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  • Amusement and Theme Parks (1)
    1. Chipmunks Ryde One of Sydney's newest and coolest indoor children's play land and cafe. A great place for kids to jump, climb, shoot and play. Featuring a huge three storey inflatable slide, ball battle zone, huge slippery dip, tunnels and ball pits. There is also a separate under five years play area, yummy cafe with gourmet fresh food and delicious coffee. Chipmunks has Funtastic party packages for all ages. Need some time out? Check out the drop off service for children aged 5 to 11 years, staff provide general supervision while parents can shop or just have some time to themselves.
  • Dining and Eating Out (29)
    1. 3 Weeds Rozelle Bar and Restaurant The 3 Weeds is a unique, award winning bar and restaurant near Balmain in Sydney's Inner West. It is a popular venue renowned for its excellent food, extensive wine list and choice of tap beers. The friendly vibe and ambience make it one of Sydney's best pubs and definitely worth visiting.
    2. 360 Bar and Dining 360 Bar and Dining is the pre-eminent restaurant space in Sydney Tower Dining boasting unsurpassed 360 revolving views of the Sydney skyline. With dark mahogany wood finishes and soft ambient lighting, 360 Bar and Dining provides a breathtaking setting with an unbeatable backdrop.
    3. 4 Pines Brewing Company 4 Pines Brewing Company is known for award winning beers along with a seasonal menu featuring beer friendly food.
    4. African Feeling This long established, small and colourful restaurant serves a wide selection of traditional and modern African dishes incorporating recipes, spices and flavours from across the continent: from Morocco to Zimbabwe, Nigeria to Kenya. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed. Tasty tagines and fresh fufu are accompanied by traditional African drumming on Saturday nights. Eat in or take-away, African Feeling is a BYO restaurant.
    5. Al Aseel, Surry Hills With four locations across Sydney (also in Newtown, Lakemba and Greenacre), Al Aseel is renowned for tasty and authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. The Surry Hills location provides an unpretentious modern dining room with outdoor tables serving simple, fresh and flavoursome Lebanese favourites. Shisha pipes are also available and belly dancers perform regularly on Friday and Saturday nights. Al Aseel is licenced and BYO (not on Friday and Saturday night).
    6. Almustafa Lebanese Restaurant Traditional Lebanese cuisine is served in the casual, cosy and colourful dining room or in the pretty garden courtyard, where late night diners can also enjoy traditional shisha pipes (argileh). Upstairs, the Cushion Lounge is perfect for private parties offering banquet meze menus, lively Arabic music and belly dancing on Friday and Saturday nights. Eat in or take-away Almustafa is licenced and BYO.
    7. Ananas Bar and Brasserie Ananas is Sydney's newest complete bar and dining destination, bringing a taste of contemporary French Mediterranean to Sydney's Rocks district.
    8. Bavarian Bier Cafe Bondi Beach Located at the centre of the famous beachside suburb's main street, Bavarian Bier Cafe Bondi offers a relaxed vibe, with comfortable booths, long bench tables and a striking stein chandelier providing a stylish setting in which to catch up with friends.
    9. Bavarian Bier Cafe Chatswood Bavarian Bier Cafe Chatswood is located in the Eat Street precinct and answers calls for a taste of contemporary Bavaria in the buzzy North Sydney district. Featuring a stunning designer interior and alfresco dining, this is the perfect venue for a quick drink after work, corporate lunches with a chilled vibe or relaxed meals with friends and family on weekends.
    10. Bavarian Bier Cafe Crows Nest An exciting new addition to Willoughby Road's popular restaurant precinct and a welcome sibling for the Chatswood venue, Bavarian Bier Cafe Crows Nest features all of your favourite Bavarian-style dishes, along with the extensive range of Pure Biers, schnapps and wine. Open, spacious and boasting private and alfresco dining areas, this fantastic designer space is the perfect place for corporate lunches, post-work drinks, celebratory parties, unique functions and weekend fun!
    11. Bavarian Bier Cafe Entertainment Quarter Located in the heart of Sydney's famous entertainment precinct, Bavarian Bier Cafe Entertainment Quarter combines the renowned Bavarian hospitality with a family friendly atmosphere, making it a truly unique venue. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions and corporate events, the two huge levels and large alfresco dining area can cater for functions of all sizes. With delicious Bavarian cuisine on the menu and a wide range of authentic Pure Biers on tap, it's a great choice for pre and post movie or show dining and drinks.
