher pro le alternatives.

Q: What’s a great spot for a romantic Valentine’s date?

Q: Do you have any tips for celebrating Chinese New Year?

A: My recommendation would be to charter a boat on Sydney Harbour for an hour or two and be dropped at a waterside restaurant such as Bennelong at the Sydney pera ouse or Aria at Circular Quay, two iconic dining institutions.Other alternatives are a picnic at Shark or Clark islands in the middle of Sydney Harbour, or visiting the St.George penAir cinema at the Royal Botanical Gardens.

A: 2019 is the Year of the Pig. Explore the 13 Lunar Lanterns at Circular Quay during the Sydney Lunar Festi al. After isiting the lanterns a new year dinner at the modern Mr Wong’s is not to be missed, or alternatively, for traditional Cantonese, Golden Century. The Chinese New Year festival gets bigger every year and o ers so much ariet .

There is something for everyone.

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Sydney Lunar Festival

THE BIGGEST CELEBRATION of Lunar New Year outside of Asia draws from Sydney’s cultural communities with singing, dancing, street performances and even a group of roving pigs.

From 1-10 February, Sydney lights up with Year of the Pig celebrations, showcasing the food, art and cultural traditions from the local Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Malaysian communities to celebrate the city’s diversity.

A centrepiece of this year’s Sydney Lunar Festival is an outdoor stage at the Overseas Passenger Terminal which will showcase dance groups, stories, martial arts and music from 1-3 February. Watch out for the 15 pigs roaming through the crowds spreading good luck and wishes for prosperity.

Visitors and locals alike can enjoy the Nusantara Sydney Dance troupe from the Indonesian community,

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who will be performing the Betawi Mask dance, a theatrical performance of Betawi people in Jakarta blending music, dance and singing.

The Chinese community will be represented by the Hills Chinese Women’s Association, who will tell a story though a fan dance, with performers wearing traditional ‘qipao’ dresses.

Children from the Fairfield Vietnamese community will be performing the ‘Loving Vietnamese Lantern dance’ - “Yêu cây đèn cù”, which celebrates the joyful start of a new year and ends with the release of the lanterns into the air.

Sydney’s Japanese community is represented by the Soran Dance Troupe, performing the Soran Bushi folk dance from northern Japan, while drummers from the Korean community will perform the Arang Go-Go Jang-gu, a traditional Korean rhythm played on the jang-gu –

THAI DANCE GROUP SIAM. PHOTO: © JOSEPH MAYERS PHOTOGRAPHY.

Sydney celebrates the Year of the Pig in style.

By Christine Knight.

TOP RIGHT AND BOTTOM RIGHT: CHINESE NEW YEAR 2018, SYDNEY, PHOTOS: ANNA KUCERA/DESTINATION NSW. BOTTOM LEFT: JAPANESE SORAN DANCE TROUPE, PHOTO: DAMIAN SHAW/CITY OF SYDNEY.

an hourglass-shaped drum with two ends covered in animal skin. Representatives of the Thai community will perform the Serng Pong Laang folk dance of northern Thailand.

Contemporary culture is also celebrated during the festival with modern performances by Korean pop – Kpop – group I.Krush and hip-hop dance crew Kookies N Kream.

The popular Lunar Lanterns return with a new Pig lantern on the western boardwalk of the Sydney Opera House. Stroll around the foreshore to discover all 13 lanterns that light up Circular Quay, including the new tower of monkeys, ox and flock of sheep.

Eat your way through the Lunar Festival at one of many foodie events across the city. The Rocks Lunar Markets (1-3 February and 8-10 February) will feature Asian street food as well as arts, crafts and lion dance performances, while The Calyx in the Royal Botanic Gardens will host a dumpling tasting menu. Pan-Asian fusion restaurant

Bodhi will be offering a Lunar Festival vegan set menu which showcases contemporary Asian-inspired and panAsian cuisine, with a special celebration and lion dance performance.

The Art Gallery of NSW is holding a special Lunar New Year After Hours event which will feature a traditional lion dance, live music, workshops, plus a look at their new exhibition “Heaven and Earth in Chinese art: treasures from the National Palace Museum, Taipei”. The gallery will also hosting an experiential tea ceremony and a drop-in workshop for kids to make a paper pig.

Families will find plenty to entertain the kids during the festival with a bilingual storytime, singing and lion dancing for pre-schoolers in English and Mandarin and a Dandy Lions under 5s event featuring lantern painting, making a mini oriental garden and a visit to the Oriental Garden at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

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从二月一日至十日，悉尼将张灯结，彩喜迎猪年。 下面这些欢庆活动将彰显悉尼多元文化的精彩。 市区的悉尼港的海外客运码头

岩石区春节集市(2月1日至3日和

（Overseas Passenger Terminal）

2月8日至10日)将用亚洲街头小

将搭建户外舞台，成为今年悉尼农

吃、工艺美术和舞狮表演营造一

历新年活动的一个亮点。届时悉尼

片喜庆气氛，而皇家植物园的花

当地的华、韩、日、泰、越南、印

萼中心（The Calyx）将特别推出

尼和马来西亚社区将在这里表演传

饺子品尝菜单。泛亚融合式餐厅

统和现代的舞蹈、故事、武术、音

Bodhi将提供斋食套餐，2月5日举

乐，同时还将迎来风味美食。十五

行特别的庆祝活动和舞狮表演。

头瑞猪将穿梭人群，传递吉祥兴旺

其他庆祝农历新年的活动包

的新年祝愿。在节日期间，韩国流

括：悉尼交响乐团将在悉尼歌剧

行乐队 I.Krush和街舞组合Kookies

院上演一场中西合璧的音乐会，

N Kream将给节日带来一股现代风

节目包括中国舞蹈以及鲍罗丁和

潮。(2月1 – 3日)

柴可夫斯基的歌剧选段(2月1 –

同样不容错过的还有唐人街（

2日)；书法表演(2月2日和5日)；

即中国城）的节庆活动，每周五到

在达令港举行的南半球最大的龙

周日下午6:00到6:45将有狮舞，德

舟赛(2月9 - 10日)；LED狮龙舞

信街(Dixon Street)将灯笼高挂，

(2月8 - 9日)；悉尼野生动物园

而附近达令港的中华谊园将举办演

（Wild Life Sydney Zoo）点心香

出、文化演示和舞狮。

粥特别早餐活动让游客与考拉熊

历年深受喜爱的十二生肖大型

共进早餐；新南威尔士州冲浪救

彩灯将璀璨回归。而今年新添的瑞

生组织（Surf Lifesaving NSW）

猪将以格外壮观的姿态现身悉尼歌

在岩石区将铺建临时沙滩，有各

剧院的西侧。漫步悉尼港，你将发

种游戏和充气彩球池，游客们还

现有十三座彩灯照亮环形码头，其

可以找把沙滩椅坐下美美地欣赏

中新增的猴牛羊塔灯十分抢眼。

海港的景色。

赏灯之后，全市有很多美食活 动等着你前去品尝各种地方风味。

如需更多信息请访问 sydneylunarfestival.com

Other ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year include a special east-meets-west musical performance by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House featuring Chinese dancers and pieces of opera by Borodin and Tchaikovsky (1-2 February), calligraphy demonstrations (2 and 5 February), the biggest Dragon Boat Races in the southern hemisphere (9-10 February), LED lion and dragon dancing (8-9 February) and a popup beach by Surf Lifesaving NSW in The Rocks where visitors can enjoy games and a blow up ball pit, or relax in a beach chair and admire the view.

Visit sydneylunarfestival.com for further information.

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TOP LEFT: MATIAL ARTS DELEGATION, PHOTO: © JOSEPH MAYERS PHOTOGRAPHY. MIDDLE RIGHT: CHINESE WISTERIA DANCE GROUP, PHOTO: DAMIAN SHAW/CITY OF SYDNEY.

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Wild Life Sydney Zoo is offering a unique way to celebrate with their cute koalas. The Zoo will be serving dim sum and congee during their breakfast with the koalas experience, and giving Lunar New Year red pockets to those who book a Koala Encounter or Koala Breakfast Experience.

Chinatown will be celebrating the festival with lion dances from 6pm–6.45pm every Friday to Sunday and lanterns suspended over Dixon Street, while the nearby Chinese Garden of Friendship in Darling Harbour will be presenting performances, demonstrations and lion dances.

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Experience

Get your sugar high at “Sugar Republic”, the most Instagrammable exhibiton, in Myer Sydney City.

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Celebrate

Kick off the Year of the Pig with lion dancing and dumplings at Sydney’s Lunar New Year Festival.

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Walk

Ramble through the heritagelisted Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney, a 30-hectare oasis of serenity in the heart of the city.

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Drink

Sip a margarita at Bar Patron, a Mexican restaurant overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Explore

Catch a ferry from Circular Quay to spectacular Manly for an unforgettable day trip by the sea with so much to see and do.

“SUGAR REPUBLIC” AT MYER SYDNEY CITY, PHOTO: @HELLOURBANSAFARI.

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Ongoing

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory Experience the wonders of Wonka like never before in this new production based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl. Get ready for Oompa-Loompas, new and much-loved songs, the great glass elevator and a riotous good time.

Capitol Theatre, Campbell Street, Haymarket. charliethemusical.com.au 14

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Feb 15

Carriageworks Night Markets Sample food from 60 stalls from Australia's best chefs and producers in this ticketed event curated by Kylie Kwong. The Night Market also features live music, DJs, cooking demonstrations and celebrates locally-sourced dishes inspired by global communities and story-telling, drawing inspiration from Nick Cave’s installation "UNTIL".

245 Wilson St, Eveleigh. carriageworks.com.au

TOP: “CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY”. BOTTOM: KYLIE KWONG, CARRIAGEWORKS NIGHT MARKETS, PHOTO: DANIEL BOUD.

February at a Glance

Whales | Tohora(Ongoing)

Lennon –Through a Glass Onion Part concert and part biography, this compelling show reveals the life of one of the most talented musical icons of our time. “Lennon – Through a Glass Onion” features 31 of Lennon’s hits, including numbers from his collaborations with McCartney. Songs include “Imagine”, “Strawberry Fields Forever”, “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds”, and “Jealous Guy”. Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney.

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Dive into the incredible world of whales in this innovative and immersive exhibition. australianmuseum.net.au

Nick Cave: Until (Ongoing)

Feb 13–Mar 3

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

"Until", the large-scale installation by Nick Cave is comprised of thousands of found objects, the sheer scale of which must be seen to be believed. carriageworks.com.au

In this new slap-stick take on the J M Barrie classic, the fictitious Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society's production of Peter Pan just won't go right. The cast battle against technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes in their attempts to fly to Neverland, ending in hilarity and disaster.

Sydney Lyric Theatre, 55 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont.

1300 795 267. peterpangoeswrong.com.au

St.George OpenAir Cinema (Feb 1–16) Watch a movie with the best view in town at the St.George OpenAir Cinema.

Located at Mrs. Macquarie's Point, the Sydney Harbour backdrop can't be beat. stgeorgeopenair.com.au

TOP: JOHN WATERS IN “LENNON – THROUGH A GLASS ONION”, PHOTO: © JOAN MARCUS. MIDDLE: "PETER PAN GOES WRONG", PHOTO: © DAVID WATSON PHOTOGRAPHY.

Feb 19–24

Ongoing

Plants with Bite Sink your teeth into a free floral display of carnivorous plants, alongside a series of events to tantalise your senses. See the creepy and cunning carnivorous plants that will satisfy your hunger for learning about the floral food chain. The Calyx at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney. rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Until Feb 19

Lunar New Year Dining Sydney’s renowned retail hub, Market City is set to come alive this Lunar New Year with an exciting array of events until 19 February. Foodies can toast the Year of the Pig at Market City’s newly transformed 1909 Dining Precinct on level 3, tucking into exclusive dishes and banquet menus from a stellar line-up of seven deluxe Asian restaurants including The Eight, Beijing Impression, Mr Meng Chongqing Gourmet, The Dolar Shop and more.

Market City, 1909 Dining Precinct, 9-13 Hay Street, Haymarket.

TOP RIGHT: LONGEST TOMATO LUNCH. BOTTOM LEFT: THE DOLAR SHOP.

9288 8900. marketcity.com.au

Feb 16–17

Tomato Festival Sydney A tasty two-day harbourside food festival celebrating all things tomato, the Tomato Festival Sydney returns with a village market, free gardening talks and cooking demonstrations, Relish pop-up café & bar, free Garden tours, children’s activities including pizza making, Harris Farm Markets Tomato Mandala, home-grown tomato competitions, Free Diggers Heirloom Tomato Taste Test and the fabulous Longest Tomato Lunch.

There’s a new theme this year: celebrating the magic of seeds, and a Retro Movie Experience: “Attack of the Killer Tomatoes”.

Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney. 9231 8111. rbgysd.nsw.gov.au/tomato 17

IN FEBRUARY Judith Lucy (Feb 1-10)

Lily Allen (Feb 4-5) Don’t miss legendary British singer Lily Allen, performing live at the Enmore Theatre.

Following the release of her record, “No Shame”, Lily brings her raw and truthful pop songs to Sydney for the first time in four years. enmoretheatre.com.au

Feb 9

Tropfest he world s largest short lm festival, Tropfest Australia, returns to arramatta ark.

Founded in 199 lm director John Polson, Tropfest is Australia s most prestigious short lm festi al and a popular outdoor e ent. E er lm must e made speci call for Tropfest and include the ropfest Signature tem, which changes each ear. 1 Finalists are selected from hundreds of entries. ack a picnic and make a night of it under the stars. he rescent, arramatta ark.

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Ongoing

Moonlight Cinema Moonlight Cinema screens new releases and fan favourites in an open-air cinema at Centennial Park. New releases include "Mary Queen of Scotts", "Mary Poppins Returns", "Aquaman", "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Green Book". BYO drinks and snacks or buy from the bar and food truck, and relax under the stars for an unforgettable cinematic experience.

Belvedere Ampitheatre, Centennial Park. moonlight.com.au.

Sara Millican (Feb 7–8) Catch award-winning comedian and writer Sarah Millican in her latest stand-up show “Control Enthusiast” performing live at the Sydney State Theatre. Book tickets at Tickemaster 136 100 or online ticketmaster.com.au

Eddie Izzard (Feb 21) Eddie Izzard's brand-new comedy show explores his view of life, love, history and his ‘theory of the universe’.

The show touches on everything from humans over the last 100,000 years to talking dogs and animal superheroes.

Book tickets at Ticketmaster 136 100 or ticketmaster.com.au

TOP: RACHEL GRIFFITHS, JOHN POLSON AND SUSAN SARANDON AT TROPFEST, PHOTO: ENZO AMATO. BOTTOM: MOONLIGHT CINEMA, PHOTO: KEN BUTTI.

Comedien Judith Lucy is back with her brand new show “Judith Lucy vs Men”, live at the Sydney Opera House. Her fast, furiously funny show will leave the audience in stitches. sydneyoperahouse.com

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Sydneyʼs LGBTQI Community Celebrate Fearlessly The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras returns with a bigger, bolder and more diverse two-week program, jam-packed with over 100 community events, dance parties, theatre, music and family-focussed fun.

With its new them, “FEARLESSˮ, the Mardi Gras in 2019 acknowledges the courageous self-expression of LGBTQI advocates, activists and individuals across the globe and is a call to action for the community to be strong, live brave, be proud and unite at Mardi Gras to celebrate together without fear. New in 2019 is an exciting program of local and international queer performance, theatre, music, dance, burlesque and cabaret as the Seymour Centre is transformed into Mardi Gras Central.

Other events include Queer Art After Hours at the Art Gallery of NSW, Luna Park Family Fun Day, Koori Gras, Sissy Ball at Carriageworks, the Strictly Kaftan Party and the Requiem Mass: A Queer Divine Rite. The Festival culminates with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.

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of over 1500 personal images.

250 of the images were digitised and enlarged, and form the basis of the exhibition, exploring the everyday life of Sydney and its people during the Depression, WWII and postwar years. slm.com.au For more great exhibitions in the city visit wheretraveler.com

TOP LEFT: SISSY BALL, PHOTO: KEN LEANFORE. TOP RIGHT: RONALD JONES & DOROTHY ROOTSY, 1940, COURTESY OF LAURA STEDMAN.

“Street

Tomato Festival Sydney Harbourside Food Festival at the Royal Botanic Garden

Sat 16 – Sun 17 February, from 10 am Festival Village Market | Tomato Mandala | Gardening Talks Cooking demonstrations | Masterclass with Paul West of River Cottage Australia | Diggers Heirloom Tomato Taste Test Retro Movie Night – Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! | Children’s activities | Guided tours | Longest Tomato Lunch Free and ticketed events. Bookings: rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/tomato

Book now!

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Lunar New Year

at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Celebrate the new Lunar Year and ring in the Year of the Pig! With a delicious tasting menu, Lion and Dragon dance performance and more, there’s something for everyone to experience at the Garden.

Dumpling station at The Calyx, 1 – 10 February, 10 am – 4 pm Chinese music performance, 5 February, 12.30 pm. Free Lion and Dragon Dance performance, 7 February, 12 pm. Free Tour of the HSBC Oriental Garden, 8 February, 10 am – 12.30 pm, $30 pp Free and ticketed events. Bookings: rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/lunar

Book now!

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At Last–The Etta James Story

The talented and turmultuous life of a soul legend comes to the stage in “At Last–

TURANDOT

Experience love in an exotic world. pera Australia presents Graeme Murph ʼs adaptation of ucciniʼs “ urrandot . A fantas opera of poetr and m th, urandot is set in an exotic world where fear and lo e go hand in hand and death is alwa s ust around the corner. American suprano Am er Wagner pla s the ic princess urandot while Andeka Gorrotxategi pla s al f, singing one of the most recognised tenor arias of all time, “Nessun orma . tʼs impossi le not to get emotionall in ested in the stor of a rutal princess and an impossi l ra e suitor, who will make an sacri ce to win her lo e.

Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House, Sydney. 9318 8200. opera.org.au

The Etta James Story”. The show stars Vika Bull, performing the six-time Grammy Award-winner's most beloved songs including “Tell Mama”, “Something’s Got A Hold Of Me”, and her iconic signature song, “At Last”. Don't miss the chance to see Etta's story brought to life.

12-17 February, The Playhouse,

SSO Casino Royale Feb 28-Mar 1 The Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents the Australian premiere of “Casino Royale” in Concert at the Sydney Opera House.

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Lauryn Hill at Qudos Bank Arena Feb 7

Lauryn Hill returns to Sydney with her “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” 20th Anniversary Tour.

My Leonard Cohen

By Stewart D'Arrietta Feb 11 Stewart D’Arrietta and his 7 piece band will perform hit songs by the legendary, late Leonard Cohen.

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Sydney’s answer to Central Park, Centennial Parklands offers vast green fields, lakes and trees, giving you the perfect place to take a break from the bustling city.