    12. Bavarian Bier Cafe Manly Wharf Overlooking stunning Manly Cove, Bavarian Bier Cafe Manly Wharf features large tables and spaces set aside for birthdays, celebrations and corporate functions, plus a cosy fireplace for the colder months.
    13. Bavarian Bier Cafe O'Connell Street Situated amid Sydney's financial district, Bavarian Bier Cafe O'Connell is the destination du jour for fine bier and design aficionados alike.
    14. Bavarian Bier Cafe Parramatta Perfectly placed in the heart of Sydney's second central business district, Bavarian Bier Cafe Parramatta boasts the very best Bavarian bier, authentic cuisine and warm hospitality, along with a dedicated event space.
    15. Bavarian Bier Cafe York Street The warm yet sleek styling of Bavarian Bier Cafe York makes it the perfect location for any corporate or social event. Whether you're hosting an intimate birthday dinner or large cocktail party, they can guarantee a great and hassle-free night out. With delicious set menus and canapé platters available, plus 10 draught Bavarian biers on tap, they can help to make your next event a great success! Bavarian Bier Cafe York also features an event level - York Bier Keller. Located downstairs, this unique function space is perfect to hire for exclusive events or corporate functions.
    16. Bedlam Bar and Food Bedlam Bar and Food is your friendly local bar with great burgers, cocktails, live comedy, music and events. Downstairs in the lounge bar you'll feel like you're miles away in this very warm and intimate setting. It's the perfect place for catching up with friends or for your next function, party or event. The bar is spacious, has great lighting and is decorated with a unique collection of 1970s furniture giving it a retro chic feel. Upstairs, the main bar is more contemporary and has plenty of outdoor seating making it the perfect place to sit, relax and watch the world go by.
    17. Belljar Curl up with a cup of tea or coffee at Newtown's Belljar café - a cozy, intimate coffee shop on King Street reminiscent of your grandmother's kitchen. The café is tucked into a quiet building on a leafy residential street. The menu is filled with a selection of simple, fresh and affordable foods.
    18. Bondi Hardware What was once a place for local tradesman and DIY enthusiasts is now a pumping bar and restaurant simply known as Bondi Hardware. This hall street institution is fast becoming the new hipster hot spot, with fashionable crowds flocking to the restaurant for the share-style cuisine, refined wine menu and innovative cocktail list.
    19. Botanic Gardens Restaurant Nestled in Sydney's stunning Royal Botanic Gardens, the picturesque Botanic Gardens Restaurant is an enchanting venue offering open-air dining in exquisite garden surroundings. Wide wisteria-draped verandahs and spectacular leafy views, paired with the original 19th Century building facade, make the Restaurant an essential location for visitors.
    20. Button Bar After the success of Pocket Bar and Stitch, the owners brand new venture has an underground feeling about it with leather booths and dark nooks and crannies shaped a bit like the galley of a pirate ship.
    21. Cafe Kasturi Cafe Kasturi offers a variety of all time favourites Southeast Asian dishes. In addition, the food is certified Halal. These dishes are made to perfection to ensure their authenticity. Experienced chefs from Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand are the key to their goal to provide the utmost flavour to their dishes.
    22. Cafe Sydney Cafe Sydney captures the essence of Sydney from its amazing location on the rooftop of Customs House at Circular Quay with spectacular harbour views, delicious food, an outdoor terrace, cocktail lounge and a relaxed, contemporary interior.
    23. Campbelltown Catholic Club "The King of Clubs" is a fantastic facility offering the best in entertainment, food, drink and service, to locals and visitors alike.
    24. Catalina Restaurant Situated on Sydney Harbour's picturesque Rose Bay, Catalina boasts one of the most beautiful restaurant locations in the world.
    25. Centennial Parklands Just 10 minutes from the City, Centennial Parklands is a must-do activity in Sydney. This is the ideal place to get active - hire a bike, enjoy a round of golf, or have a go at horse riding. Or if you want to slow down the pace you'll find endless space to have a picnic with friends or to read a book under one of the 15,000 trees! Beautifully maintained lawns, ponds, flower beds and statues, as well as a great cafe, provide a stunning backdrop for a lazy day or an action-packed get-together.