Showcasing art from across the Asia-Pacific for close to forty years, the Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery exhibits emerging and well-known artists.

The Moonlight Cinema, located in Centennial Parklands, offers a magical opportunity to see your favourite new and classic flicks under the stars.

The Sydney Cricket Ground is a quintessential part of Sydney’s sporting culture.

Catch your favourite sport in the 46,000 capacity stadium, whether it be cricket, AFL or soccer.

You can also join a guided tour and delve deep into the venue’s history.

 Centennial Parklands Grand Drive, Centennial Parklands, Sydney. centennialparklands.com.au

 Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery 8 Soudan Lane, Paddington. roslynoxley9.com.au

Shop Need some stylish vintage threads? Get down to Red Threads, browse their racks, and come away with an entire new outfit for under $100! On the other end of the fashion spectrum is Parlour X, boasting a selection of high-profile clothing by designers such as Balenciaga and Chloé.

 Moonlight Cinema Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Park, Paddington. moonlight.com.au

 The Sydney Cricket Ground Moore Park Road, Moore Park. scgt.nsw.gov.au

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390 Oxford Street, Paddington. redcross.org.au

The Unicorn Hotel is a true-blue Aussie pub.

Whether you’re hankering for a classic burger, steak or schnitzel or just want to grab a drink, this is the place to go. With a vast array of natural wines and a classic selection of craft beers on tap, you’ll be sure to leave with your thirst quenched and your hunger tamed.

 Parlour X

 The Unicorn Hotel

261 Oxford Street, Paddington. parlourx.com

106 Oxford Street, Paddington. theunicornhotel.com.au

 Red Threads

Clockwise From top: Moonlight Cinema; The Unicorn Hotel; Centennial Park; Parlour X.

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Manly’s beachside locale has over 150 bars, cafés and restaurants to explore.

Or bring a picnic blanket and enjoy the World Food Markets at Gilbert Park, every Friday evening 5-9pm with live music and a variety of cuisines from around the world. Check out the laneways of Manly and discover Fika, a Swedish café bringing the spirit of Scandinavian culture to the heart of Manly.

For summer cocktails and local hotspots, explore the beach and harbour side venues of Manly. Enjoy an authentic classic Cuban Mojito at Havana Beach or on the Harbour side, the Manly Skiff Club offers amazing harbour views. If funky laneways are more your style, try Cured for a delicious range of salami, pickles and cheeses complemented by their carefully selected wine and beer menu.

 Fika Swedish Café

 Havana Beach

5b Market Lane, Manly.

Swedishkitchen.com.au

3/14 South Steyne, Manly. havanabeach.com.au

 World Food Markets

 Manly Skiff Club

Gilbert Park, Belgrave Street, Manly. northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Cnr East Esplanade & Stuart Street, Manly. manlyskiff.com.au

Shop Spoilt for choice in Manly, browse the funky boutiques, from French linen to surf wear or check out the unique openair weekend markets 9am-5pm, featuring local designs, art and fashion (weather permitting).

 Andrea & Joen 29 Sydney Road, Manly. andreaandjoen.com

 Ripcurl 100 The Corso, Manly. ripcurl.com.au

 Market Market Place Sydney Road, Manly.

Manlymarketplace.com.au

 Cured 42 Market Lane, Manly. curedmanly.com.au

Explore Manly is a great place to get outdoors with the family.

Why not hire a bike and take a scenic ride to North Head, or explore Cabbage Tree Bay Marine Reserve with a guided snorkel tour by Ecotreasures.

Looking for more local, insider’s knowledge? Drop into Hello Manly – the Official Booking and Information Centre to grab your free map and quiz the friendly staff for information regarding all your booking and activity needs.

Clockwise from top: World Food Markets; North Head lookout; Manly Beach at South Steyne; Fika.

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Very Vegan Go green this month and try one of these vegan hotspots in Sydney. By Christine Knight VEGAN ISN’T THE DIRTY WORD it used to be. With Australia as the third fastest growing vegan market in the world, it’s not surprising to find plant-based restaurants popping up all over Sydney to meet the growing demand. We’ve eaten our way around the suburbs of Sydney to find seven of the hottest vegan spots that we know you’ll love.

SYDNEY VEGAN MARKET On the third Sunday of every month, head to The Entertainment Quarter

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to enjoy a plethora of vegan delights at Sydney Vegan Market. You’ll find not just vegan treats, but also crueltyfree homewares and fashion. The market is presented by Vegan NSW and runs from 9am to 5pm so you can make a day of it with local musicians performing and a kids’ area with face painting and games.

The Entertainment Quarter, 122 Lang Road, Moore Park. 9am–5pm, third Sunday of the month. sydneyveganmarket.com

SHIFT EATERY Sydney’s first vegan deli offers up a large range of cruelty-free food and beverages including sandwiches, specialty coffee, chocolate, ice-cream, pies, cheese, milk and “mock” meats.

Pick up some goods to make at home or dine in and enjoy the all-day menu that includes toasties, sandwiches and bowls. You’ll have to come back several times to try a bit of everything!

4/241 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills. Daily 8am-3pm.

9281 5053. shifteatery.com.au

GIGI PIZZERIA Pizza so good it’s worth lining up for!

Gigi’s owner, Marco Mattino, removed all animal products from the menu in 2015, and now makes his traditional Neapolitan pizzas without meat and cheese. Featured on the menu is

know you’ll be eating food that’s good for your body and soul. Try the vegetable curry puffs, sweet Japanese pumpkin dumplings and the Vietnamese tofu rice paper rolls.

Or, better yet, take a group of friends and try one of everything.

Lower Mezzanine Level of Cook and Philip Park, 2–4 College Street, Sydney. Lunch (yum cha) Mon-Fri 11am–3pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm and dinner Tue–Sun (à la carte) 5pm–10pm. 9360 2523. bodhirestaurant.com.au

THE GREEN LION

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: SHIFT EATERY. SOUL EATERY. GATHERED KITCHEN.

The Red Lion Hotel, in the inner west suburb of Rozelle, is where you’ll find The Green Lion—Australia’s first pub restaurant serving 100% plantbased food. All the classic pub foods have been recreated with vegan ingredients; burgers, hot dogs, pizza, lasagna, chicken schnitty, “seafood” basket, nachos … they’re all meatand dairy-free, and pretty delicious to boot.

726 Darling Street, Rozelle. 0424 115 466. thegreenlion.com.au plenty of fresh produce in creative combinations such as potatoes with truffle paste and calzone with pumpkin. Mattino replaces the creaminess of cheese with seed, nut and fruit products rather than traditional vegan cheese. The result?

You’ll have to join the queue to find out for yourself!

379 King Street, Newtown. Daily 6pm– 10.30pm. 9557 2224. gigipizzeria.com.au

BODHI RESTAURANT A family-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, Bodhi has been a staple of vegan dining in Sydney for 30 years.

Visit Bodhi at lunchtime to enjoy their yum cha menu, served beneath fig trees and hanging lanterns. With a focus on fresh produce bought from local growers with ethical and sustainable farming practices, you

big, juicy and filling—packed with flavour and dripping with vegan cheese, caramelized onion, tomato relish and herbed mayo. The “beef” patties are created with pea and soy proteins—even meat-lovers will be impressed by the similarity to the real deal. Order a side of potato chips and a house-made coconut shake to round out the meal, and finish up with a coconut gelato—100% of proceeds from the gelato go to charity.

111 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Also located at Randwick and Parramatta. soulburger.com.au

GATHERED KITCHEN This little cafe in Glebe offers a 100% plant-based menu, with a focus on organic produce and dishes piled with vegetables rather than traditional mock meat. Try the pulled jackfruit or quinoa-chickpea burger for lunch (there’s even a bagel with vegan bacon and haloumi on the menu!), and end your visit with a guilt-free dessert. All of the delicious pastries on offer are refined sugar-free. Palmiers, croissants and cruffins—how will you choose between them?

99 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Mon–Fri 9am– 3pm, Sat 8am–5pm and Sun 8am–4pm. gatheredkitchen.com.au

SOUL BURGER Choose from 13 plant-based burgers at Sydney’s only entirely vegan burger joint. The burgers are

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Harbour Town Spectacular fireworks, an internationally renowned yacht race and a world famous opera house.

SYDNEY’S ICONIC HARBOUR HAS pretty much seen it all since then Lieutenant James Cook arrived aboard the Endeavour in 1770 and named it Port Jackson. It was here that the first settlers set up camp in 1788 and the harbour has been an important part of city life ever since, used for transportation and recreation.

Little wonder it is widely regarded as the greatest leisure harbour in the world. On any given day, the harbour is alive with boats of all shapes and sizes, be it passenger ferries, stateof-the-art yachts or kayakers. This is particularly true during the traditional Boxing Day launch of the Rolex Sydney to Hobart yacht race, when hundreds of craft follow the racers out of the harbour. And on New Year’s Eve, there’s no better spot to be than on a boat beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge as the breathtaking fireworks display takes place in the skies above.

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THIS PAGE FROM TOP: MY FAST FERRY. SAIL GP, PHOTO: CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES. OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTO: HUGH STEWART/DESTINATION NSW.

While the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are its two most famous landmarks, the harbour has plenty more sights up its sleeve. Circular Quay, Luna Park and Anzac Bridge are all accessible and visible from the water along with hundreds of bays, coves, beaches and waterways. Several islands can also be found in the harbour, the most notable being Fort Denison, Shark Island and Cockatoo Island.

With so much to see and do, it pays to plan ahead and the good news is that there are plenty of ways to get out on the water, designed to suit all budgets, time frames and interests.

Multi-award winning Captain Cook Cruises offers premium dining, sightseeing, ferry and whale watching cruises. The Harbour Story cruise combines premium sightseeing with the stories of Sydney’s most fascinating characters every day at 10am and 2.15pm from Circular Quay. Upgrade to the premium package including a glass of sparkling wine, morning afternoon tea selection and coffee to order.

Sydney’s official Hop On Hop Off Harbour Explorer pass includes up to 11 stops and up to two days to visit them.

These red rocket ferries zoom between Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watson’s Bay, Fort Denison, Sydney Fish Market, Shark Island, Luna Park, Manly, Maritime Museum, Barangaroo, ICC Sydney and Darling Harbour with commentary. Start your journey from Circular Quay, Darling Harbour or Manly and save up to 75% on attraction entry with a Captain Cook cruise and attraction combo ticket including entry to Sydney’s most popular waterfront attractions.

The company’s flagships Sydney 2000 and John Cadman 2 take Sydney Harbour dining to an impressive level. A comprehensive range of lunch, high tea and dinner options operate daily with a choice of contemporary Australian buffet, à la carte, and six-course degustation menus.

February is packed with events to suit everyone. Sydney Harbour is the most romantic destination in Sydney

for Valentine’s Day (14 Feb) with specialty cruises for lovers of all ages. NSW Seniors can take advantage of amazing savings during NSW Festival (13-24 Feb). Thrill seekers can grab supercharged tickets to all the action of grand prix sailing during the first SailGP (15-16 Feb).

Barangaroo Fast Ferry is the new direct services between Manly and Sydney’s newest and most exciting city precinct— Barangaroo. From the calm headland reserve to the urban energy of the retail centre, Barangaroo is a place to meet, work dine or relax. Captain Cook Cruises operate two fast vessels daily, seating up to 400 passengers.

See Sydney’s top harbour destinations with the one great value ticket, My Fast Ferry, which offers unlimited ferry trips over a 48 hours period to seven iconic destinations: Manly, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Rose Bay and the historic (and somewhat spooky at night) Quarantine Station.

This ticket offers the most inclusions for your dollars spent, has the highest service frequency and the longest operating hours, so you don’t get stuck during a day trip with no way to get home again. The My Fast Ferry ticket also includes unlimited travel on the popular Manly Fast Ferry.

If you only have a short window to see Sydney Harbour, take a one or twohour cruise. They're available daily, with regular departures from Wharf 6 Circular Quay and Darling Harbour, and include glimpses of all the harbour highlights.

For those who are keen to see iconic Manly Beach, take the fast ferry and be at your destination in only 18 minutes, with services departing every 20 minutes from Circular Quay, Wharf 2. My Fast Ferry ticket offices are located on wharves 2 and 6 at Circular Quay, Manly Wharf and Darling Harbour, Pier 26 shop 2B. Not sure which is the best option for seeing all the sights? Chat with the helpful My Fast Ferry staff on how to get the most out of your time on Sydney Harbour.

Opal Cards are accepted on most My Fast Ferry services. Book online at myfastferry.com.au

W HE RE TO B O O K :  CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES. Departs Wharf 6, Circular Quay and Pier 26, Darling Harbour. Tel: 9206 1111. captaincook.com.au barangaroofastferry.com.au  MY FAST FERRY. Harbour Sightseeing cruise departs Wharf 6, Circular Quay and to Manly departs Wharf 2, Circular Quay.

The My Fast Ferry App is a free download for iOS and Android from myfastferry.com.au/app Tel: 9583 1199. myfastferry.com.au  SYDNEY HARBOUR ECO HOPPER. Tel: 9583 1199. ecohopper.com.au

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Australian opal is not only the world’s most fascinating and colourful gemstone, it can also be a sound long-term investment.

Fire from the Outback CALLED ‘THE RAINBOW STONE’ by Australia’s Aboriginal people, opal is without doubt one of nature’s most remarkable gifts. It is now recognised as one of the five precious gemstones in the world, along with diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires, and is an excellent investment.

While small amounts of opals may be found in other countries such as Ethiopia, Mexico and the USA, Australia produces more than 90 per cent of the world’s supply. The romance of the opal is in the gem’s incredible ability to expose an infinite number of colours, forever moving with the light. Mined in the outback

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of Australia across three states, it is as much the call of the outback that lures the opal miner and keeps them going. Scorched landscapes and blazing red sunsets, the night stars from horizon to horizon, this is a hauntingly beautiful country that penetrates one’s soul.

The elusive opal was formed millions of years ago when liquid silica filtered down into the faults and fissures of sedimentary rock. When the water content evaporated, tiny spheres of silica remained and over time were solidified.

The intensity and combination of colour occur with such variety that

each gem has an individual character.

In 1964 the CSIRO (Australia’s national research laboratories) unlocked the riddle of why opals have such colours.

Opal is composed of minute particles of silica in closely packed spherical aggregates. It is the varying arrangement of these particles (and, of course, cavities) that causes the reflected light to be split into the full range of colours of the spectrum.

There are three main production areas in Australia for mining opals.

There’s the bright and beautiful Queensland boulder opal which is mined around the Quilpie area in Western Queensland.

The intensity and combination of colour occur with such variety that each gem has an individual character.

T H E R A I N B O W S TO N E :

(Opposite page) Jewellery designed

by Fiona Altmann, Altmann + Cherny.

(Left) Opal ring from Giulians.

(Above) Jewellery from The Great Reef Collection by Opal Minded.

Lightning Ridge in New South Wales is the home of the famous black opal which derives its name from the colour of the nobbies or pieces of rough opal in which the gems are usually found.

The third area is Coober Pedy and Mintabie in South Australia.

Coober Pedy is an Aboriginal name, meaning ‘white man in a hole’, which describes exactly what miners still do today—live underground to escape the fierce heat of summer.

This is where the white or milk opals are mined.

The value of an opal depends on the amount and brilliance of the colour, preferably being evenly distributed across the face of the polished gem. The greater the spectrum of colours from red to

violet, the better, with crimson, reds and orange being rarer than the greens and blues. Milkiness, cloudiness or greyness detracts from the value.

Ideally, the greater the number of colours, the more prized the gem, and if these are arranged in a block pattern, more value is added.

The extremes are pin-sized dots of colour (pinfire) to one large sheet of colour (broadflash) covering the whole stone. The elusive ‘harlequin’ is the ultimate in this form but is very rare.

Shapes of the finished opal vary according to the characteristics of each stone. Boulder opal is usually cut in baroque or free form, whereas seam opal is at its best presented in cabochon (domed) form.

If you are buying an unset opal, it is important to consider the way it will eventually be worn.

For example, some opals will offer a better play of colour when worn vertically, as in a brooch or pendant, whereas others are best flat, as in a ring setting.

There is a great deal to consider when investing in your opal, but expert advice is available for your complete pleasure and pride in an ever-inspiring piece of jewellery.

Above all, buy the opal colour that appeals to you. Enjoy your purchase, knowing it’s geologically millions of years old, but will give you pleasure every day of the year.

Opals—truly nature’s own fireworks!

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Birkenhead Point’s new guest services lounge Birkenhead Point Brand Outlet has launched its brand-new Guest Services Lounge as a complimentary space for visitors to relax and recharge whilst visiting the centre. This new facility is located on Level 2 and provides dedicated guest services staff and lounge services including light drink refreshments, charging pods, local and international papers and magazines, free Wi-Fi, information on the centre’s award-winning Shopper Hopper ferry service as well as other centre amenities and storage facilities.

Birkenhead Point, 19 Roseby Street, Drummoyne. 9812 8800. birkenheadpoint.com.au

Australia’s largest luxury designer store, Estro is your one-stop shop for everything fashion. Estro offers local and visiting fashionistas a wide selection of the latest fashion and accessories from Europe’s most prestigious designers. Touch and feel the up-to-date European collections on the rack, with 10,000 discounted ladies and men’s designer fashion items, including Moschino, Valentino, Prada, Fendi, Gucci, Versace, Armani, Kenzo, Max Mara, Lanvin, Giuseppe Zanotti, Dolce & Gabbana, Miu Miu, Givenchy and many others. All available for immediate purchase.

192 Pitt Street, Sydney.

183 Pitt Street, Sydney.

72 Castlereagh Street, Sydney. 20 Bridge Street (ASX Building), Sydney.

204 Botany Road, Alexandria. estro.com.au

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ET AL

Et Al has a cult fashion following as an Australian label that is well known for its relaxed tailoring and timeless pieces that transcend gender, age and calibre. The staff are enlightening and provide a personalised styling service with extensive knowledge of the Et Al aesthetic. Et Al offers men’s and women’s clothing with an extensive size range available.

Shop 40, Level 1, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George Street, Sydney.

9267 6476. etal-australia.com GORMAN

Australian fashion label Gorman brings fun and colour to their cool clothing.

From dresses, tops, pants and jackets, to funky socks and shoes, Gorman offer a very unique and colourful take on Australian style,

often in a range of quirky patterns and colours.

Shop 18, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George Street, Sydney. 9269 0992.

The Galeries, 500 George Street, Sydney. 9261 0971. gormanshop.com.au IGNAZIA

Ignazia produces their own unique label of easy to wear garments, both timeless and classic made from the very best fabric. They also stock a range of labels including Mela Purdie, Verge, Sarah Pacini and more.

Shop 4037, Level 4, Westfield Sydney, 185 Pitt Street, Sydney. 9233 2007. Shop 2043, Westfield Bondi Junction, 500 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction. 9389 4348. Shop L109 Chatswood Chase, Chatswood. 9411 7699. Shop 7/10, MLC Centre, Sydney.

9232 3787. 633 Military Road, Mosman. 9960 5284. ignazia.com.au

PETER ALEXANDER

Australia’s pyjama king, Peter Alexander, is a mustvisit for all your stylish sleepwear needs. From chic slippers to luxe robes, and a host of funky sleepwear options, including men’s, women’s and children’s pyjamas, Peter Alexander has created a loyal following. Look out for the ever-popular designer collections with your favourite characters, like Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh.

Shop 2037 Westfield Sydney, Pitt Street Mall, Sydney.

9223 7451. Shop L00.57 Mid City, 197-211 Pitt St Mall, Sydney. 9232 4941. Shop 10.37 World Square, 644 George Street, Sydney. 8098 0487. peteralexander.com.au PRADA

Founded in 1913, Prada is an Italian fashion house that is always on trend and

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pushing fashion boundaries.

View their latest seasonal collections, as well as luxury handbags and accessories.

Shop 3015, Westfield Sydney, 188 Pitt Street, Sydney.

9223 8322. prada.com SMOOTH

Smooth is Australia’s premier age positive, size positive brand. Designers Amanda Owens and Catherine McQuade met in the 80s when Cathy’s pop group Deckchairs Overboard played at Amanda’s nightclub, Stranded. They became best friends and in 2000 launched Smooth, designing elegant but funky pieces for women over 40. 100% Australian made, they offer an exclusive range of both special event and casual wear.

139 George Street, The Rocks. 9252 7451. smoothaustralia.com.au UNIQLO

Get back to high-quality basics with UNIQLO’s wide range of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing.

From their famous ultralight down puffer jackets, to their fine-merino wool sweaters, UNIQLO has an enormous range, all stocked in a wide variety of colours. Check out their designer collaboration collections too!

MidCity Centre, L01.01 Level 1, 197 Pitt St Mall, Sydney. 9232 6862. uniqlo.com/au

BEAUTY

AESOP

Visit Aesop’s signature stores and you’ll walk into a beautiful, meticulouslycrafted space. This iconic Australian skincare brand offers a unique range of skin, hair and body care products formulated in their custombuilt laboratory using ingredients from the

most reputable suppliers across the globe.

Shop 4033, Level 4, Westfield Sydney, Pitt Street Mall, Sydney. 9239 0477. Shop 20, The Strand Arcade, 412–414 George Street, The Strand Arcade, Sydney. 9235 2353.

95 George Street, The Rocks.

9247 0788. aesop.com/au MECCA COSMETICA

Bringing you exclusive and hard-to-find brands from around the world, Mecca Cosmetica is your one-stop-shop for all things beauty including cosmetics, skincare, haircare and bodycare. Their friendly staff will help you find products and solutions best suited to you.

Shop 50/52, Level 1, The Strand Arcade, 412–414 George Street, Sydney.

9223 3176. 1 Glenmore Road, Paddington. 9361 4488. mecca.com.au NAPOLEAN PERDIS

Successful Australian cosmetics brand Napolean Perdis has been making cult beauty products for 25 years. Visit one of their concept stores to try the products for yourself and get tips and tricks on how to apply your make-up with their innovative beauty products.

285a Crown Street, Surry Hills. 9380 7593. napoleonperdis.com SEPHORA

Make-up lovers rejoice, Sephora has made its mark in Pitt Street Mall. Favourite brands Benefit Cosmetics, Marc Jacobs Beauty and tarte are available, as well as Sephora Collection, and Rihanna’s own Fenty Beauty.

Shop 2043, 188 Pitt Street, Sydney. 9221 5703. sephora.com.au

BOOKS AND MUSIC

BOOKS KINOKUNIYA

In the heart of the city, stop by the enormous Books Kinokuniya and browse their extensive collection of Manga, graphic novels, art and design books, cookbooks, travel books and children’s literature.

This Japanese chain also has a great range of Chinese books and magazines.

Level 2, The Galeries, 500 George Street, Sydney.

9262 7996. kinokuniya.com.au DYMOCKS

This Australian book retailer has a huge flagship store on George Street offering three floors of every genre imaginable. There’s a large selection of children’s books downstairs, as well as a variety of stationery and gifts. Relax with a book at the café on the second floor.

424 George Street (between King and Market Street), Sydney. 9235 0155. dymocks.com.au RED EYE RECORDS

Head down the stairs to Red Eye Records and enter a music lover’s dream. With a wide range of not only CDs, but also new and classic vinyl records, you are sure to pick up an indie, alternative, rock or pop gem.

143 York Street, (opposite the Queen Victoria Building), Sydney. 9267 7440. redeye.com.au

DEPARTMENT STORES

DAVID JONES

David Jones is the oldest department store in the world that’s still operating under its own name. An Australian institution, its fashion shows are the main highlight of every fashion season. Here is where you will find a range of leading Australian fashion designers like Camilla, Carla Zampatti

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and Zimmermann.

86–108 Castlereagh Street and 65–77 Market Street, Sydney. 9266 5544. davidjones.com.au MYER

Myer is Australia’s largest department store group.

They stock everything from fashion, accessories, beauty and fragrances to electrical goods and homewares.

A leader in the fashion and style stakes for over 100 years, they offer a wide range of top fashion brands including Cue, Tony Bianco and Wayne Cooper.

436 George Street, Sydney.

8015 6580. myer.com.au

DUTY FREE

T GALLERIA BY DFS

Sydney’s only luxury duty and tax free destination in Sydney offers over 150 brands to choose from, including exclusive collections and a wide range of local products.

This is your trusted source for the finest in fashion and accessories, beauty and fragrances, watches and jewellery and wines and spirits, complementing every aspect of your lifestyle. Bilingual staff are on hand to offer product expertise.

155 George Street, The Rocks. 8243 8666. dfs.com/en/sydney

HOME AND DESIGN

DINOSAUR DESIGNS

The beautifully crafted wares of designers Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy are what make Dinosaur Designs so unique. Renowned for their jewellery and homewares crafted from resin, you can be sure to pick up a very special piece. The hardest part is choosing from a huge vibrant, rainbow of colours.

Shop 77, Strand Arcade,

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412–414 George Street, Sydney. 9223 2953.

339 Oxford Street, Paddington. 9361 3776. dinosaurdesigns.com.au

455 George Street, Sydney. 9261 2674. victoriasbasement.com.au

KIKKI.K

To discover the mystical, unique Australian opal look no further than the experience and passion of this third-generation family business. Celebrating their 70-year anniversary in 2018, Altmann + Cherny is internationally recognised as the oldest Australian opal jewellers. The extraordinary artistic talent of Fiona Altmann, is highlighted in her stunning jewellery designs. The shape and colour of the opal is carefully considered when designing the setting to highlight all the beauty of the opal.

18 Pitt Street, (Circular Quay) Sydney. 9251 9477. altmanncherny.com.au

For stationery, notebooks, journals and homewares with a Scandinavian touch head to kikki.K. Their beautiful functional designs will bring some joy to your everyday.

Check out their travel range of travel diaries, purses, luggage tags and bags.

Shop LG24, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George Street, Sydney. 8264 0123.

Shop 2036, Level 2, Westfield Sydney, 188 Pitt Street, Sydney.

8098 0147. kikki-k.com MARIMEKKO

A visit to Finnish design house, Marimekko, is a treat for all design lovers. From their bold colourful designs to their quality crafted homewares, Marimekko are renowned the world over. Pick up delightful design pieces including clothing, shoes, fabric, bags, crockery, glassware, bedding and more.

Westfield Sydney Shopping Centre, Shop 2011/2012, Level 2, 188 Pitt Street, Sydney. 9222 4356. marimekko.com.au VICTORIA’S BASEMENT

As the largest retailer in the Queen Victoria Building, Victoria’s Basement has created an inviting shopping bazaar stocking the city’s finest selection of premium giftware, crystal, china, collectables, homeware and kitchenware at heavily discounted prices.

Shop for world-famous brands at their worldfamous basement prices.

Basement Level, Queen Victoria Building,

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JEWELLERY

ALTMANN + CHERNY

GIULIANS

Visit this family-owned European-style jewellery salon and discover exceptional pieces handcrafted from Australian opals, South Sea pearls and pink, champagne, cognac and white diamonds.

Giulians’ highly trained, multilingual staff will welcome you to a relaxed atmosphere that recalls the intimacy and tradition of a bygone era. Giulians offers quality pieces of original design and remarkable beauty.

Four Seasons Hotel, Level 3, Shop 4, 199 George Street, Sydney. 98 Harrington Street, Sydney. 9247 5630. giulians.com THE NATIONAL OPAL COLLECTION

As one of Australia’s leading opal companies, this centre houses the finest collection of opal

specimens on display anywhere in the world.

A must for overseas visitors interested in Australia’s national gemstone, entry to this museum is free.

Walk through the opal mine and watch opals being cut, while the showroom displays the largest range of opals and opal jewellery anywhere in Australia.

60 Pitt Street, Sydney.

9247 6344. nationalopal.com OPAL MINDED

The Opal Minded store was founded in 1989 and grew out of the continuing familial tradition of opal mining of its founder, John Bernard-Benny. Directly from its own mines in Queensland, Opal Minded offers an unmatched collection of mesmerising Jundah-Opalville opals, which have benchmarked Australian boulder opals since the late 19th century.

Opal Minded’s classical and contemporary designs captivate and impress.

55a George Street, The Rocks. 9247 9885. opalminded.com ROLEX

Rolex watches are renowned for their excellent craftsmanship and technical mechanisms.

The new Datejust 31 in 18ct yellow gold features a dial crafted from malachite, a natural ornamental stone chosen for its intense green colour and beautiful structure. Yellow gold and green: the perfect combination of Rolex’s two emblematic colours.

J. Farren-Price, 80 Castlereagh Street, Sydney. 9231 3299. rolex.com

TAG HEUER

This prestige watch brand uses the finest Swiss watchmaking traditions to create a quality timepiece.

The Sydney TAG Heuer boutique in Pitt Street Mall stocks a wide range of sporting and elegant timepieces. The TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre Heuer 01 is the Swiss watchmaker’s signature Chronograph.

With a 45mm steel modular case and a contemporary sports design, this dynamic timepiece features TAG Heuer’s in-house Calibre Heuer 01 movement.

Available from TAG Heuer boutiques and online.

Cnr Pitt and Market Streets, Sydney. 8223 6200. tagheuer.com.au VOLLÉ JEWELLERY

In the heart of Sydney lies Vollé Jewellery, your passport to the most beautiful Australian opals, South Sea pearls and Argyle pink diamonds that Australia has to offer. Vollé offers an unparalleled jewellery experience for international visitors, who are taken back to the Victorian era as they browse the comprehensive range, with everything from small gifts to precious and rare Australian gems.

149 York Street, (corner of 80 Druitt Street), Sydney.

9269 0898. vollejewellery.com

MARKETS

BONDI MARKETS

Located at Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach, the Bondi Markets are open every Sunday. Supplying a combination of local designer fashion, accessories and homewares, you’ll surely pick up a one-of-a-kind piece.

9am–4pm, Sunday.

Bondi Beach Public School, Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach. bondimarkets.com.au

AUSTRALIAN OPALS ALTMANN + CHERNY. To discover the mystical

VOLLÉ JEWELLERY—For beautiful Australian Opals,

Australian Opal look no further than the experience

Pearls and Pink diamonds, go where locals love to buy.

and passion of this third-generation family business.

Vollé Jewellery specialise in the most beautiful and

Celebrating their 70-year anniversary in 2018, Altmann

uniquely crafted jewellery for men and women. Their

+ Cherny is internationally recognised as the oldest

experienced pearl, opal and pink diamond specialists offer

Australian opal specialists.

an unparalleled jewellery experience, outstanding quality,

From humble beginnings, two refugees from war-torn

and incredible value for money. At Vollé, their award-

Europe, John Altmann and Rudi Cherny were fascinated

winning designers, highly trained multi lingual sales staff

with Australia’s national gemstone, the Opal. They

and a truly unique interactive video experience will guide

established Altmann + Cherny and became a leading

you through the wonders of Australia’s greatest treasures.

authority on this unique gem. In 1956 an amazing opal

Visit Vollé to learn, without any pressure, from their team

was added to their private collection. Now on permanent

lead by Gemmologists and Diamond graders about the

display at Altmann + Cherny’s Pitt Street showroom, “The

unique qualities of Australian Gemstones in a pleasant

Olympic Australis” is the world’s largest and most valuable

and relaxed atmosphere. They have loose gems and

gem opal as recorded in the Guinness Book of Records.

jewellery to suit every budget, from simple, yet stunning

Today, Altmann + Cherny continues to share the

gifts, to major investment pieces of incredible beauty and

magic of Australian opals. Continuing her grandfather’s

value. Vollé have a strong market presence and superb

passion, Fiona Altmann and her team will share their

international reputation. Every gem purchased comes with

knowledge and help you create memories of Australia to

a certificate of authenticity and an international guarantee.

VOLLÉ JEWELLERY 149 York Street, corner 80 Druitt Street (opposite QVB and Town Hall), Sydney. Open Mon–Sat 9.30am–7pm, Sun 10.30am–6.30pm.

Tel: (02) 9269 0898. vollejewellery.com

take home that will last for generations.

ALTMANN + CHERNY – OPAL SPECIALISTS 18 Pitt Street, (Circular Quay) Sydney.Open Mon–Fri 9.30am–5:30pm, Sat–Sun 10am–4pm.

Tel: (02) 9251 9477. altmanncherny.com.au

OPAL MINDED is the one and only opal jewellery

GIULIANS—Uniquely Australian. Exceptional jewels

store in Sydney that operates its own mines, and the

of the highest quality are designed and handcrafted

only one in the world with an extensive collection

exclusively for you in Giulians’ on-premises studio,

of award-winning opals from Jundah-Opalville in

featuring Australian opals, South Sea pearls, precious

Queensland. Established in 1989, this luxury boutique

gems, pink and white diamonds. Giulians, established

grew out of the familial opal-mining tradition with

since 1966, has an enviable international reputation. For

roots in the opal fields of Coober Pedy in the 1960s.

over 50 years this family business has devoted several

Nowadays, Opal Minded’s founder and director,

generations to understanding their clients’ needs.

John Bernard personally chaperons his opals from

This long and personal journey has positioned the

the moment they see the daylight for the first time

Giulians name at the forefront of the jewellery industry.

in millions of years to the moment you fall in love

Gary Coffey, Giulians’ creative Director, embraces each

with them in Sydney. John’s wife, Renata, together

client encounter as if it were his most important to

with Opal Minded’s talented multilingual team,

date. His designs are expressions of unique style and

delivers bespoke jewellery designs, which turn

craftsmanship. Enjoy the luxurious ambience in Giulians’

heads worldwide.

store while you discover the secrets of Australia’s

Opal Minded is conveniently located in the

opals and precious gems. In a relaxed and unhurried

historical The Rocks precinct. Open seven days a

atmosphere family members and staff warmly welcome

week, Opal Minded delights in offering such special

visitors with specialist training. Conveniently located

services as by-appointment or private shopping

on the fringes of the historic Rocks district, Giulians is

experiences, at your request or convenience.

within walking distance of Sydney’s five star hotels.

Trusted by TripAdvisor travellers.

OPAL MINDED 55a George Street, The Rocks. Open daily 9am–6.30pm. Tel: (02) 9247 9885. opalminded.com

GIULIANS Four Seasons Hotel, Level 3, 199 George Street, Sydney. Open Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat–Sun 10am–5pm. Tel: (02) 9247 5630. giulians.com.au

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Every Saturday within the Glebe Public School grounds you’ll find the vibrant and funky Glebe Markets. Staying true to the area’s artistic aesthetic, the markets have a big focus on second-hand goods and local artisans.

Browse around and you’ll find plenty of vintage clothing stalls, handmade resin jewellery, sterling silver jewellery, leather handbags, accessories, candles, soaps and pre-owned DVDs and books. Your inner hippie will love the crystals and dream catchers on offer. 10am– 4pm, every Saturday, Glebe Public School, corner Derby Place and Glebe Point Road, Glebe. glebemarkets.com.au THE ROCKS MARKETS

These markets are great for visitors to Sydney with lots of unique locally designed products, artisanal goods and souvenirs. Meet the makers and discover art, paintings, glassworks, woodworks, lights, stationery, leather bags, jewellery, clothing, scarves, boomerangs, ceramics, beeswax, candles, soaps and so much more! There are food stalls selling corn on the cob, fresh lemonade, meat on skewers, steak sandwiches, Japanese pancakes, burgers and more. Join the queue for the popular market-staple gozleme, or try a German hot dog from the Munich Brauhaus stall.

10am–5pm, every Saturday and Sunday; Playfair Street, George Street and Jack Mundey Place, The Rocks therocks.com

SHOPPING DESTINATIONS

BIRKENHEAD POINT OUTLET CENTRE

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just 10 minutes from the Sydney CBD by the Shopper Hopper from Circular Quay or Harbourside, bus, taxi, car or water taxi and offering up to 70% off the regular retail prices. Birkenhead Point is home to over 120 of your favourite national and international brands including Hugo Boss, Oroton, Nike, Country Road, Calvin Klein, Nine West, Polo Ralph Lauren, Sheridan, Levi’s, Peter Alexander, The Academy Brand, Hype DC, Tommy Hilfiger and Brooks Brothers.

19 Roseby Street, Drummoyne. 9812 8800. birkenheadpoint.com.au BROADWAY SYDNEY

Conveniently located near Central Station and the trendy inner-west suburb of Glebe, Broadway Sydney houses a range of fashion, beauty and homewares stores, great dining and restaurant options, as well as supermarkets, banks, post office, Hoyts Cinemas and major stores, such as Target, Kmart, Aldi and Coles.

1 Bay Street, Ultimo.

8398 5620. broadwaysydney.com.au CENTRAL PARK

Sydney’s downtown shopping centre, a multilevel vertical mall, features everything from fashion (Adidas, Hype DC, Glue) and homewares (Daiso), through to dining and living. Don’t miss the amazing vertical garden and the new 14 screen Palace Central Cinemas.

28 Broadway, Chippendale.

8096 9900. centralparksydney.com THE GALERIES

This boutique shopping haven is where shoppers go to find one-off pieces.

The slick minimalist design features four levels and a central piazza area.

Speciality shops include Books Kinokuniya, Sydney’s largest global bookstore; MUJI, JB Hi-Fi, The Body Shop and fashion stores including 124 Shoes, Incu and Carhartt.

500 George Street, Sydney.

9265 6800. thegaleries.com HARBOURSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE

Harbourside is located on the water’s edge of Darling Harbour, with stores specialising in one-off pieces from local designers and artists, and best of all, Harbourside is open until 9pm every day. With more than 30 eateries, there’s also a mouth-watering array of international cuisine with Eat Street and the Promenade Eatery offering everything from a quick snack to an indulgent dinner.