    26. Centennial Parklands Dining Centennial Parklands Dining, set in the heart of Sydney's Centennial Park, boasts elegant dining rooms, sun-drenched decks, outdoor terraces, floor-to-ceiling windows and unsurpassed views over rolling green lawns. Encompassing a cafe, wine room and kiosk, Centennial Parklands Dining offers a range of flexible dining spaces suitable to both casual and formal occasions.
    27. Chiswick Located in the stunning surrounds of Chiswick Gardens in Woollahra, Chiswick is the mastermind of celebrity Chef Matt Moran and Peter Sullivan. The menu embraces a simple approach with a range of dishes - from seafood to Matt Moran's famous lamb - designed for sharing. The menu features produce predominantly from local suppliers and the Chiswick garden, with many dishes utilising the kitchen's custom-built wood fire oven.
    28. City Extra Restaurant - Circular Quay City Extra is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days of the year. City Extra offers great food, an exciting atmosphere and superb views of Sydney Harbour from its Circular Quay location.
    29. Cohibar Cohibar is eclectic and funky - just like it's bartenders! With resident DJ's mixing the best in funky house music and expert mixologists mixing the best of Sydney's cocktails, you are destined to have a good night at Cohibar. Cocktails are the house specialties, which can be enjoyed from the bar's lofty perch above Cockle Bay. The seductive loft has leather furnishings and floor-to-ceiling views of the Sydney skyline. Share plates and bar food available.
  • Entertainment (8)
    1. 121BC Cantina and Enoteca 121BC Cantina and Enoteca has opened opposite the more mature Italian restaurant, Vini. All about vino, the little wine bar serves wine by the glass from all regions of Italy and you can purchase over 300 wines by the bottle from the adjoining cantina (wine shop). Take a seat at the long communal table to enjoy perfect pairings of wine with share plates of simple, seasonal, Italian cucina.
    2. Arcadia Liquors Redfern is solidifying its place as one of Sydney's top small bar hubs, and Arcadia Liquors is fortifying this borough's standing. Located on the corner of Regent and Redfern streets, David Jank and Brett Pritchard have created a clean and deceptively large space, decorated with handsome wooden finishes and a small beer garden out back. There is a simple bar food menu (gourmet toasties and spiced nuts), but it is the booze 'carte du jour' that steals the lime light. Beer-lovers tap the flow of Spaten Lager from Munich while the mulled wine has customers coming back for more.
    3. Bangarra Dance Theatre Bangarra Dance Theatre is Australia's leading Indigenous performing arts company.
    4. Bar at the End of the Wharf Situated at the 'deep end' of the historic Wharf building at Walsh Bay, which has been the home base of Sydney Theatre Company (STC) for almost 30 years, the new bar is designed by STC Resident Designer Alice Babidge and will be a relaxed, comfortable, affordable drinking and dining environment for theatre-goers, local workers and residents as well as a 'home' for the STC's artists and staff to gather, collaborate, eat and drink.
    5. Belvoir St Theatre Belvoir is one of Australia's most respected and celebrated theatre companies, growing under the artistic leadership of Neil Armfield from 1994 - 2010. Under new Artistic Director Ralph Myers and General Manager Brenna Hobson, the company performs at its home, the historic Belvoir St Theatre, located in Surry Hills, Sydney where it stages a 12 month season of work, as well as touring to arts centres nationally and internationally.
    6. Bulletin Place Located one block up from Circular Quay, Bulletin Place is causing a cocktail storm with famed bartender Tim Philips from Hemmesphere Cocktail Bar at the helm. Together with industry veterans and business partners Adi Ruiz and Robb Sloan, the trio inject lightning bolts into Sydney's small bar scene. Situated on the first floor of a heritage building and boasting recycled, earthy decor, the venue features a daily cocktail menu written on butcher's paper behind the bar that follows the rhythm of the seasons. For wine lovers a biodynamic list will offer select NSW drops, but the award-winning tipples make for fierce competition.
    7. Capitol Theatre Don't just go for the show, visit the Capitol Theatre for a great and total night out! Arrive early and savour a relaxing drink with friends before the show in the elegant and magnificent bars.
    8. Casula Powerhouse Casula Powerhouse is a multi-disciplinary arts centre located on the banks of the Georges River. The centre has a 326 seat theatre, performance space, seven exhibition spaces and artist residencies.
  • Farming, Food and Produce (3)
    1. Belgenny Farm Belgenny Farm is located in historic Camden Park Estate, famous home of agricultural pioneers Elizabeth and John Macarthur. Located only one hour from Sydney, Belgenny Farm has a unique setting and offers a number of picturesque locations, including the famous Granary reception room and beautiful country gardens.
    2. Calmsley Hill City Farm Calmsley Hill City Farm is a farm based attraction, close to the heart of Sydney - a place where children and adults can enjoy a variety of exciting shows and exhibits. Get up close to a range of native and farmyard animals.
    3. Conservatory Bar The sophisticated Conservatory Bar is the perfect place to sip away the twilight hours. Select from their extensive wine list, or indulge in a range of exotic cocktails. Recently unveiled, the covered outdoor Terrace provides the perfect setting for meeting with friends and can be reserved for private cocktail parties and events.
  • Galleries, Museums and Collections (17)
    1. 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is a non-profit organisation (4A) with the aim of promoting a greater understanding of diverse cultures through the arts. 4A showcases both Asian and Australian artists through an innovative program of exhibitions, conferences, seminars and workshops.
    2. Aboriginal Heritage Museum The Aboriginal Heritage Office offers free entry and a tour of the museum with an Aboriginal Heritage Officer if requested.
    3. AMAZE - The Michael Crouch Gallery The State Library launched is first new gallery since 1929! AMAZE: The Michael Crouch Gallery is an exciting space of changing objects with fascinating back stories. Ned Kelly 'Wanted' poster, James Cook's hand-drawn maps of New Zealand and the sketchbooks of John Glover and Arthur Streeton are just some of the amazing objects currently on show.
    4. Ambush Gallery aMBUSH Gallery has an influence on the creative and cultural development of the city that extends beyond the four walls of its Waterloo exhibition space. Instigating and collaborating on both philanthropic and commercial initiatives, aMBUSH is committed to developing the relationship between contemporary Australian art and its audiences through innovative and progressive art-based projects.
    5. Ann Snell Gallery The Ann Snell Gallery opened in 2003. It began humbly with Ann borrowing money to purchase her first collection but Ann's passion and keen eye for art, soon paid off with her first show selling out. 2012 saw the introduction of an 'Australian Art' collection featuring an exciting range of artists using various mediums to explore universal the concepts of 'Post Modern Tribalism' and 'Unsustainable Industries' to name a few.
    6. Art Gallery of New South Wales Explore five levels of art at one of Australia's most popular art museums, located within beautiful parklands overlooking Sydney Harbour just 10 minutes walk from the city.
    7. Artsite Gallery Artsite is dedicated to promoting Australian contemporary art and design.
    8. Artspace Visual Arts Centre Artspace Visual Arts Centre is a leading international residency-based contemporary art centre, housed in the historic Gunnery Building in Woolloomooloo fronting Sydney Harbour.
    9. Australian Museum The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research, community programs and exhibitions. The museum was established in 1827 and is Australia's first museum, with unique and extensive collections of natural science and cultural artefacts.
    10. Australian National Maritime Museum Located at the northern end of Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum is a distinctive indoor/outdoor attraction and great days entertainment for the whole family.
    11. Boyd Gallery Boyd Gallery houses over 250 Australian works of art in oil, watercolour, acrylic and other mediums. They hold exhibitions for major art works on a monthly basis. Boyd Gallery has been established for 25 years and represents a long list of fine Australian artists including - Patrick Carroll, Velia Newman, Joseph Frost, Paul Margocsy and many others.
    12. Brenda May Gallery Brenda May established Access Gallery in Sydney in 1985 to support emerging Australian artists. The Gallery moved to the Danks Street complex when it opened in 2001 and currently represents a small group of emerging to established artists, including Tanmaya Bingham, Senden Blackwood, Robert Boynes, Will Coles, Jim Croke, Sybil Curtis, Todd Fuller, James Guppy, Waratah Lahy, Melinda Le Guay, Al Munro, Carol Murphy, Mylyn Nguyen, Leslie Oliver, Lezlie Tilley and Peter Tilley.