2–10 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour. 8398 5700. harbourside.com.au PITT STREET MALL

Pitt Street Mall, located in the centre of the CBD, nestled beneath the iconic Sydney Tower, is the heart of Sydney shopping.

Linking shoppers with Westfield Sydney, The Strand, MidCity, flagship fashion boutiques and major department stores like Myer, it is a destination in itself.

Pitt Street, Sydney. pittstreetmall.com.au QUEEN VICTORIA BUILDING

Over 100 years old, this stately icon fills an entire city block. Housing some of Sydney’s most stylish fashion boutiques, art, jewellery and antique stores, restaurants and cafés on five levels, you

can experience Sydney’s chic shopping all at the beautiful QVB. 455 George Street, Sydney.

9265 6800. qvb.com.au THE ROCKS

Wander the historic cobblestoned laneways and charming streets of The Rocks and discover a hidden world of funky boutiques and luxury brands. The Rocks is the home of bespoke fashion where you’ll find something that’s a perfect fit just for you. You can buy unique jewellery, clothing, Australian art, photography and authentic Indigenous artefacts.

George Street and surrounds, The Rocks. therocks.com STRAND ARCADE

This iconic structure is part of Sydney’s history, with fashion, jewellery and accessories on display. The Strand is home to Australian designer fashion boutiques including Alex Perry, Akira and Lover, while jewellery stores include Dinosaur Designs, Mondial by Nadia Neuman and Victoria Buckley Jewellery.

412–414 George Street, Sydney. 9265 6800. strandarcade.com.au WESTFIELD BONDI JUNCTION

If you’re a lover of fashion, then take a short train journey to Bondi Junction in the Eastern Suburbs, where Westfield have created a fashion mecca.

Over several levels, you will find the best of local and international shoes, fashion, accessories, beauty, homewares and food.

500 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction. 9947 8000. westfield.com.au/ bondijunction

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WESTFIELD SYDNEY

Westfield Sydney offers over 300 fashion, lifestyle and food speciality stores, delivering an unrivalled shopping experience in the heart of the CBD. The centre is divided into a series of distinct precincts, such as luxury, urban, Australian and international designers.

Stores include TOD’s, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Zara, CHANEL, Ignazia, Carla Zampatti, Secrets, Mulberry, Prada, Zimmermann and more.

Corner Pitt Street Mall and Market Street, Sydney. 8236 9200. westfield.com.au/sydney WORLD SQUARE

Offering fresh and prepared food, a unique selection of fashion, homewares, lifestyle items and services

with over 90 speciality retailers, World Square is located on the CBD’s bustling George Street and spans three levels of an entire city block.

Enjoy lunch in the relaxing Open Air Square, which is surrounded by restaurants and cafés.

644 George Street, Sydney. 8275 6777. worldsquare.com.au

SPAS & SALONS

CHI, THE SPA

Located at the elegant Shangri-La Hotel Sydney, CHI, The Spa focuses on traditional wellbeing practices, with a focus on Australia with such treatments as the Wattleseed Reawakening, a full-body exfoliation.

Shangri-La Hotel Sydney, 176 Cumberland Street,

The Rocks. 9250 6032. shangri-la.com/sydney/ shangrila/health-leisure/ chi-the-spa/ THE DARLING SPA

This exclusive Sydney spa is home to 11 treatment rooms where you will be pampered from head to toe. Using international brands like La Prairie and ESPA, The Darling Spa also features a heated Moroccan Hammam chamber.

Level 2, The Darling, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont.

9657 8088. star.com.au/ sydney/hotels-and-spa/ the-darling/spa THE DAY SPA BY CHUAN

You’ll find this serene innercity oasis at the bottom of The Langham hotel. With divine facials, relaxing

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massages and body wraps on offer, you’ll also have use of the Jacuzzi, steam rooms and the luxurious 25-metre indoor pool.

Sub-Basement Level, The Langham Sydney, 89–113 Kent Street, Sydney. 8248 5250. langhamhotels.com/ en/the-langham/sydney/ wellness/the-day-spa/ THE SPA AT PARK HYATT SYDNEY

From a native clay and hot oil massage to an Australian uplift, The Spa at Park Hyatt Sydney prides itself on their holistic treatments. For a full day of bliss, try the Australian Awakening package.

Park Hyatt Sydney, 7 Hickson Road, The Rocks. 9256 1633. hyatt.com/corporate/spas/ The-Spa-Sydney/en/ home.html

TECHNOLOGY

APPLE

Sydney’s flagship Apple store on George Street is a threelevel mecca for techheads.

You’ll find the latest models of iPhones, iPads, Macbooks and more, as well as the Genius Bar for any technical difficulties that might pop up on your travels.

367 George Street, Sydney.

8083 9400. apple.com/au JB HI-FI

This home entertainment retailer is the place to pick up the latest release music, movies and more. From Apple products to gaming, TVs, DVDs, CDs and even old-school records, JB Hi-Fi is a one-stop entertainment shop.

Westfield Sydney Shopping Centre, Store 6010, Level 6, Corner Pitt and Market Streets, Sydney. 9928 7000.

Strand Arcade, 412–414 George Street, Sydney.

9928 7200. jbhifi.com.au

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Art During 2019 Kate Owen Gallery will host a series of exhibitions exploring the notion of ‘tradition’ in Aboriginal Art. The inaugural show “Defining Tradition | the first wave and & its disciples” presents artists that have remained faithful disciples of the muted colour palettes and powerful expression of Tjukurrpa (Dreaming) as first set down by the pioneers of western desert art, those present in the remote community of Papunya in 1971.

Until 17 February. 680 Darling Street, Rozelle. 9555 5283.

ART GALLERIES

4A CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ASIAN ART

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art (4A) presents a dynamic program of Asian contemporary art. With a focus on art that addresses the Asian-Australian experience, as well as fostering an understanding between different cultures, 4A is a hidden arts gem near the city’s Chinatown precinct.

181–187 Hay Street, Sydney.

9212 0380. 4a.com.au ABORIGINAL ART GALLERIES

Aboriginal Art Galleries is Sydney’s largest collaborative of Indigenous art galleries, presenting over 140 artists from which to choose. They have on offer Aboriginal artworks, didgeridoos, sculptures, totem poles and other artefacts. View a large variety of beautiful affordable or investment artworks

by Dorothy Napangardi, Walangkura Napanangka, Minnie Pwerle and Kudditji Kngwarreye. Opera Quays, Shop 13, 2 East Circular Quay.

Queen Victoria Building, Shop 47–51, Level 2, 455 George Street, Sydney. 1300 385 862. aboriginalartgalleries.com.au

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ARTSPACE

KATE OWEN GALLERY

ROSLYN OXLEY9 GALLERY

Delivering an array of art that challenges both the ideas of our times and the audience, Artspace is located at the historic Gunnery building at Woolloomooloo. Artspace presents a range of exhibitions and public programs that deepen our understanding of contemporary art.

43–51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo.

9356 0555. artspace.org.au

Located 10 minutes from the CBD and spread over three levels, this gallery stocks a huge range of contemporary Indigenous art of note including pieces from Gloria Petyarre, Minnie Pwerle and Emily Kngwarreye, and a host of other accomplished and emerging artists. Offering personalised service, their friendly staff are on hand to assist with any queries you may have.

680 Darling Street, Rozelle. 9555 5283. kateowengallery.com

This well-known contemporary art gallery is owned by Roslyn Oxley. The gallery is a strong supporter of modern art displaying international and Australian artists. Artists from past exhibitions include Brook Andrew, Del Kathryn Barton, Fiona Hall and Patricia Piccinini.

8 Soudan Lane (off Hampden Street), Paddington. 9331 1919. roslynoxley9.com.au

BRETT WHITELEY STUDIO

The Brett Whiteley Studio was the workplace and home of Australian artist, Brett Whiteley (1939–92).

The studio is complete with his unfinished paintings, art equipment and collections of reference books. There are changing exhibitions of the artist’s works including paintings, drawings, sculpture and graphics. Also on display is memorabilia such as photographs, objects, postcards, furniture, his music collection and sketchbooks.

2 Raper Street, Surry Hills. 9225 1881. artgallery.nsw.gov.au/ brett-whiteley-studio

NORMAN LINDSAY GALLERY

Located at Faulconbridge in the beautiful Blue Mountains, the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum celebrates the life and work of Australian artist and writer Norman Lindsay (18791969), best known for his classic children’s book “The Magic Pudding”. Explore the landscaped gardens, then head inside the historic sandstone cottage which is now home to an exhibition of Lindsay’s work, including watercolours, sculptures, and memorabilia.

14 Norman Lindsay Crescent, Faulconbridge. 4751 1067. normanlindsay.com.au

SALVADOR DALÍ ART EXHIBITION

A major exhibition of Salvador Dalí art is on now at Billich Gallery in The Rocks presented by Art Evolution. com. See bronze sculptures and graphic artworks of Dali’s famous melted clock including the monumental “Nobility of Time” and the “Dance of Time II” sculptures.

Also on display are three spectacular museum size Dalí bronze sculptures and one Monumental Dalí bronze sculpture to be publicly displayed on George Street opposite First Fleet Park.

Billich Gallery, 106 George Street, The Rocks. artevolution.com

JOHNNY WARANGKULA TJUPURULA, DETAIL: “WATER DREAMING KALIPINYPA”, 122 X 211CM.

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Sarita King, Lightning, 120x180cm.

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Tarisse King, Big Water 2016, acrylic on linen, 90x150cm.

Gracie Ward, Muntati, My Grandmother’s Country, 90x150cm.

ABORIGINAL ART GALLERIES

The Finest Collection Of Aboriginal Art & Artefacts In Sydney SARRITA KING ‘OUR LAND’ 90X120CM Tarisse & Sarrita King ‘My Country/Languages of the Earth’ 120X180CM

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contemporary aboriginal art

The White Rabbit Gallery is home to an impressive collection of contemporary Chinese art. Founded by Kerr and Judith Neilson, it focuses on works produced after the year 2000. There are two new exhibitions hung each year, and admission to the gallery is free.

30 Balfour Street, Chippendale. 8399 2867. whiterabbitcollection.org

MUSEUMS

ART GALLERY OF NEW SOUTH WALES

The Art Gallery of New South Wales is one of Australia’s leading and most popular museums, offering five levels of art.

Experience the extensive collection of Australian art, Aboriginal art, the Asian wing with works from China, Japan and South-East Asia and see European art from the Renaissance to Victorian times.

Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney.

Special exhibitions may be ticketed. 1800 679 278. artgallery.nsw.gov.au MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AUSTRALIA

defining tradition

a series of exhibitions exploring the evolution of aboriginal art

the first wave & its disciples | 19 january - 17 february

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The MCA is Australia’s Museum of Contemporary Art, dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and interpreting the work of today’s artists from across Australia and around the world. With a continually changing program of exhibitions and stimulating events there’s always something new and inspiring to see.

140 George Street, The Rocks.

Daily 10am–5pm except Wednesday 10am–9pm.

Free admission. Special exhibitions may be ticketed.

9245 2400. mca.com.au

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For free hotel delivery, speak with your concierge. 136 333. avis.com.au

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Wherever you are going Avis will help get you there with a wide range of vehicles available to hire. For a stressfree car rental experience, you can rely on Avis.

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Discover Sydney’s most famous icon—its beautiful Harbour—on a Captain Cook Cruise. With a range of award-winning dining and sightseeing cruises, plus Hop On Hop Off ferries up to 11 destinations and special event cruises, you won’t miss a minute of what Sydney’s amazing harbour has to offer. Their Barangaroo Fast Ferry is a new direct service between Manly and Sydney’s newest and most exciting city precinct—Barangaroo.

No.6 Wharf, Circular Quay.

King St Wharf 1, and Pier 26, Darling Harbour.

9206 1111. captaincook.com.au

BRUNEL

Brunel Worldwide Chauffeur Drive is a boutique luxury transport service. Capture the exciting atmosphere of Sydney in the air-conditioned comfort of a Brunel chauffeured car.

They offer personalised touring around Sydney and its environs, including airport transfers. Enjoy luxury limos in Sydney, with total security, privacy and confidentiality.

1300 855 955. brunelchauffeurdrive.com.au EAST COAST CAR RENTALS

With great online deals and low rates, East Coast Car Rentals make booking a hire car easy. They have new or near-new models available from a variety of reputable manufacturers including Hyundai, Toyota and Honda.

151 William Street, Darlinghurst. 200 O’Riordan Street, Mascot. 1800 EAST COAST (1800 327 826). eastcoastcarrentals.com.au

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FANTASEA

Fantasea Cruising offers a wide variety of harbour cruise experiences, from hop-on hop-off cruises, to morning tea cruises to water taxis. Enjoy a variety of classic Aussie touches on the Sydney Harbour Snapshot Cruise. You’ll get up close and personal with various iconic sites in the harbour.

1800 326 822. fantasea.com.au

MY FAST FERRY

My Fast Ferry is the perfect way to explore Sydney, and with so many options available there is sure to be something for everyone.

Book online at myfastferry. com.au or purchase tickets directly via the MyFastFerry app. The EcoHopper 24-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass visits popular harbour locations; Manly, Darling Harbour, Watsons Bay, Taronga Zoo, Fort Denison, Quarantine Station, Circular Quay, Rose Bay, Pyrmont Bay and Milson’s Point.

If you are heading to Manly, catch the fast ferry, it only takes 18 minutes and services depart every 20 minutes from Wharf 2.

Harbour Sightseeing cruise departs Wharf 6, Circular Quay and to Manly departs Wharf 2, Circular Quay.

9583 1199. myfastferry.com.au SYDNEY FISH MARKET FERRY

Ferries depart every weekend between 9am and 5pm between Sydney Fish Market and Barangaroo, King Street Wharf No.1. The market is the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere with a fantastic array of seafood,

wines, bakery and gourmet deli items which can all be enjoyed from a waterside picnic table or restaurant.

Tickets from $9 per person.

9206 1111. captaincook.com.au ZOO EXPRESS

The Zoo Express makes getting to Taronga Zoo fun, as it lets you relax and enjoy the scenic feast of the Harbour. The Zoo Express includes your return rocket ferry with commentary, entry to Taronga Zoo and Sky Safari cable car, leaving from Darling Harbour, Watsons Bay or Circular Quay. The Zoo Express tickets are available from Captain Cook Cruises and depart approximately every 30 to 45 minutes.

9206 1111. captaincook.com.au

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION For trip planning, routes and maps for all public transport in Sydney, including trains, buses, light rail and ferries visit transportnsw.info BUSES

There are major bus terminals at Wynyard Station (York Street), the

Explore Queen Victoria Building (York Street), and Railway Square. Buses operate right across Sydney, with priority routes in the Sydney Central Business District (CBD) along Elizabeth Street, Castlereagh Street, Park Street, Druitt Street, Clarence Street and York Street. To travel on public transport in Sydney, you will need an Opal Card. Don’t forget to tap on and tap off! transportnsw.info FERRIES

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The Sydney Light Rail network links the hub of Central Station with Sydney’s inner-west via Pyrmont, Glebe, Leichhardt North, and Lewisham West right through to Dulwich Hill. Sydney Light Rail is a comfortable, convenient and efficient mode of transport. Tap on and off with your Opal Card when you use light rail. The network is currently being extended through the CBD. Road closures and diversions are in place. transportnsw.info OPAL CARD

Opal Card is an electronic ‘smart card’ ticketing system used throughout the public transport system in Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Illawarra and the Southern Highlands, which allows easy and convenient travel across the ferry, rail, light rail

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and bus networks.

Simply tap on at the start of your journey before you board, then tap off as you are leaving. Opal Cards can be purchased from various retailers throughout Sydney. opal.com.au

Kings also offer selected free hotel pick-ups so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your day.

1300 228 546. aatkings.com

TRAINS

Head to the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney, and learn all about the area’s indigenous heritage on an Aboriginal Heritage Tour. Join your Aboriginal tour guide to learn about the Cadigal people—the traditional owners of the Sydney city area. Depending on the season you’ll forage and eat Australian Bush Foods as you walk and talk.

Learn about the diverse history and culture of the Aboriginal people of the Sydney region with an Aboriginal guide in the heart of the city. Uncover the Royal Botanic Garden’s rich Aboriginal heritage by exploring plant uses, culture, artefacts and tasting some bush foods.

Monday–Saturday 10am–11.30am (excluding public holidays). Meet at the Garden Shop, Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney.

9231 8111. rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Sydney Trains has eight lines, each colour coded for easy identification. In the City, trains run through the City Circle line from Central on to Town Hall, Wynyard, Circular Quay, St James, Museum and back to Central. Sydney Trains operate throughout the Sydney metropolitan area.

NSW TrainLink serves more than 480 destinations by train and coach throughout NSW. Intercity trains link the South Coast, Southern Highlands, Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Hunter regions of NSW. Regional trains and coaches link the Southern, Western, North Western and North Coast regions of NSW as well as linking Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. transportnsw.info

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AAT KINGS

AAT Kings bring Sydney and surrounds to life with a range of half day and full day tours. Discover the majestic Blue Mountains, explore the scenic Hunter Valley wine region, visit Australia’s capital Canberra or see Sydney’s fabulous city sights. You’ll enjoy stress-free travel, luxury air-conditioned coaches, expert commentary and all the must-see highlights.

Their friendly and engaging Driver Guides will enhance your experience with stories, local knowledge and a sense of fun. AAT

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BONZA BIKE TOURS

For a guided bike tour around Sydney head to Bonza Bike Tours. It is a fun, safe way to get around, with their guides showing you where to go. Try the Sydney Classic tour to take in all the city’s famous sights, or perhaps try the Sydney Harbour Bridge ride and ride across this marvellous icon.

30 Harrington Street, The Rocks. 9247 8800. bonzabiketours.com

SEGWAY TOURS

Take a guided Segway Tour at Newington Armory in Sydney Olympic Park.

Zoom around the historic grounds of the Armory for a fun outdoor adventure.

You can cruise up and around on paths, through grassed areas, around old bunkers and heritage-listed buildings and travel across a variety of different terrain.

Newington Armory, Sydney Olympic Park. 1300 85 99 83. segwaytours.com.au SYDNEY CRICKET GROUND TOUR

Sporting fans will love the Sydney Cricket Ground Guided Walking Tour which takes you all around the famed Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Allianz Stadium and SCG Museum.

It is available to the public most days of the year (some blockout days apply when events are on) and caters to all sports lovers. You’ll get to visit the television commentary box, get your chance to be a journalist in the press rooms, and take in the incredible views from the top of the grandstands.

Then you’ll get a fascinating look into the history of this marvellous venue at the SCG Museum.

Mon–Sat at 10am. Tours depart from the Venue Services Office, Gate A, Allianz Stadium forecourt, Driver Avenue, Moore Park. scgtour.com.au SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE TOURS

Designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon and completed in 1973, the Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s most famous structures. You can now see inside the world’s most recognisable sails on a variety of Sydney Opera House tours. The Sydney

Opera House Tour is a classic choice, and it runs daily, offering an up-close look inside this architectural gem. Visit areas off-limits to the public and uncover the stories and history behind this special building. The Sydney Opera House Tour is also available in different languages including Mandarin, Japanese, German, French, Spanish and Korean. Explore behind-the-scenes on the Backstage Tour. Walk through the performer’s rehearsal spaces and hear insider secrets. The Taste of the Opera House tour only operates monthly but is a foodie’s dream as you wine and dine your way around the Sydney Opera House’s restaurants and bars, including Portside Sydney and Bennelong.

Visit the Welcome Centre or Box Office to book tours.

Sydney Opera House. Tours leave every half-hour from 9am–5pm daily. 9250 7250. sydneyoperahouse.com/tours THE ROCKS GHOST TOURS

For a fun, spooky, and educational time try a Rocks Ghost Tour. Their adult tours operate every night of the week, and you’ll learn about the hauntings, hangings and murders that have occurred in the area.

Beware of strange sightings and spiritual encounters.

Tours nightly. 9241 1283. ghosttours.com.au THE ROCKS WALKING TOUR

Explore the history of Sydney on The Rocks Walking Tour. These tours are both entertaining and informative as you walk the cobblestoned streets of The Rocks and learn about its unique past from your friendly guides. You’ll get to wander down hidden alleyways, discover the

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nooks and crannies, and understand the living history and heritage of Australia’s first British settlement.

Departing daily at 10.30am and 1.30pm.

Shop 4a, Clocktower Square, corner Argyle and Harrington Streets, The Rocks. 9247 6678. rockswalkingtours.com.au

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES The city’s Visitor Information Centres are a one-stop shop for all your visitor information needs. Staff are on hand to assist visitors with maps, brochures and other information regarding activities and travel around Sydney and New South Wales, including a free booking service.

SYDNEY VISITOR CENTRE

Centrally located in the historic Rocks area, Sydney Visitor Centre is a great starting point when exploring The Rocks.

Shop 1–2, The Rocks Centre, Corner Playfair and Argyle Streets, The Rocks.

Daily 9.30am–5.30pm (except Christmas Day and Good Friday).

8273 0000. australianvisitorcentres.com.au/nsw HELLO MANLY INFORMATION AND BOOKING CENTRE

As soon as you step off the ferry in Manly, head to the Hello Manly Information and Booking Centre for advice on what to do, where to go and how to spend your time in this coastal town.

Manly Wharf Forecourt,

Manly. Daily Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, weekends 10am–4pm (except Christmas Day). 9976 1430. hellomanly.com.au

WATER TAXIS Water taxis are an easy and convenient way to crisscross the harbour, whether heading out on a day trip, or needing a safe way to return home after a night out.

H2O MAXI TAXIS

Professional and reliable on-time service awaits at H20 Maxi Taxis. If you have a large or small group, this is a safe and fast way to transport them across the harbour.

1300 420 829. h2owatertaxis.com.au

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Water Taxis Combined pick up and drop off from any location on Sydney Harbour, including ferry wharves and public pontoons. They offer competitive pricing, and a wide fleet of boats, perfect for any occasion and any size group.

9555 8888. watertaxis.com.au YELLOW WATER TAXIS

Fantasea Cruising operate the Yellow Water Taxis on Sydney Harbour. They offer a large and safe fleet of yellow water taxis to get you around the harbour, whether you are in need of a harbour shuttle or a sightseeing cruise.

1800 326 822. yellowwatertaxis.com.au

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Sights Enjoy Lunar New Year at Luna Park Sydney Celebrate Lunar New Year this year amongst all your favourite rides and sideshow games! And celebrate the Year of the Pig by getting involved at the Pass the Pigs gaming zone, complete with giant inflatable pigs. Chow down on exclusive treats such as Chinese Duck Pizza or a Roasted Duck Wrap before treating your eyes to a more visual feast, including traditional lion dancing, at 8pm each night.

Hang your New Year’s wish onto the luminous Wishing Tree to bring good fortune in the coming year and top it off with a visit to the calligrapher to have your name written in Chinese Calligraphy.

1, 2, 8, 9 February, 4pm-10pm. 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point.

9922 6644. lunaparksydney.com

ATTRACTIONS & SIGHTS BONDI BEACH

Australia’s most famous beach is popular no matter what time of the year it is. The golden sands and gentle blue waves are great for swimming and learning to surf. Walk along the shore, take a dip in the water or relax on the sand—Bondi Beach is Sydney at its best.

Campbell Parade, Bondi.

BRIDGECLIMB

Located on Sydney Harbour Bridge, BridgeClimb is one of the city’s favourite pastimes. More than 3 million people have ventured across the catwalks, ladders and arches to get to the 134-metre-high peak, looking down over the shimmering harbour and across to the immense city skyscrapers.

3 Cumberland Street, The Rocks. 8274 7777. bridgeclimb.com COCKATOO ISLAND

Cockatoo Island is a UNESCO World Heritage island located in the middle of Sydney Harbour. Explore the island through its

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numerous walking paths and tunnels, and learn more about the convict history of this former ship building dockyard. You can even stay overnight in the campground.

Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour. 8969 2100. cockatooisland.gov.au DARLING HARBOUR

This waterside precinct is renowned for its vast array of restaurants, shops and tourist attractions including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds Sydney, the Powerhouse Museum, Australian National Maritime Museum and a children’s playground.

From the city, walk down Market or Bathurst Streets and across the footbridge. 9240 8500. darlingharbour.com FEATHERDALE WILDLIFE PARK

Located in Sydney’s west, Featherdale Wildlife Park is a hands-on wildlife experience with a focus on animal education.

From koalas, kangaroos and wombats, through to snakes, crocodiles, lizards, birds and more, you’ll get

to see so many animals up close. You can even have a personal encounter with a koala, owl, reptile or dingo.

217–229 Kildare Road, Doonside. Daily 8am–5pm. 9622 1644. featherdale.com.au LUNA PARK SYDNEY

Luna Park is Sydney’s top entertainment precinct of many faces! Bring the family and enjoy a day of fun on The Wild Mouse—Sydney’s favourite rollercoaster, the ferris wheel, Coney Island, mirror maze or the numerous other rides and attractions.

1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point. Opening times vary, check online. 9922 6644. lunaparksydney.com MADAME TUSSAUDS SYDNEY

The world-famous wax attraction Madame Tussauds Sydney allows you to get up close and personal with over 70 of the world’s iconic celebrities and our very own Aussie stars! With nine exciting, interactive zones Madame Tussauds combines glitz and glamour with incredible history.

Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour. Daily 10am–6pm. madametussauds.com.au/ sydney/en/ MANLY

One of Sydney’s favourite beachside suburbs is just a 30-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay. The trip on the Manly Ferry is spectacular and once in Manly, there is so much to do. Take a surf lesson, go for a dip, hire a bike and ride along the beachfront or stroll around to beautiful Shelly Beach and go for a snorkel. Then there are the many restaurants and bars in which to sit back and relax by the seaside.

Manly. 9976 1430. hellomanly.com.au THE MINT

The Mint is one of Sydney CBD’s oldest public buildings and is an historic coining factory. The building was constructed in 1811–1816 as the south wing of Governor Macquarie’s General Hospital for convicts. The hospital became known as the ‘Rum Hospital’, because it was built in exchange for exclusive rights for three merchants to import

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45,000 gallons of spirits to the colony.

10 Macquarie Street, Sydney. Mon–Fri 9.30am– 5pm (closed weekends).

8239 2288. sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/ the-mint THE ROCKS

This historic precinct is located north of the CBD, between Circular Quay and Walsh Bay. Wander the cobblestoned streets and discover the many stories from The Rocks’ convict past at The Rocks Discovery Museum. Check out the markets at the weekends, then head to one of the many restaurants and bars in the area. Be sure to drop by one of The Rocks’ historic pubs for a drink or two with locals.

The Rocks. therocks.com

SEA LIFE SYDNEY AQUARIUM

Be taken on a journey of amazing discovery through 14 themed areas, including the tropical Bay of Rays, Discovery Rockpool, South Coast Shipwreck, Dugong Island and more. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is also home to the world’s largest collection of Australian aquatic life.

Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour. Daily 10am–7pm. sydneyaquarium.com.au SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE

The star of our New Year’s Eve fireworks and probably the most photographed man-made structure in Australia, the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932 as the world’s tallest steel arch bridge. More than 200,000 cars travel over the

bridge every day. Climb up the 200 stairs in the South East Pylon to the lookout and check out the museum inside.

SYDNEY OBSERVATORY

The Sydney Observatory at The Rocks is consistently ranked by Sydneysiders as one of the city’s favourite attractions. It’s the place to enjoy a starry night, watch a 3D show, and learn about the universe. The Observatory is also a favourite romantic destination for locals and runs shows by day and by night.

1003 Upper Fort Street, Millers Point. 9217 0111. sydneyobservatory.com.au SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK

An easy train or ferry ride from Sydney’s CBD will get you to Sydney Olympic Park.

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Built for the Sydney 2000 Olympics, Sydney Olympic Park is now known as one of Sydney’s major sporting and entertainment venues. There are lots of family-friendly activities to enjoy and plenty of green spaces to explore.

Australia Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park. 9714 7888. sydneyolympicpark.com.au SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognised buildings in the world. It was designed by architect Jørn Utzon and opened in 1973. Today it is home to a huge program of events encompassing music, theatre, dance, ideas, comedy and more. You can take a tour and learn more about this masterpiece, or stop by the famous Opera Bar for a drink and

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bask in the glory of this architectural beauty.

Bennelong Point, Sydney. 9250 7111. sydneyoperahouse.com TARONGA ZOO

Located on the shores of Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo showcases over 4,000 animals from all around the world. Get nose to nose with everything from emus to elephants and lions to lizards. There are regular shows and feeding times, with great photo opportunities.

Bradley’s Head Road, Mosman. Daily 9.30am–5pm (Sep–Apr), 9.30am–4.30pm (May–Aug). 9969 2777. taronga.org.au THE GOODS LINE

The Goods Line is Sydney’s answer to New York’s High Line. Running from Railway Square near Central Station, through to Darling Harbour along an old freight railway corridor, the pathway is an urban retreat. Walk past the University of Technology Sydney’s architectural masterpiece, the Frank Gehry-designed Dr Chau Chak Wing Building, known to locals as the “paper bag” building. Along the way take a seat at one of the bright communal picnic tables, or have a fun game of table tennis.

From Railway Square, Ultimo to Darling Harbour.

WET’N’WILD SYDNEY

Get wet at Sydney’s biggest water theme park—Wet’n’Wild Sydney!

Enjoy action-packed rides like 360Rush, featuring 360-degree looping water slides to The Surf Deck, where you can learn to catch a wave. The whole family will enjoy The Beach, Australia’s largest wave pool, and Boomerang Bay.

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Open Sept–Apr only, check website for opening days.

427 Reservoir Road, Prospect. wetnwildsydney.com.au

2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour. Daily 9.30am–5pm.

9298 3777. sea.museum

WILD LIFE SYDNEY ZOO

The Museum of Sydney is on the site of Australia’s first Government House, built in 1788 by NSW’s first Governor, Captain Arthur Phillip. The buildings’ foundations were successfully excavated by archaeologists in the 1980s and are now a centrepiece of the museum. The museum extends over three floors, exhibiting colonial history, documents, furniture and art, and indigenous culture.

Corner of Bridge and Phillip Streets, Sydney. 9251 5988. sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/ museum-of-sydney

Journey around Australia on an all-Aussie animal adventure at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. Come face to face with one of the world’s largest saltwater crocodiles at the amazing Kakadu Gorge. Explore the Kangaroo Walk-About, meet koalas in Gum Tree Valley and more! WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo features interactive displays, entertaining keeper talks and enhanced walk-through habitats including Koala Encounters and Butterfly Tropics.

Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour. Daily 10am–5pm. wildlifesydney.com.au

MUSEUMS

AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM

Australia’s first public museum is dedicated to exploring and understanding the world.

Their exhibitions are a joy for adults and kids alike. Collections not to be missed include First Australians and Wild Planet.

1 William Street, Sydney. Daily 9.30am–5pm. 9320 6000. australianmuseum.net.au AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM

Australia’s dedicated maritime museum is located right on the water’s edge at Darling Harbour.

Their core exhibitions explore maritime aspects of Indigenous culture, European exploration, immigration, sport and leisure, defence and Australia’s maritime links with the USA. Climb aboard the HMAS Vampire, Australia’s largest museum vessel and the last of the country’s big gun ships.

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POWERHOUSE MUSEUM

The Powerhouse Museum contains a unique and diverse collection that spans history, science, technology, design, industry, decorative arts, music, transport and space exploration. Their programs have a strong focus on the ideas and technologies that have changed our world, and the people who created them.

500 Harris Street, Ultimo.

9217 0111. maas.museum THE ROCKS DISCOVERY MUSEUM

This family-friendly museum tells the story

of The Rocks area of Sydney from pre-European days to the present. Housed in a restored 1850s sandstone warehouse, the museum is home to a unique collection of images and archaeological artefacts found in The Rocks. The exhibits are filled with interactive fun, using touch screens to bring the history of the area alive.

Kendall Lane (enter via Argyle Street), The Rocks.

Daily 10am–5pm.

9240 8680. therocks.com SUSANNAH PLACE MUSEUM

Susannah Place has been home to more than 100 families throughout history.

Learn their stories in this original terrace of four houses that has survived modern development. Don’t forget to pick up a unique souvenir at the delightfully re-created 1915 corner shop.

58–64 Gloucester Street, The Rocks. Daily 2pm–5pm. 9241 1893. sydneylivingmuseums.com. au/susannah-place-museum SYDNEY JEWISH MUSEUM

The Sydney Jewish Museum, located in the inner-city suburb of Darlinghurst, documents and examines the history of the Holocaust.

It stands as a memorial to the six million murdered

HELLO MANLY – OFFICIAL BOOKING & INFORMATION CENTRE The Forecourt, Manly Wharf T: (02) 9976 1430 visit@hellomanly.com.au www.hellomanly.com.au Monday–Friday 9am–5pm Weekends & Public Holidays 10am–4pm.

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Jews and the millions of non-Jewish victims. It also tells the history of the Jews in Australia and illustrates the richness of Jewish life by showing its traditions.

The Sydney Jewish Museum provides an eye-opening experience for all visitors through its permanent and temporary exhibitions.

148 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst. Sun 10am– 4pm, Mon–Thu 10am– 4.30pm, Fri 10am–3pm (closed Sat). 9360 7999. sydneyjewishmuseum.com.au

PARKS

AUSTRALIAN BOTANIC GARDEN, MOUNT ANNAN

The Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan is Australia’s largest botanic garden with more than 416 hectares for visitors to discover. The Garden features

themed areas such as the Wattle and Banksia gardens, 7 kilometres of mountain bike trails and more than 20 kilometres of walking tracks.

Narellan Road, Mount Annan.

Daily 8am–5pm (until 7pm during summer). 4634 7900. australianbotanicgarden.com.au BARANGAROO RESERVE

Barangaroo Reserve offers spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, ANZAC Bridge and surrounds. The six-hectare headland has been planted with over 75,000 trees and shrubs. Stroll around the foreshore on the Wulugul Walk, lie back on the Stargazer Lawn or bask in the vast multipurpose space of The Cutaway.

Enter via Argyle Place or Towns Place, Walsh Bay. 9255 1700. barangaroo.sydney

BLUE MOUNTAINS BOTANIC GARDEN, MOUNT TOMAH

Stroll through 78 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens housing Australia’s most extensive cool-climate collection. Themed displays include the Plant Explorer’s Walk, the ancient Gondwana Forest with prehistoric Wollemi Pines and the southern hemisphere’s largest rock garden.

Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah. Mon–Fri 9am–5.30pm, Sat–Sun 9.30am–5.30pm. 4567 3000. bluemountainsbotanic garden.com.au CHINESE GARDEN

A gift from China’s Guangdong province in 1988 to celebrate Australia’s Bicentenary, the Chinese Garden of Friendship is one of the few traditional

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gardens of its type in existence outside mainland China.

Pier Street, Darling Harbour.

Daily 9.30am–5pm (Apr–Sep), 9.30am–5.30pm (Oct–Mar). 9240 8888. chinesegardens.com.au CENTENNIAL PARKLANDS

Centennial Parklands is a beautiful recreation area in the middle of Sydney’s iconic Eastern Suburbs.

Home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, Centennial Parklands is a playground for both adults and children alike. It is one of the few inner-city parks with horse-riding facilities as well.

Entry via Oxford Street, Paddington. 9339 6699. centennialparklands.com.au HYDE PARK

Hyde Park is Australia’s oldest park, and one of its most well-known. Located in Central Sydney, it is the perfect spot for a picnic or if you just want a break from the bustling city streets.

You’ll also find that Hyde Park is home to numerous special events throughout the year.

Elizabeth Street, Sydney.

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Come into the gardens and discover hidden botanic treasures set against one of the most magnificent vistas in the world. Offering arguably the best views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour, a visit to Sydney isn’t complete without a walk through the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney. Daily from 7am, check website for seasonal closing times. 9231 8111. rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

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Food See You at Saké Manly This Summer Saké Manly serves signature Japanese flavours and seasonal drinks at Manly Wharf Rooftop. Dine in the 300-seat restaurant with views of Manly Cove. The menu specialises in izakayastyle food with a selection of made-to-order nigiri, sashimi and sushi rolls. Unique Manly dishes include bite-sized sashimi with veggie cones and crisp fish tempura with tartar sauce.

The drinks list showcases numerous Japanese whiskies, spirits and gins, including sake by the glass, carafe, bottle and flight.

Manly Wharf Rooftop, Manly. Mon–Thu 12pm–3pm and 5pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 12pm–3pm and 5pm–11pm, Sun 12pm–9pm.

8099 7076. sakerestaurant.com.au/manly/home/

Eastern Mediterranean Barzaari Chippendale is now open on the ground floor of The Old Clare Hotel. It offers delicious modern Eastern Mediterranean cuisine from Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon and Egypt. Barzaari’s menu is best designed for sharing and includes beef short rib with chermoula, hummus and salted sumac onions; and a beetroot and turnip tart with fresh curd, mustard seed and pumpkin a la grecque. Try Barzaari’s signature sandpit coffee and baklava, with safflower and whole almond ice-cream.

The Old Clare Hotel, 3 Kensington Street, Chippendale. Tue–Sat lunch 12pm–3pm and dinner from 6pm. Sun lunch only 11am–3pm. 8277 8533. barzaari-chippendale.com.au SPICE ALLEY

Asian Spice Alley is Sydney’s not-so-secret hidden dining laneway offering some truly authentic Asian cuisine.