    13. Brett Whiteley Studio Explore one of Sydney's best kept secrets: the Brett Whiteley Studio, where one of Australia's most celebrated artists of the 20th century lived and worked from 1988 to 1992.
    14. Bundeena and Maianbar Art Trail Forget the misery of the grey cold city and experience the Bundeena and Maianbar Art Trail open day in the Royal National Park.
    15. Carss Cottage Museum Carss Cottage is a sandstone cottage built in 1865 for William Carss and family. It is the oldest building still standing in the Kogarah area and houses a Museum focusing on local history, run by Kogarah Historical Society. Changing displays range from famous local artists to the history of theatrical groups from the region and lifestyles of the nineteenth and early twentieth century.
    16. City of Canada Bay Museum Ever wondered where the iconic Aussie rotary mower, Victa, originated? Mervyn Victor Richardson took "borrowing your neighbours lawn mower" to a whole new level when he laid eyes on the petrol-driven rotary mower designed by neighbour Lawrence Hall, a Marine Engineer, in 1948. Visit the City of Canada Bay Museum and learn more.
    17. Coo-ee Aboriginal Art Gallery Coo-ee is Australia's oldest continuing Aboriginal art gallery and has been actively promoting Indigenous Art throughout Australia and overseas since 1981.
  • Historical Sites and Heritage Locations (6)
    1. BridgeClimb Sydney BridgeClimb Sydney welcomes visitors from around the world to enjoy the ultimate experience of Sydney on the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.
    2. Campbelltown Craft Society Situated in the historic Farrier's Arms Cottage, the Campbelltown Arts and Crafts Society is a local group who create magic with their creation of hand made products.
    3. Cataract Dam Cataract is the oldest and possibly the most picturesque dam in Sydney's water supply system. Completed in 1907, the 56 metre high dam holds water from a 130 square kilometre catchment, forming an 850 hectare lake with a capacity of 94,300 megalitres.
    4. Chinese Garden of Friendship The Chinese Garden of Friendship is nestled at the south end of Darling harbour and a short walk from Chinatown. Entering the gardens is like walking backwards in time into the quiet solitude of ancient Chinese architecture and it's relationship with nature. The garden combines the elements of water, plants, stone and architecture.
    5. Chowder Bay Named after whalers who made chowder from the bay's abundant seafood, Chowder Bay is located on the southern side of Sydney's Middle Head peninsula.
    6. Cockatoo Island Recently added to the World-Heritage-list, Cockatoo Island is Sydney's largest island, accessible by ferry from Circular Quay. Unique remnants of the island's history include solitary prison cells, hand carved silos, a guardhouse and convict workshops. The island was also an industrial school, a reformatory and one of Australia's biggest shipyards.
  • Landmarks and Buildings (1)
    1. ANZ Stadium Since opening in 1999, ANZ Stadium has been the scene of some of the greatest moments in sport. From the spectacular Olympic opening ceremony to Jonny Wilkinson's unforgettable drop goal to win the Rugby World Cup, the Stadium holds a special place in the hearts of sports fans throughout the world. The Explore Tour will take you behind the scenes and allow you to follow in the footsteps of these sporting heroes. Relive the incredible Olympic Games triumphs and tears and step up on the Olympic dais for the ultimate photo souvenir. Go deep under ANZ Stadium into the change rooms and experience the place where fearless teams prepare to do battle for the Bledisloe Cup and Rugby League Grand Finals, and see where Australian Football and State of Origin idols psyche themselves up before the big game.
  • Markets (2)
    1. Bundeena Markets Bundeena Markets are all weather monthly arts and crafts market showcasing the works of artisans in jewellery, ceramics, clothes, handmade soaps, preserves, fine foods, photography and more.
    2. Carver Mix Aussie icon and humour together, put some bright colours on top, cure it in the oven... then you will have the best Aussie T-shirt.
  • Natural Attractions (3)
    1. Avon Dam Avon is the third and the largest of the four upper Nepean Dams. It was completed in 1927 to serve the Sydney area. The 72 metre high Avon Dam holds water from a 140 square kilometre catchment, forming a lake of 1,055 hectares, with a capacity of 214,360 megalitres.
    2. Balmoral Beach Beautiful houses and expensive yachts, and a beach that is postioned with views over Sydney Harbour National Park and through "the Heads" - the gateway to Sydney Harbour.