You’ll find Spice Alley in Chippendale’s Kensington Street offering several hawker-style eateries under a ceiling of lanterns. Try Singaporean dishes at Alex

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Lee Kitchen, Vietnamese at Viet, Thai Street Food at Bang Luck, Malaysian at Old Jim Kee, Cantonese at Hong Kong Diner and Japanese at Kyo-To. 18–20 Kensington Street, Chippendale. Sun–Wed 11am–10pm (last orders 9:30pm), Thu–Sat 11am– 10.30pm (last orders 10pm).

9281 0822. spicealley.com.au

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ARIA

Modern Australian Aria is an award-winning restaurant by famed Australian chef Matt Moran. Aria provides a fine dining experience with striking harbour and Sydney Opera House views, a seasonal tasting menu and extensive wine list, served in an intimate and elegant dining room. Aria first opened its doors in 1999 and is highly regarded and awarded both locally and internationally.

1 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay. Lunch Mon– Fri 12pm–2.15pm, Sat 12pm– 1.30pm (vacate by 4pm), Sun 12pm–1.45pm (vacate by 4.30pm); Dinner Mon–Fri 5.30pm–10.30pm, Sat 5pm–11pm, Sun 5.30pm–10pm. 9240 2255. ariarestaurant.com/sydney

BAR PATRÓN BY ROCKPOOL

Mexican Bar Patrón by Rockpool is a modern Mexican restaurant.

It features a menu of quintessential Mexican favourites such as empanadas, tamales, quesadillas and tacos; soups and small plates of esquites and tostadas; tortas and traditional sandwiches; and larger plates of enchiladas, enmolada con pollo and shared taco platters. A delightful range of pastries and desserts are handmade on site daily. Cocktails deliver a refreshing take on classic Mexican drinks, such as the Paloma, Cantarito and Ponche de Granada.

2 Phillip Street, Sydney.

Daily midday-late. 9259 5624. barpatron.com.au BENNELONG

Modern Australian Considered one of Sydney’s best restaurants, Bennelong pairs Australian fine dining with the best views in town. Executive Chef Peter Gilmore showcases an incredible menu filled with an array of the finest Australian produce. Bennelong offers a la carte dining, as well

as the relaxed Cured & Cultured counter, ideal for casual meal and a glass of wine.

Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney.

Restaurant hours: Lunch Fri–Sun 12pm–2.30pm, dinner Sun–Wed 5.30pm– 9.30pm, Thu–Sat 5.30pm– 10pm. 9240 8000. bennelong.com.au GATEWAY SYDNEY

Around The World This dining precinct at Circular Quay offers a bustling hub of eateries to explore. Open seven days a week, Gateway Sydney is home to more than 25 eateries that focus just as much on the theatre of creating a dish as they do on serving the best quality produce. Whether you’re after breakfast, lunch, dinner or even just a coffee and afternoon treat, head to Gateway Sydney to try out favourites like Roll’d, Din Tai Fung, Four Frogs Creperie, Burger Project, Chat Thai, Mad Mex, Gelato Messina or Zumbo.

Alfred Street, Circular Quay. 9256 6900. gatewaysydney.com.au

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Modern Australian Relax by the

Indian The Spice Room in

the lobby of the iconic InterContinental Sydney, The Meat & Wine Co has spared no expense in bringing this spectacular steakhouse to Sydney Harbour. Rustic wooden walls, original arched windows, luxurious leather seating, and stone features make this the ideal setting for business meetings and romantic dinners alike.

Shop 12, Lobby, InterContinental Sydney, 117 Macquarie Street, Circular Quay. Lunch and dinner Sun–Thu 12pm–10pm and Fri–Sat 12pm–11pm. 9252 7888. themeatandwineco.com

your visit to the Sydney Opera House with a meal at Opera Kitchen.

Enjoy casual creative fare, with panoramic harbourside views. Choose from burgers, sliders, hotdogs, fries, seafood, sandwiches, salads, sushi, dumplings and Asian cuisine. They also have a wide drinks menu, so you can sit back and relax, sipping a cocktail under the sails of the Opera House.

Lower Concourse level, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney.

Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sun–Thu 7.30am–10.30pm, Fri–Sat 7.30am–12am. 9250 7111. sydneyoperahouse.com

harbour with uninterrupted views and discover one of the Sydney Opera House’s bestkept secrets. With an inventive menu showcasing local seasonal produce and relaxed table service dining, Portside Sydney features a new look interior including stylish indoor furniture, creating a relaxed lounge space for those looking for an intimate, casual dining experience.

Offering pre-theatre dining and high tea as well as brunch, lunch and dinner, Portside Sydney is the perfect place to unwind while looking out over Sydney’s famous harbour.

Western Broadwalk, Sydney Opera House, Sydney. Mon–Fri lunch from 11.30am and dinner from 5pm, Sat–Sun from 11.30am. 9250 7220. portsidesydney.com.au

the heart of Circular Quay, serves a combination of Indian street food from old Delhi such as Jhal Muri and Mumbai Papdi Chat alongside upmarket dining with Royal Banquets and Tandoori delicacies such as Chicken Tikka Hyderabadi and Paneer Sizzler Skewer Ajwaini.

The exotic colours and heady aromas of spices are combined perfectly to create a sublime taste for all patrons.

Ground Floor, The Quay Building, 2 Phillip Street, Sydney. Daily lunch 12pm–3pm and dinner 5pm–10.30pm.

9251 7722. thespiceroom.com.au

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Modern Australian The

Squire’s Landing is a two-storey restaurant and brewhouse with a freestanding microbrewery at Circular Quay. With incredible panoramic views of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge it is the perfect spot for a meal and drink by the harbour. There are three separate dining spaces all offering menus with unique modern Australian flavours, inspired by the legend himself, James Squire, a convict on the First Fleet and Australia’s first brewer.

Hearty pub classics are on offer including burgers and steaks, while the upstairs restaurant serves a seasonal menu using fresh local produce.

Northern end of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay. 8014 5661. thesquireslanding.com.au

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360 BAR AND DINING

Modern Australian This stylish and intimate restaurant offers guests an indulgent culinary experience with 360-degree revolving views of the city. With dark mahogany wood finishes and soft ambient lighting, 360 Bar and Dining provides a breathtaking setting with an unbeatable backdrop.

In the kitchen, traditional techniques are combined with contemporary flair to create seasonally changing menus utilising the best in fresh produce.

Reception Level 4, Westfield Sydney, between Pitt and Castlereagh Streets, Sydney.

Daily lunch 12pm–4pm (last seating 2pm) and dinner 5.30pm–11pm (last seating 9pm). 8223 3883.

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BOTANIC GARDENS RESTAURANT

Modern Australian The picturesque Botanic Gardens Restaurant is an enchanting venue offering open-air dining in exquisite garden surrounds.

Enjoy a lunch during the week, or long breakfast on the weekends, and indulge in quality food with their seasonally changing menus. The café provides an excellent casual spot for lunch with a selection of gourmet sandwiches, salads, baked goods and excellent coffee.

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney. Restaurant: Lunch daily 12pm–3pm, breakfast Sat–Sun 9.30am– 11.30am. Cafe: Daily 8.30am– 4.30pm. 1300 558 980. botanicrestaurant.com.au FRATELLI FRESH

Italian Fratelli Fresh is Sydney’s leading providore, specialising in fresh produce and serving up authentic Italian fine food.

The menu heroes the very best of Italian cooking, where simplicity meets robust flavours and fresh produce. The portions are generous and the menu is extensive with beautifully blended wines to complement a mixture of savoury dishes, pastas and pizzas. Buon Appetito!

11 Bridge Street, Sydney.

9259 5692. 229–231 Macquarie Street, Sydney. 9259 5672. Shop 8, 16 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. 9259 5674. 52 Mitchell Road, Alexandria. 9259 5691.

Level 5, Westfield Sydney.

8099 7055. 118 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest. 8099 7070.

211 Bent Street, Moore Park, Entertainment Quarter.

8099 7069. ICC Sydney, 14 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour. 9259 5600. fratellifresh.com.au

INDU

Indian/Sri Lankan Go on a journey to the Indian subcontinent at INDU. Their flavoursome menu of cuisine from Sri Lanka and southern India is fused with modern influences.

The menu is divided into sections for easy choosing and is designed to share. Try the pan-seared scallops in a shell with cauliflower puree, cumin, finger lime and green mango pickle, or the inventive squid ink hopper with spice-crusted tuna, pomelo and tuna belly pickle. There’s also a great range of cool cocktails as well as their signature gin and tonics, and the friendly staff are always on hand to help choose.

350 George Street, (entry via Angel Place) Sydney.

Mon–Fri 12pm–late and Sat 5pm–late. 9223 0158. indudining.com.au KID KYOTO

Japanese With a serious nod to the iconic music of the 80s and 90s, Kid Kyoto is a modern Japanese restaurant inspired by the Izakaya bars of Japan. With a hand-picked soundtrack of classic tunes playing from Nirvana to Portishead, Kid Kyoto is a feast for all your senses. The menu is divided into different musical sections. Go “Raw & Unplugged” with the beef tartare ‘teriyaki flavour’, nashi pear and whipped katsuobushi, or take to the “Main Stage” with the Soundgarden-inspired ‘Black Hole Sun’ pork belly with nori jam, apple and pickled radish.

17–19 Bridge Street (entry via Bridge Lane), Sydney.

Mon–Fri 12pm–late, Sat 5pm–late. 9241 1991. kidkyoto.com.au

KINGSLEYS AUSTRALIAN STEAKHOUSE

Steakhouse Located in

the heart of the Sydney CBD, Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse is housed in a former candle factory.

Enjoy a perfect steak and a glass of wine in this rustic steakhouse. They believe in serving premium quality beef in a simple manner allowing true flavour and texture to shine.

29A King Street, Sydney.

Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm– 3pm, dinner Mon–Sat 5.30pm–10pm. 9295 5080. kingsleysauststeak.com.au LE PETIT FLOT

French Japanese Located at The Tank Stream Hotel, Sydney, Le Petit Flot restaurant offers contemporary French cuisine with a Japanese influence. With sharing plates and large communal tables, you can enjoy French cuisine and fine meats in the heart of Sydney CBD. Experience flavours inspired by French cooking techniques complemented with a Japanese influence.

Level 2, 97 Pitt Street, Sydney. Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3pm, dinner Mon– Sat 5.30pm–10pm.

8222 1270. lepetitflot.com MATTEO DOWNTOWN

Italian Enjoy true Italian flavours in the heart of the city at Matteo Downtown.

This is a bigger, bolder concept restaurant to its sister venue, Matteo Double Bay. Matteo Downtown captures the fast-paced vibes of city life and is open all day for breakfast, lunch, aperitivo, dinner, and drinks late into the night. The venue has a dedicated mozzarella and antipasti bar, and features more earthy, rich dishes

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from Northern Italy, along with simple traditional dishes. You can relax and sip on a selection of wine, beer, seasonal spritz and Negroni.

20 Bond Street, Sydney.

Mon–Fri 7am–midnight, Sat 5pm–midnight.

9241 2008. matteosydney. com/downtown/ MEDUSA GREEK MEZE

Greek Set in the heart of Sydney’s CBD and part of the Medusa restaurant family, Medusa Greek Meze brings Greek street food to Sydney. You’re invited to sit back and relax within a warm and comfortable setting, as you sip Greek wine and people watch while indulging in the authentic flavours of Greece.

111 York Street, Sydney. Mon– Fri 7.30am–10pm. 9283 2423. medusagreekmeze.com.au MEDUSA GREEK TAVERNA

Greek From the sun soaked

hills of Greece comes Medusa Greek Taverna.

Traditional family recipes and farm fresh ingredients combined with the love of authentic Greek cooking is what you will find at this restaurant in Sydney’s CBD. Owned and operated

by Peter Koutsopoulos, Medusa Greek Taverna succeeds in creating a true Greek experience.

2 Market Street (Corner Market and Kent Streets), Sydney. Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3.30pm, dinner Mon–Sat 5.30pm–9pm (last booking). 9267 0799. medusagreektaverna.com.au

MÉJICO

Mexican This modern Mexican treasure is in the heart of Sydney’s busy CBD. Méjico is a funky, contemporary restaurant that places a huge emphasis on fresh, mouthwatering ingredients. Most of the menu is tapas-style and designed to share, but there are larger mains available too. The table-made guacamole with plantain chips is a must, or why not try the grilled ocean trout tacos, or the highly popular corn lollipops. The friendly staff are always on hand to help with ever-important menu decisions and for drinks, there’s a huge range of tequila to choose from, as well as cocktails, sangria and wine.

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Mon–Sat 12pm–late.

9230 0119. mejico.com.au THE PAVILION

Modern Australian The Pavilion is seated on the edge of The Domain directly opposite the Art Gallery of NSW. The Pavilion offers a uniquely-shaped curved building, with modern interiors and leafy garden vistas. With an emphasis on fresh produce, the seasonally changing menus are crafted with a modern Australian flare, offering guests quality food matched with attentive service.

1 Art Gallery Road, Sydney. Restaurant: Daily 9am–3pm. Kiosk: Daily 8am–4pm. 1300 300 278. pavilionrestaurant.com.au

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SPICE TEMPLE

Chinese This city restaurant is at the forefront of modern Chinese dining.

It focuses on dishes from China’s lesser known regions. The dark and intimate surroundings add to the mystique, while the menu definitely favours those who enjoy a hit of spice. With incredible service and divine food, Spice Temple lives up to its name.

10 Bligh Street, Sydney.

Mon–Wed 12pm–3pm and 6pm–10.30pm, Thu–Fri 12pm–3pm and 6pm–11pm, Sat 5.30pm–11pm and Sun 6pm–10pm. 8078 1888. spicetemple.com.au sushi e

Japanese Sit at the long, marble bar and watch edible works of art being made with precision in this sushi bar unlike any other.

Their sushi chefs handselect everything so you taste only the very best.

252 George Street, Sydney.

Lunch Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, dinner Mon-Sat 6pm10.30pm. 9114 7314. merivale.com/venues/sushie SYDNEY TOWER BUFFET

Modern Australian Sydney

Tower Buffet offers diners over 60 freshly prepared dishes from a range of cuisines, including modern Australian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Italian and a selection of fresh seafood, not to mention the DIY dessert bar.

Attentive and friendly service is matched with spectacular 360-degree views of the city, making this a unique dining experience for locals and visitors alike.

Reception Level 4, Sydney Westfield Centre, between Pitt and Castlereagh Streets, Sydney.

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Daily lunch 11.30am– 3.30pm (last seating 2pm) and dinner 5pm–10.30pm (last seating 9pm).

8223 3800. sydneytowerbuffet.com.au THE TEA ROOM QVB

Traditional High Tea What better way to capture the sense of occasion than with the time-honoured ritual of traditional afternoon tea. Indulge in a truly unique experience from Royal Albert fine china and British silverware settings, to the delectable selection of petit fours prepared by the awardwinning patissier.

Traditional afternoon tea includes a set selection of sweet cakes and savoury pastries, selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scones with preserve and cream and a wide selection of tea or coffee.

Level 3, North End, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George Street, Sydney.

Morning tea Mon–Fri 10am–12pm. Traditional afternoon tea daily 10am–close. 9283 7279. thetearoom.com.au

DARLING HARBOUR/ KING STREET WHARF

BLACKBIRD

Modern Australian Set in Darling Harbour’s bustling Cockle Bay Wharf, Blackbird uses the freshest ingredients to create mouthwatering burgers, stone-oven pizzas and more. The modern Australian menu is not only satisfying but also adventurous in an atmosphere that exudes sociability.

Balcony level, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour.

Daily 11.30am–late 9283 7385. blackbirdcafe.com.au

CASA RISTORANTE ITALIANO

Italian Head chef Romano has used his Italian history and heritage to create unique dishes to suit the taste buds of Sydney locals and visitors alike. You will enjoy delicious classic Italian food made from Sydney’s freshest produce, with a great wine list to match. The woodfired pizzas are a must and will have you transported to Italy with every bite.

42–48 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Sydney.

Daily 11.30am–late, Sat–Sun breakfast from 8.30am.

9279 4115. lovecasa.com.au GEORGES MEDITERRANEAN BAR & GRILL

Mediterranean Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill sources the finest produce to create their flavoursome dishes. Georges’ simple and unique concept mixed with their flare and ambiance stems from the heart of the Mediterranean, giving visitors a special dining experience. With stunning views of Darling Harbour, signature cocktails and unique wines, Georges will definitely seduce your tastebuds!

Wharf 3, The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Sydney.

Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3pm, dinner 5.30pm–10.30pm and lunch Sat–Sun 12pm–4pm, dinner 5.30pm– 10.30pm. 9295 5066. georgesrestaurant.com.au HARBOUR KITCHEN & BAR

Modern Australian Spanning across the balcony level of Harbourside, Harbour Bar & Kitchen (HBK) offers stunning views of Sydney Harbour and the iconic Sydney city skyline from every seat in the house.

HBK is a world-class dining experience paired with a luxe outdoor bar scene.

The menu offers the finest charcoal oven meats, seafood and vegetables, as well as innovative smaller share plates.

Shop 437 & 447, Level 2, Harbourside Shopping Centre, 2–10 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour. Mon– Fri 10am–late, Sat–Sun 9am–late. 9280 2029. harbourbarandkitchen. com.au HUNTER & BARREL

Modern Australian Hunter & Barrel is a sophisticated take on the hunter’s way, where ancient ritual combines with raw elements of nature in a modern setting. Inside, you can hear the crackle from the fire, smell the meat smoking and see the stacks of coals by the pit. With abundant food offerings, including braised soups, slow-cooked meats, pies, and hearty stews prepared by their signature coal and spit rotisserie, Hunter & Barrel is the perfect place to feast with friends and family.

Tenancy 303, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour.

Sun–Thu 12pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 12pm–10.30pm.

9264 9888. hunterandbarrel.com MEAT DISTRICT CO

Modern Australian At Meat District Co, the hanging cured meats, fall-off-thebone ribs and fresh-made bread will leave nothing to be desired. Their menu features tender and juicy steaks, slow roasted ribs, succulent burgers, the freshest of salads and irresistible desserts.

Shop R3, 11 Lime Street, King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour. Daily 11am–late. 9299 9762. meatdistrictco.com.au

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SORENZO

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Modern Australian

Japanese Sorenzo brings

Steakhouse Steersons offers

Conveniently located on the ground floor of the ICC Sydney in the heart of Darling Harbour, Planar is the perfect spot for a bite to eat any time of the day or night. From prawn lollipops and TexMex nachos to burgers, stone-baked pizzas and mains like American pork ribs and Australian shredded wagyu, there’s something on the menu to cater to everyone’s tastes.

Tempting desserts and a wide variety of drinks are also on offer.

Shop C08, Ground Floor, ICC Sydney, 1A Harbour Street, Sydney. Daily 7am–12am. 9212 6789. planarrestaurant.com.au

contemporary Japanese flavours to Darling Harbour for guests to experience whilst taking in the calming waterfront views of the harbour. Ranging from sashimi to wagyu steaks, Sorenzo encompasses the ever-changing Japanese cuisine by infusing Japanese flavours into western ingredients to provide a fresh change of pace, whilst keeping some of the Japanese favourites for the traditionalists.

Shop 347, Level 2, Harbourside Shopping Centre, 2–10 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour. Daily lunch 12pm–3pm, dinner 5.30pm– late. 9211 9550. sorenzo.com.au

premium quality in all aspects of their dining experience—from the restaurant setting to the excellent steak. Their steaks are second to none in quality, taste and texture; they are succulent and sumptuous and matched by an impressive and extensive wine list featuring Australian and imported wines. If you are a steak lover, then a visit to Steersons is a must.

17 Lime Street, King Street Wharf, Sydney.

Daily lunch 12pm–3pm, dinner 5.30pm–10.30pm.

9295 5060. steersons.com.au

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Asian This spin-off of the successful Melbourne restaurant is proving popular here too. Housed in the historic Griffiths Tea Building in Surry Hills, Chin Chin offers a uniquely Australian take on Asian cuisine. Using the freshest produce and a mix of herbs and spices, their chefs have created a stunning menu of delightfully tasty dishes.

69 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills.

Daily 11.30am–late.

9281 3322. chinchinrestaurant.com.au HOPPER KADE

Sri Lankan Hopper Kade serves a modern take on Sri Lankan cuisine. They fuse traditional Sri Lankan flavours with western cooking techniques and Australian influences.

Their signature hoppers are made in-house from fermented rice flour and coconut milk. The hoppers are naturally dairy and gluten free, filled with a free-range egg and new additions such as Lankanspiced 12-hour beef brisket and pulled pork.

The menu also features Roti wraps, a Sri Lankan roti filled with biryani rice, pickle and hung yoghurt and Biryani plates made with a base of biryani rice, topped with pickle, coconut sambol and a choice of fillings such as beetroot curry or spiced chicken.

253 Crown Street, Darlinghurst. Tue 11am– 3pm, Wed–Fri 11am–3pm and 5pm–10pm, Sat–Sun 8am–3pm and 5pm–10pm. hopperkade.com.au

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INNER WEST

3 WEEDS

Modern Australian This renowned local gastro pub in Rozelle offers a modern take on contemporary Australian cuisine. They offer pub classics as well as multicultural fare. Try the delicious baked whole barramundi with sweet and sour pumpkin, quinoa, ginger, chilli, soya and pickled carrot; or the classic grilled scotch fillet with three mustard butter, chips and salad.

197 Evans Street, Rozelle.

Kitchen: 12pm–late.

9818 2788. 3weeds.com.au THE GREEN LION

Vegan Located in the innerwest suburb of Rozelle, The Green Lion is said to be Australia’s first-pub offering a 100% plant-based menu.

You’ll get all your regular pub favourites but with a vegan twist. Try their vegan version of burgers, hot dogs, pizza, lasagna, chicken schnitzel, “seafood” baskets, nachos and more.

Upstairs at The Red Lion Hotel, 726 Darling Street, Rozelle. Wed–Thu 6pm– 9pm, Fri 6pm–9.30pm, Sat 12.30pm–9.30pm, Sun 12.30pm–8.30pm. thegreenlion.com.au THE ROYAL OAK BALMAIN

Modern Australian Tucked away in the back streets of Balmain you’ll find a gem of a pub, The Royal Oak. It is one of Balmain’s oldest pubs and offers a substantial modern Australian menu and ye olde charm. Choose from snacks and share plates, quality cuts of meat, salads, and pub favourites like the beef and Guinness pie with mash.

36 College Street, Balmain.

Daily 11am–late. 9810 2311. royaloakbalmain.com.au

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TRAMSHEDS

Around The World Filled with top-notch restaurants and food providores, Tramsheds is the perfect pit stop for the hungry diner with many options to choose from. The Tramsheds site is the former home of the Rozelle Tramway Depot which was originally built in 1904. Inside the building you’ll find a mix of restaurants that all focus on food, sustainability and community. Restaurants include Belles Hot Chicken, Flour Eggs Water, Osaka Trading Co, Gelato Messina, Bekya, Butcher and the Farmer and Fish and Co. 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge. Daily 7am–10pm.

8398 5695. tramshedssydney.com.au

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EL CAMINO CANTINA MANLY

Tex Mex El Camino Cantina is a 365-seat restaurant and dining terrace on the rooftop of Manly Wharf.

Dine on tortilla chips and vibrant salsas, soft shell tacos topped with piquant ingredients, sizzling chargrilled fajitas, burritos fat with fillings, and hot buffalo wings. All while drinking classic and frozen margaritas, local, regional and Mexican draught and bottled beers, or choose from over 100 tequilas and mezcals.

Manly Wharf Rooftop, Manly. Daily 11am–late.

9259 5600. elcaminocantina.com.au SAKÉ MANLY

Japanese Saké Manly serves signature Japanese flavours and seasonal drinks at Manly Wharf Rooftop. Dine in the 300seat restaurant with views of Manly Cove. The menu

specialises in izakaya-style food with a selection of made-to-order nigiri, sashimi and sushi rolls.

Unique Manly dishes include bite-sized sashimi with veggie cones and crisp fish tempura with tartar sauce. The drinks list showcases numerous Japanese whiskies, spirits and gins, including sake by the glass, carafe, bottle and flight.

Manly Wharf Rooftop, Manly. Mon–Thu 12pm–3pm and 5pm–10.30pm, Fri–Sat 12pm–3pm and 5pm–11pm, Sun 12pm–9pm. 8099 7076. sakerestaurant.com.au/ manly/home/

MILSONS POINT

ALTUM

Modern Australian Altum Restaurant is a distinctively Sydney dining experience ideally located on Sydney Harbour at Milsons Point. Explore Head Chef Dionisio Randazzo’s thoughtfully constructed menu featuring modern Australian cuisine blended with Mediterranean influences and boasting seasonal produce sourced locally from quality providores, farmers, butchers and fishmongers.

1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point. Lunch and dinner TueSun from 12pm. 9033 7670. thedecksydney.com/ altum-restaurant/

MOSMAN

GUNNERS’ BARRACKS

Modern Australian/High Tea This former military barracks was originally designed and constructed in 1873. Grand Pacific Group restored and re-opened Gunners’ Barracks in 2005 as a stunning dining and events venue. With views across Sydney harbour and

interior features including hand-printed Florence Broadhurst wallpaper, Czech crystal chandeliers and ornate antique furniture, Gunners’ Barracks truly is a unique world-class dining experience.

End of Suakin Drive, Georges Heights, Mosman.

Devonshire, morning and afternoon tea from 10am weekdays. Afternoon tea from 10am weekends. À la carte lunch from 12pm Mon–Fri. 8962 5900. gunnersbarracks.com.au BURNT ORANGE

Modern Australian/High Tea Located in the beautiful Sydney suburb of Mosman, Burnt Orange is housed in a stunning sandstone mansion overlooking Sydney harbour. Their café is open daily serving yummy breakfast, lunch, high tea and afternoon tea. The menu focuses on buying the best quality ingredients from the top suppliers in Sydney and they change their menu seasonally.

1109 Middle Head Road, Mosman. Mon–Fri 8.30am–4pm and Sat–Sun 8.30am–5.30pm. 9969 1120. burntorange.com.au

THE ROCKS

THE ARGYLE

Modern Australian With six unique spaces under the one roof, The Argyle is perfect for any occasion.

Whether it be cocktails in the sleek and stylish Belvedere Bar, drinks in the relaxed lounge or a private party in the intimate surrounds of the Reibey Room. You can even grab a delicious lunch or dinner at The Argyle Kitchen.

18 Argyle Street, The Rocks.

Daily 11am–late. 9247 5500. theargylerocks.com

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by Executive Chef Shaun Presland, features the finest sushi and sashimi. Drop in for cocktails, pull up a seat at the sushi bar, or settle in for an evening and savour the experience. Lunch and dinner Monday–Sunday.

12 Argyle Street, The Rocks. Tel: 9259 5656.

33 Cross Street, Double Bay. Tel: 8017 3104.

Manly Ferry Wharf. Tel: 8099 7076. sakerestaurant.com.au

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Cnr Playfair and Argyle Streets, The Rocks.

Tel: 9247 7785. munichbrauhaus.com

THE CUT BAR & GRILL The Cut Bar & Grill is a meat lover’s emporium; set in an intimate and unique candle-lit underground space where service meets precision and the diners mean business. This classically charming New York inspired steak house prides itself in serving premium cuts of high-quality Australian meat alongside the freshest sustainable seafood. The mouth-watering menu is cooked to perfection by head chef Joel Wootten, matched with impeccable service and a consistently award-winning selection of fine wines, cocktails and whiskies.

16 Argyle Street, The Rocks.

Tel: 9259 5695. cutbarandgrill.com

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THE CUT BAR & GRILL

Steakhouse Housed within a heritage cellar in the heart of The Rocks, The Cut Bar & Grill was inspired by New York’s super-chic steak restaurants. The menu celebrates the very finest cuts of prime Australian beef and sustainable seafood and the dishes are cooked to perfection and matched with impeccable service and fine wines.

16 Argyle Street, The Rocks.

Mon–Fri lunch 12pm–3pm and dinner 5.30pm–10.30pm, Sat 5.30pm–11pm, Sun 5.30pm–10pm. 9259 5695. cutbarandgrill.com EL CAMINO CANTINA

Tex-Mex Located in the heart of The Rocks precinct, El Camino Cantina boasts two huge bars featuring fully-restored 1957 Chevy trunks, complimentary fresh salsa and chips and a large dining room, all with an explosive TexMex meets rock ‘n’ roll vibe. Think muscle cars, motorbikes and neon signs with glimmering lights. It’s all about big, bold flavours as well as freshly blended margaritas.

18 Argyle Street, The Rocks.

Mon–Thu 12pm–12am, Fri–Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–10pm. 9259 5668. elcaminocantina.com.au FISH AT THE ROCKS

Seafood This family-owned restaurant features images of the early-20th-century fishing boats on its walls, while the menu includes exquisite offerings such as the chef’s signature dish of whole baked baby barramundi stuffed with prawns and vegetables, as well as traditional seafood offerings of oysters, lobster, prawns and scallops plus the daily specials board.

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29 Kent Street, The Rocks.

Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm– 2.15pm, dinner daily 6pm– 9.15pm. 9252 4614. fishattherocks.com.au MUNICH BRAUHAUS

Bavarian Munich Brauhaus is a traditional Bavarian bierhaus, where guests can dine, drink and party like Oktoberfest never ended. Located in Sydney’s historic Rocks district it is a bier lovers’ delight. Try the venue’s very own signature Munich Lager, as well as a series of exclusively imported Bavarian Biers, while the menu includes crispy pork belly, pork knuckle, spicy squid and haus-made sausages.

Cnr Argyle and Playfair Streets, The Rocks. Mon– Fri 11am–late, Sat–Sun 9am–late. 9247 7785. munichbrauhaus.com PONY LOUNGE & DINING

Modern Australian Pony’s

open-plan kitchen features a wood-fired Argentinian grill and the interior includes heritage brick walls, woven art hangings and pendant lights hung from the original timber ceiling. The outdoor deck has a stylish bar and communal dining table, perfect for cocktails, sharing small plates with friends, or a more intimate dinner for two.

The Rocks Centre, cnr Kendall Lane and Argyle Street, The Rocks. Daily lunch 12pm–3pm, dinner from 5.30pm. 9252 7797. ponydiningtherocks.com SAKÉ RESTAURANT & BAR

Japanese Saké Restaurant &

Bar combines funky décor and delicious Japanese cuisine to create a truly exciting dining experience.

Top executive chefs deliver an intriguing blend of new-style sushi and

classic dishes in a stunning contemporary space. The bar serves 50 kinds of saké as well as a selection of contemporary cocktails.

12 Argyle Street, The Rocks.

Lunch Mon–Sun 12pm– 3pm, dinner Mon–Thu 5.30pm–10.30pm, Fri–Sat 5.30pm–11.30pm and Sun 5pm–10pm. 9259 5656. Also located at 33 Cross Street, Double Bay. Lunch Mon–Sun 12pm–3pm, dinner Sun–Thu 5.30pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 5.30pm–11pm. 8017 3104. sakerestaurant.com.au

SYDNEY HARBOUR

CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES

Modern Australian/High Tea Dining on Sydney’s

shimmering harbour is a must and Captain Cook Cruises offers premium dining onboard Sydney’s most prestigious cruise ships. A comprehensive range of lunch, high tea and dinner options are available over four decks and private dining rooms. For the ultimate dining experience try the Gold or Platinum Penfolds dinner options including six course degustation dining and a selection of Australia’s most celebrated wines.

Circular Quay (Wharf 6) and Darling Harbour (Pier 26). 9206 1111. captaincook.com.au

WALSH BAY

WALSH BAY KITCHEN

Modern Australian Walsh Bay Kitchen is located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant arts and theatre district at Walsh Bay. Their innovative menu features Australian fare and produce from Sydney’s finest providores.

The Walsh Bay Kitchen bar offers a space for pre-theatre goers and locals to meet.

22 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. Tue–Sat lunch from

midday, dinner from 5pm, Sun dinner from 5pm, as per performances.

1300 368 801. walshbaykitchen.com.au

WATERLOO

LUKE’S KITCHEN

Modern Australian

Prominent Australian chef Luke Mangan brings you Luke’s Kitchen. The venue is a neighbourhood style eatery and the kitchen is led by Sydney chef Mathew Leighton.

The space features a contemporary palette of earthy green and blush pink is the backdrop to warm pendant lighting, and retro finishes including a beaded curtain and a floral screen.

Wed–Fri 4pm–late, Sat 10am–late, Sun 10am–4pm.

8 Danks Street, Waterloo.

9002 5346. lukeskitchen.com.au

WATSONS BAY

DUNBAR HOUSE

Modern Australian A magnificent seaside dining experience located on the shores of Sydney Harbour, in the expansive grounds of Robertson Park, Watsons Bay. This historic 1830s mansion offers a fresh and contemporary all-day menu seven days a week, whilst boasting million-dollar harbour views, beautiful interiors and exceptional service.

Just a stone’s throw away is the Watsons Bay Wharf making a trip on a Sydney ferry an extra special way to visit this landmark destination and one of Australia’s oldest standing buildings. Reservations are strongly recommended.

9 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay. Breakfast and lunch daily from 8am.

9337 1226. dunbarhouse.com.au

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THE TEA ROOM QVB Housed within the iconic Queen Victoria Building is one of Sydney’s grandest dining rooms, The Tea Room QVB. Rich in architectural history and European majesty, this exquisitely appointed establishment offers a signature traditional High Tea experience that is truly unforgettable.

Indulge in an afternoon of splendour and decadence, from Royal Albert fine china and British silverware settings, to the delectable selection of sweet cakes, savoury pastries and finger sandwiches.

Morning Tea—Monday to Friday, 10am–12pm.

High Tea—Seven days, 10am–close.

Level 3, North End, Queen Victoria Building, Tel: 9283 7279. thetearoom.com.au

EL CAMINO CANTINA

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18 Argyle Street, The Rocks. elcaminocantina.com.au

FISH AT THE ROCKS Established in 1988, Fish at The Rocks is home to a delicious array of modern Australian seafood. The menu at this family-owned restaurant features exquisite offerings such as the chef’s signature dish of whole baked baby barramundi stuffed with prawn and vegetables, as well as traditional seafood offerings of oysters, lobster, prawns and scallops plus the daily specials board. Images of early-20th-century fishing boats adorn the walls of this restaurant, which is centrally located in the historic Rocks precinct.

29 Kent Street, The Rocks.

Tel: 9252 4614. fishattherocks.com.au

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Local cheese specialists Occello have curated a beautiful cheese and charcuterie menu to enjoy while sampling everything from wine on tap for $8 a glass to flights of limited and rare wines from the best of Handpicked’s vineyards.

Handpicked Cellar Door, 50 Kensington Street, Chippendale.

9392 9190. handpickedwines.com.au/cellar-door/

THE AUSTRALIAN

BUTTON BAR

This dining and nightlife destination is located in the historic Rocks precinct.

Housed in the 1820s Argyle Stores building, The Argyle features six bars over two levels. With a huge program of events, including live music, DJs, special food offers and more, there’s always something happening at The Argyle.

18 Argyle Street, The Rocks. theargylerocks.com

The iconic Australian Heritage Hotel is located in The Rocks. This is a beer lover’s paradise as it offers more than 120 Australian craft beers, with 20 rotating Australian beers on tap.

Relax amongst locals and try one of their famous gourmet pizzas like the “Coat of Arms” (half-emu and half-kangaroo) or “The Australian” (crocodile and vegetables).

100 Cumberland Street, The Rocks. 9247 2229. australianheritagehotel.com

Located in inner-city Surry Hills, you’ll find the pirateinspired Button Bar. You are guaranteed a good time here, with singalongs and cocktails like the “The Good, The Bad, The Ugly” and “Sneaky Tiki Time”.

65 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills. houseofpocket.com.au/ bars/button-bar-surry-hills/ venue-details/

ARTHOUSE HOTEL

With its ornate furniture and rich artwork, this refurbished 1836 School of Arts building is one of the city’s most inspirational venues. The venue features four separate bars, various art exhibitions, burlesque and cabaret nights, life drawing as well as DJs and club nights. From the Attic Bar, to the modern Verge Bar and Graffiti’s ornate art deco stylings, there is something and somewhere for everyone to enjoy.

275 Pitt Street, Sydney.

9284 1200. arthousehotel.com.au

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BLU BAR ON 36

For an incredible panoramic view of Sydney, head up 36 levels of the Shangri-La Hotel to Blu Bar on 36. For a romantic date high in the sky, or simply a special evening to remember, you’ll find great service, a cocktail list from their worldchampion mixologists and a divine bar food menu, all with the most insanely beautiful city view capturing the sparkling harbour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

Level 36, Shangri-La Hotel, 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks. 9250 6000.

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CRUISE BAR

Amidst all the hustle and bustle of Circular Quay at the Overseas Passenger Terminal, you’ll find Cruise Bar. With iconic harbourside views across to the Sydney Opera House, and a relaxing vibe, Cruise is the perfect pit stop on your travels. The ground floor bar is full of buzz and good vibes, while upstairs Junk Lounge offers an Asian inspired food and drink journey.

Level 1, 2 and 3, Circular Quay West, Sydney.

9251 1188. cruisebar.com.au GAZEBO

In the back streets of Potts Point, you’ll find Gazebo. Lounge in the courtyard or dine from their delicious Italian menu.

From the cocktail list, try

the Limoncello Spritz, it will transport you straight to the Amalfi Coast.

2 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay. 0419 496 011. gazeboelizabethbay.com.au GIN LANE

Head to Chippendale’s Kensington Street and you’ll discover the fantastic small bar, Gin Lane. It is housed in an 18th Century terrace house, and is based on a 17th Century Gin Palace.