    3. Bondi Beach Bondi Beach is Australia's most famous beach. Bondi's mixture of lifestyles would suit most visitors, whether you're drawn to the fashionable northern end or the surf-crazy south. You'll find that Bondi is one of the better Sydney beaches, simply because it has great surf, good food and a great atmosphere.
  • Shopping (20)
    1. Adora Healthy Living Adora Healthy Living is a fresh and cosy health food store designed for those who like to lead a healthy life.
    2. Alfie's Friend Rolfe Alfie's Friend Rolfe is home to more than just a unique name. This cosy and intimate boutique situated in lively Darlinghurst caters for both men and women, offering expert style advice and friendly customer service. A local gem for over 10 years, Alfie's Friend Rolfe offers a carefully and lovingly edited selection of fashion, denim, shoes and countless accessories, showcasing an array of home-grown designers with a smattering international brands tossed in for good measure.
    3. All Buttons Great and Small If you were wondering where Nicole Kidman's buttons from Moulin Rouge came from, or where the fasteners on the Bananas in Pyjamas tops came from, look no further than Newtown's All Buttons Great and Small. Providing a treasure trove of buttons to film crews and the public alike, the King Street shop has been catering to all kinds of button-related needs since 1989.
    4. Arida Based on the bustling Macleay Street in the Woolloomooloo side of Potts Point, Arida stocks stylish mens and womens clothing furniture, antiques, homewares and decorative objects.
    5. Ariel Books Established in 1985, Ariel has two stores: Oxford Street in Paddington and George Street in the Rocks.
    6. Basquesse Basquesse is a high end women's wear design house, manufacturer and retailer with their spacious studio/workroom in the inner-city suburb of Ultimo.
    7. Becker Minty Becker Minty is an eclectic store in Potts Point Sydney, offering the best of home, lifestyle and fashion. Exclusive and luxury product lines include antique and designer furniture and lighting, modern art, ceramics, antique and estate jewellery, designer clothing and accessories for men and women, rugs and throws, luxury French candles, and so much more.
    8. Becker Minty Woollahra Becker Minty is an eclectic lifestyle concept with stores in Potts Point and Woollahra, Sydney. Since 2007 Becker Minty has set the standard with exclusive and luxury product lines including antique and designer furniture and lighting, modern and indigenous art, vintage Australian art ceramics, antique and estate jewellery, designer clothing and accessories for men and women, rugs and throws, luxury French candles, and so much more.
    9. Belinda The Belinda boutiques offer the utmost style and diversity from an array of local and international designers such as Christopher Kane, Dries Van Noten, Marc Jacobs, Isabel Marant, Marni and Forte Forte. Perennial and modern pieces encapsulate a chic and casual elegance that is eponymous with Belinda Seper's discerning eye.
    10. Berkelouw Books - Paddington Located in the heart of Oxford Street, the Berkelouw Paddington store opened in March, 1994 and has since become something of an institution amongst Sydney's literary community.
    11. Bevs Remnant House Specialising in end-of-roll and end-of-season designer upholstery fabrics, Bev's Remnant House provides the public with exciting affordable upholstery fabrics.
    12. Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre at Drummoyne, is the only place in Sydney where you can shop whilst enjoying the spectacular views of Sydney Harbour and browse through a huge range of your favourite fashion, food and lifestyle brands.
    13. Black Lace Black Lace is a small, boutique women's clothing shop that's located in Redfern. One of the few trendy clothiers in an area full of homeware stores, the shop sells unique, fashionable clothing for women of all shapes and sizes. Black Lace's clothes are of high quality, without the high price tag.
    14. Blue Dog Posters The largest online poster shop in Australia, Blue Dog Posters' lone retail location is right in the heart of Newtown up the road from the train station and right at the heart of the King Street shopping district.
    15. Blue Spinach Blue Spinach is a luxury designer consignment store located in downtown Darlinghurst, five minutes from the heart of Sydney's premier shopping district. Established in 1996, and with more than 20 years' experience in the fashion industry, they have built up a reputation for selling high quality designer product whilst providing great customer service in a relaxed atmosphere.
    16. Broadway Shopping Centre Broadway Shopping Centre is a large shopping centre in Sydney, located in the Broadway locality. It features a Kmart, Coles, food court, Hoyts 12 screen cinemas, Target, and over 100 specialty shops.