This unique bar serves over 80 different gins and a wide selection of whisky and scotch too. Try the “Watering Can” cocktail with gin, Pimms, soda, ginger ale and fresh fruit—it’s delicious!

Kensington Street, Chippendale. ginlanesydney.com.au THE GLENMORE

The renowned Glenmore is always popular, and with a rooftop like theirs, it’s easy to see why. They have a traditional ‘public bar’ on the ground floor with a historic feel, a cocktail bar and dining rooms on the first floor, and the now iconic Rooftop Bar on the top floor. With 180-degree views of Sydney Harbour you can soak up the sun in

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the day, and relax by the glittering lights of the city at night.

96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks. 9247 4794. theglenmore.com.au GRAIN

The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney takes hotel bars to the next level with their refined ground floor bar, Grain. Celebrate the fine craft of drinking with an extensive menu of boutique beers, carefullycrafted cocktails and one of Australia’s largest whisky selections. There’s bar food to share, from cheese platters and charcuterie boards to main meals and delicious desserts.

Lobby Level, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, 199 George Street, Sydney. 9250 3118. grainbar.com.au HACIENDA SYDNEY

With exotic harbour views, Hacienda Sydney is perfectly placed for an afternoon cocktail or two.

With its cool plantation vibe and pastel colour palette you’ll be at ease. Choose from their rum-inspired cocktails or feast on the share menu.

Level 3, 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney. 9256 4083. haciendasydney.com.au HARBOUR VIEW HOTEL

The views don’t get much more iconic than at the Harbour View Hotel— the name says it all really!

It is located in The Rocks under the southern end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

The first Harbour View Hotel was built in 1843 and demolished to make way for the bridge to be built —it was originally located where the granite pylons now stand. Head up to the rooftop cocktail bar or dine at the restaurant, it doesn’t

get much better than this!

18 Lower Fort Street, Dawes Point. 9252 4111. harbourview.com.au HENRY DEANE

Located at the top of Hotel Palisade, Henry Deane is a sophisticated bar spread across two floors, with exquisite views over Barangaroo and the harbour. Their gorgeous cocktail lounge will have you grinning with a menu full of exotic options including the ‘No way Frose’ and ‘SunKissed Spritz’. Pair these with food choices from their menu including oysters, seafood and desserts.

Hotel Palisade, 35 Bettington Street, Millers Point. 9018 0123. hotelpalisade.com INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY DOUBLE BAY ROOFTOP

Located on the top floor of the five-star InterContinental Sydney Double Bay, the Rooftop Bar and Lounge is a paradise overlooking both leafy Double Bay and shimmering Sydney Harbour. Enjoy the panoramic Sydney views, a classic blue-and-white striped sun lounge, or your own private cabana, where you can order cabana package meals including a fresh seafood selection.

33 Cross Street, Double Bay. Open Oct–Apr (closed to the public May–Sep). 8388 8388. icsydneydoublebay.com IVY

ivy is a leading dining, entertainment and retail destination in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. It is home to award-winning restaurants, their famous rooftop pool bar and numerous event spaces. ivy venues include Pool Club, Ash St. Cellar, Palings, Felix, The Royal George and Uccello.

ivy’s world-class design, impeccable service and great food ensure that you’ll have a memorable night out.

330 George Street, Sydney.

9240 3000. merivale.com.au LEVEL SEVEN

Level Seven is a New Yorkinspired rooftop bar at the heritage Primus Hotel.

Featuring lush green areas, nautical cabanas and twinkling fairy lights, it is a stylish destination, where you can sit back and enjoy champagne, oysters and house-crafted cocktails.

339 Pitt Street, Sydney.

Open Sep–Apr (closed to the public May–Aug). 8027 8000. primushotelsydney.com MARBLE BAR

The gorgeous Marble Bar at Hilton Sydney was built in 1892 and restored in 2005. Today it is a lively underground bar and live music venue, with live music from 7pm every Thursday to Sunday. Try a drink from their prohibition-inspired menu.

Level B1, Hilton Sydney, 488 George Street, Sydney. 9266 2000. marblebarsydney.com.au

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NOLA SMOKEHOUSE & BAR

Nola is a celebration of all things New Orleans.

Famous for their Southern BBQ menu, head to the bar and try a Sazerac cocktail, or perhaps you are game for one of their special Whiskey Flights.

Level 1, International Tower 1, 100 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo South. 9188 3039. nolasydney.com OPERA BAR

Perhaps Sydney’s most famous outdoor bar, Opera Bar is a must-do on any visit to Sydney. Perched in the shadows of the iconic Sydney Opera House, it is located on the Lower Concourse and provides epic picture-postcard views of the city, harbour surrounds and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sit back and bask in the city’s glow with a cocktail in hand, and feast on bar snacks, salads, delicious mains, meat and cheese platters, or freshly shucked oysters and seafood.

Sydney Opera House, Lower Concourse, Bennelong Point, Sydney. 9247 1666. operabar.com.au

MUNICH BRAUHAUS

PALMER & CO

It’s Oktoberfest all year round at this Bavarianstyle bar in the heart of The Rocks. Enjoy their premium imported Bavarian beers and delicious German menu which includes all things pork, including schnitzels, sausages, pork belly and their famous crispy pork knuckle. All these Bavarian treats are served to you in a traditional bier hall atmosphere with staff dressed in traditional costumes too!

Cnr Playfair and Argyle Streets, The Rocks. 9247 7785. munichbrauhaus.com

Step back in time to a prohibition-era bar at Palmer & Co. Hidden down a laneway, this basement speakeasy is the place to go for classy cocktails like the ‘El Presidente’ or ‘The Capone’.

Be sure to check out the stylish staff decked out in 1920s-style fashion.

Abercrombie Lane, Sydney. 9114 7315. merivale. com.au/palmerandco THE SQUIRE’S LANDING

Head to James Squire’s flagship microbrewery in Sydney, The Squire’s Landing. With incredible panoramic views of the

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Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge it is the perfect spot for a meal and drink by the harbour. Grab a glass of your favourite James Squire brew or try one of their limited releases.

The Squire’s Landing’s Head Brewer also crafts exclusive small batch brews onsite, so there’s always something new and unique to try.

Northern end of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay. 8014 5661. thesquireslanding.com.au SMOKE ROOFTOP BAR

Located atop Sydney hotspot, Barangaroo House, you’ll find Smoke Rooftop Bar. It’s the place to head to watch the sunset, cocktail in hand. Match your drinks with a bar menu of delectable snacks, including brisket doughnuts and their famous sea urchin and orange jam toastie.

35 Barangaroo Avenue, Sydney. 8587 5400. barangaroohouse.com.au ZEPHYR SKY BAR

Overlooking Darling Harbour and Barangaroo, the Hyatt Regency’s Zephyr Sky Bar is a unique rooftop destination. It is known for its cutting-edge “levitating” drinks presentation, where seasonally-inspired creations are served directly to your table in a smoking levitating glass.

Custom vermouth-inspired cocktails, vintage rums and signature drinks such as the Strawberry Spritz and freshly-pressed Grapefruit Martini can be paired with mouthwatering snacks.

Hyatt Regency Sydney, Level 12, 161 Sussex Street, Sydney. 8099 1234. zephyrbarsydney.com ZETA BAR

Hilton Sydney’s Zeta Bar is an exclusive escape in the

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heart of the city. Try their award-winning cocktails, or sample their sharing platters, pizza or bar snacks.

Level 4, Hilton Sydney, 488 George Street, Sydney. 9265 6070. zetabar.com.au

BOWLING

ARCHIE BROTHERS CIRQUE ELECTRIQ

The party is well and truly alive at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq. Think a fun fairground vibe mixed with arcade games, tenpin bowling, laser tag and Dodgem cars. Head to the in-house diner for burgers, monster shakes and fries.

75 O’Riordan Street, Alexandria. archiebrothers.com.au KINGPIN DARLING HARBOUR

Centrally located at Harbourside Shopping Centre, you’ll find Kingpin Darling Harbour. They offer 20 bowling lanes across four zones as well as laser tag, arcade games and pool tables. Enjoy an electric atmosphere of food and fun—may the best bowler win!

Harbourside Shopping Centre, 2-10 Darling Drive, Sydney. 13 26 95. kingpinbowling.com.au STRIKE KING STREET WHARF

With ten bowling alleys, karaoke and escape rooms, Strike Bowling at King Street Wharf is the place to be for a good time. Dine on pizza, chicken wings and hot dogs or kick back with a cocktail in the waterside lounge before you head to the bowling alley and score a strike or two!

22 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Sydney.

1300 787 453. strikebowling.com.au

BREWERIES

BATCH BREWING COMPANY

Sydney’s own Batch Brewing Company have made quite a name for themselves with their collection of small batch hand crafted brews.

They have a wide range on tap, plus more varieties bottled, so there’s sure to be something to take your fancy, from their ‘West Coast IPA’ to the ‘Marrickville Roots Ginger Ale’.

44 Sydenham Road, Marrickville. 9550 5432. batchbrewingco.com.au

CASINOS

THE STAR SYDNEY

The Star Sydney is a huge entertainment complex, and a memorable night out for all. From their finedining restaurants, cool bars, luxury boutiques, live music, large theatre and world-class casino, there’s always something to see and do at The Star.

80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont. 9777 9000. star.com.au/sydney

CLASSICAL MUSIC & DANCE

THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET

The Australian Ballet is Australia’s premier ballet company and regularly performs new and classical works at Sydney’s home of the arts, the Sydney Opera House. Committed to artistic excellence and led

by Artistic Director David McAllister, The Australian Ballet is renowned on the world stage. See the likes of Principal Artist Amber Scott in action, whilst recent international guest ballerinas include the likes of America’s Misty Copeland.

Performances at the Sydney Opera House, Sydney. 1300 369 741. australianballet.com.au

BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE

Bangarra is one of Australia’s leading dance companies bringing contemporary Indigenous culture to the world’s stage. With a focus on culture and music, Bangarra is led by Artistic Director Stephen Page and features performers with a proud Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander background from across the country.

Pier 4, 15 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. 9251 5333. bangarra.com.au OPERA AUSTRALIA

Australia’s premier opera company, Opera Australia, brings world-class productions to the Sydney Opera House stage. From the likes of “La Boheme” and “Aida” to musicals like “Evita” and “The King and I”, Opera Australia’s varied program is a testament to their artistic depth. With intricate costumes and astonishing staging, a night with Opera Australia is one to remember.

Performances at the Sydney Opera House, Sydney.

9318 8200. opera.org.au SYDNEY DANCE COMPANY

Sydney Dance Company brings modern Australian dance to the stage. Led

by Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela, the company regularly performs original works and programs by leading choreographers from around the world.

The Wharf, Pier 4, 15 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. 9221 4811. sydneydancecompany.com SYDNEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Led by Chief Conductor and Artistic Director David Robertson, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra offers a wide variety of world-class

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concerts and events. Enjoy classical performances of Beethoven and Mozart, modern pop and rock performers accompanied by the Symphony, and iconic movie soundtracks brought to life in rich, vibrant sounds.

Performances at the Sydney Opera House and City Recital Hall, Sydney. 8215 4600. sydneysymphony.com

DISTILLERIES

ARCHIE ROSE

Archie Rose is Sydney’s first independent distillery in over 160 years, producing gin, vodka and a collection of whiskies.

This fully operational distillery also offers patrons a trendy on-site bar. Surrounded by whisky barrels, the bar offers the full range of Archie Rose products in a unique space of copper touches and relaxed charm.

85 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery. 8458 2300. archierose.com.au

LIVE MUSIC

ENMORE THEATRE

Located in the inner-west suburb of Newtown, the Enmore Theatre is Sydney’s home of live music. From the latest indie bands to big name musicians, the Enmore is the place to see the best bands in town from local Aussie acts to international stars. The venue also hosts numerous stand-up comedians and comedy events throughout the year.

118–132 Enmore Road, Newtown. 9550 3666. enmoretheatre.com.au METRO THEATRE

This intimate theatre on George Street is an iconic live music venue. You know you’ve made it in Sydney’s music scene

when you headline a gig here. Whether you like rock, indie, alternative, hip hop or a bit of everything, there’s always a diverse line-up of acts on stage at the Metro.

624 George Street, Sydney. 9550 3666. metrotheatre.com.au STATE THEATRE

From grand musicals and stand-up comedy to classic concerts and pop stars, the majestic State Theatre in the heart of the city has seen it all.

This iconic venue opened in 1929 and features elements of Gothic and Art Deco architecture. The magnificent interiors and beautiful chandeliers are a must-see. The State Theatre also hosts movie premieres and is home to the annual Sydney Film Festival.

49 Market Street, Sydney. 9373 6655. statetheatre.com.au SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

It doesn’t get much better than seeing live music at the sublime Sydney Opera House. From the hallowed halls of the Concert Hall, to a summer night out in the open-air of the Forecourt, it’s always a very special experience.

Choose from cuttingedge musical acts to classical symphonies and everything in between.

Bennelong Point, Sydney. 9250 7777. sydneyoperahouse.com

MAGIC

THE GENTLEMAN MAGICIAN

Every weekend, Bruce Glen, The Gentleman Magician enchants and amazes audiences at his Magical Soirées at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay. Reminiscent of the captivating events of

the famous ‘salons’ in 19th century Europe, this has become a ‘must see’ event for locals and international visitors. Guests are greeted with champagne and gourmet canapés, before being transported back to a time when performers were summoned to entertain Europe’s elite in the parlours of their grand salons. This is an entrancing evening of world-class magic and captivating Australian stories.

7pm, Fridays and Saturdays, Sir Stamford Circular Quay Hotel, 93 Macquarie Street, (Cnr Albert Street), Sydney.

Bookings essential.

1300 033 599.

GentlemanMagician.com.au

THEATRE

BELL SHAKESPEARE

Bell Shakespeare is Australia’s premiere theatre company performing the works of William Shakespeare. Founded by the legendary John Bell, the company has been bringing Shakespeare’s words to audiences since 1990, always pushing boundaries and challenging expectations.

Sydney Opera House, Sydney. 8298 9000. bellshakespeare.com.au BELVOIR

One of Sydney’s most acclaimed theatre companies, Belvoir, is based in the inner-city suburb of Surry Hills.

Delivering an innovative program of dynamic Australian theatre featuring some of the country’s best actors, playwrights and directors, across both the Upstairs and Downstairs stages.

18 and 25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills. 9699 3444. belvoir.com.au

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HAYES THEATRE COMPANY

For the best in Australian musical theatre head to Hayes Theatre Company in Potts Point. This small theatre is home to some big name shows, programming new and innovative musical theatre and cabaret.

Hayes Theatre Co is a not for profit company, named after Australian musical theatre legend, Nancye Hayes.

19 Greenknowe Avenue, Potts Point. 8065 7337. hayestheatre.com.au SYDNEY THEATRE COMPANY

Sydney Theatre Company (STC) presents a diverse range of shows throughout the year from classic plays to new, Australian productions at its own theatres at The Wharf and at the nearby Roslyn Packer Theatre. Australian acting luminaries to grace the STC stage in recent years include Cate Blanchett, Rose Byrne, Judy Davis and Hugo Weaving.

The Wharf theatres, Pier 4, Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. 9250 1777. sydneytheatre.com.au

WINE BARS

HANDPICKED CELLAR DOOR SYDNEY

In the heart of funky Chippendale, you’ll find Handpicked Wines’ urban cellar door. Stop by for a wine tasting or try a tasting flight and uncover new wines from different regions. Enjoy a selection of cheese and charcuterie, and take home some wine from the Wine Shop.

50 Kensington Street, Chippendale. 9392 9190. handpickedwines.com.au

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SYDNEY CIT Y MAP LEGEND Art Gallery of NSW ................... I12 Australian Museum..................H17 Barangaroo Reserve ..................B6 BridgeClimb ................................E6 Capitol Theatre ......................... F21 Circular Quay .............................. F8 Chinese Gardens ......................D19 Chifley Plaza............................. G11 Cockle Bay.................................D16 Darling Harbour........................C16 General Post Office ..................E12 Hyde Park ................................. G15 Hyde Park Barracks Museum ................................... G13 Harbourside Darling Harbour........................C16 King Street Wharf.....................C13 Luna Park ....................................E1 Madame Tussauds Sydney .....C14 Market City ................................E21

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Martin Place .............................. F12 Museum of Contemporary Art Australia ................................E8 Museum of Sydney .................. F10 National Maritime Museum...... B14 Paddy’s Markets .......................E21 Powerhouse Museum..............D21 Queen Victoria Building...........E16 Royal Botanic

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Garden, Sydney........................H10 SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium....C14 St Andrew’s Cathedral .............E17 St Mary’s Cathedral .................H14 State Library of NSW .............. G11 State Theatre ............................ F15 Sydney Central Plaza ............... F15 Sydney Harbour Bridge .............E3 Sydney Observatory ..................D8 Sydney Opera House ................ G5 Sydney Tower........................... F14 Sydney Town Hall ....................E17 Sydney Visitors Centre .............E9 The Galeries .............................. F16 The Star .....................................A14

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 February brings the heat in more ways than one!

Spoil your date this Valentine’s Day with a special experience they’ll never forget. From helicopter flights to star gazing and a sunrise kayak, Sydney has plenty to offer lovers.

For more great activities in Sydney visit wheretraveler.com

Views From Above Picture this—you’re flying over Sydney, looking down at the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then heading north to spend a romantic lunch in the vineyards of the Hunter Valley. The helicopter lands and you’re soon feasting on a 3-course meal, sipping wine and taking in the vistas of the vines amidst the splendour of nature. And to make your day stress free, Sydney Helitours will organise everything, including hotel collection, so you can just sit back, relax and congratulate yourself on a romantic day you and your partner will treasure forever.

Sydney Helitours. 9317 3402. sydneyhelitours.com.au

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Stars for your Valentine Pack a picnic and impress your loved one with your knowledge of the galaxy with a night under the stars. On Valentine’s Day in Centennial Parklands astronomer Dr Luke Barnes will be on hand to show you how easy stargazing can be.

Choose from a selection of telescopes and stargaze away. Picnic hampers may be ordered and food carts will also be there to sate your hunger.

14 February, Centennial Parklands, Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park. centennialparklands.com.au/ whatson/stars-for-yourvalentine

Sunrise Kayak For some there are few activities that warrant a wake up before sunrise.

However, Sydney by Kayak is surely one of them, so set your alarm and indulge in a 1.5-hour ‘Sunrise Kayak and Coffee’ tour. Meet your guide at Lavender Bay for your safety briefing, life jacket fitting and setting up your kayak. You’ll then paddle your way out onto the scenic foreshores of Lavender Bay and Blues Point, just in time to watch the sun rise.

Sit back and take in the serenity, because nothing says “I love you” like a hot coffee watching the sun rise!

Lavender Bay Boat Ramp, Railway Avenue, Lavender Bay. 9056 5045. sydneybykayak.com.au

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