    17. Capitol Square Capitol Square is a unique combination of business, retailing, hospitality,restaurant, recreation and special functions facilities. The project was developed by the principal investor, First Scope Development Pty Limited as a major component of the Capitol Theatre Heritage precinct.
    18. Chatswood Chase Sydney Chatswood Chase is a large upscale shopping centre in Sydney's North Shore suburb of Chatswood. It is located at the eastern edge of the Chatswood central business district on Victoria Avenue. The centre features a major three level David Jones department store, Kmart, Coles Supermarket, Harvey Norman plus over120 specialty stores, most of them upmarket and fashion oriented. The centre is situated over four levels.
    19. Collector Store Based on Crown Street in the heart of Surry hills, the Collector Store sells a large range of rare fashion and homewares from locally and international sourced designers. Like a gallery, collections revolve and the shop fixtures morph, displaying pieces like art.
    20. Cornstalk Bookshop From 100-year-old books about the history of Queensland to Aboriginal perspectives on life around the Gulf of Carpentaria, Cornstalk Bookshop's got all your Australiana needs. Started up in 1980 by a taxi driver who spent more time in bookstores than behind the wheel, the Glebe Point Road shop features more than 20,000 titles and specialises in antique, rare and out-of-print Australian books.
  • Sports and Recreation Facilities (4)
    1. Andrew Boy Charlton Pool Set on the shores of Woolloomooloo Bay near the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Andrew Boy Charlton (ABC) Pool offers breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour and provides a tranquil environment for swimming, relaxation and socialising.
    2. Avalon Stand Up Paddle Experience the many pleasures of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) at any level you choose. Avalon Stand Up Paddle is an ASI Accredited Stand Up Paddle Board School dedicated to building this healthy and exciting sport on the beautiful Northern Beaches of Sydney from their headquarters at Clareville Beach.
    3. Battlefun Laser Skirmish Battlefun Laser Skirmish is the ultimate laser combat adventure game. Laser skirmish, designed to get your adrenaline pumping, will provide hours of fun and entertainment.
    4. Cook and Phillip Aquatic and Fitness Centre The Cook and Phillip Aquatic and Fitness Centre offers a variety of fitness programs and sports competitions. Located in the central business district, the new sports centre features on-site facilities including heated pools (including a wave and hydrotherapy pool), indoor sports stadium, fitness studios and a cafe. It's just steps from Hyde Park and many hotels in the area.
  • Wineries, Vineyards and Breweries (2)
    1. Affleck Vineyard Visit one of the oldest and smallest wineries in the Canberra district. Affleck Vineyard offers white and red table wines, late harvest and fortified wines.
    2. Brindabella Hills Winery Brindabella Hills Winery is a 25 minute drive from Canberra but a world away from city life. The vineyard was established in 1986 and is situated on a granite ridge high above the Murrumbidgee River. Brindabella Hills produces a variety of award winning wines including Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, Chardonnay, Cabernets and Shiraz.

Events

  • Exhibitions and Shows (33)
    1. Collaboration #3 – Gemma Smith & The Spinifex Group (AUS) Once again, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCAA) is a major harbourside venue in Vivid Sydney. Not only do stunning 3D mapped illuminations light up the façade of the building in a creative splurge of colour and movement but, inside, the museum is home to the ever-expanding Vivid Ideas Exchange as well as a series of major new exhibitions.
    2. 2013 Design As Strategy Forum - Vivid Sydney Hear from world-class speakers on the future of design including Richard Seymour, principal designer of the Virgin Galactic privateer spaceship, and Dong Hoon Chang, Head of Design at Samsung Electronics, at this inaugural design conference.
    3. 2013 Sydney Chinese New Year Festival *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Celebrate the Lunar New Year at City of Sydney's Chinese New Year Festival. Running from 8 - 24 February 2013, this vibrant arts Festival has a program bursting with cultural events, markets, tours, exhibitions and entertainment, most of them free. In 2013, come along and help celebrate the Year of the Snake.
    4. 2013 Sydney Shakespeare Festival: Much Ado About Nothing and As You Like It *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Pack a picnic, grab your friends and head to Sydney's spectacular harbour foreshore for a night of theatrical magic.
    5. 24th Sydney Miniatures and Dolls' House Fair 2013 *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Australia's largest Miniatures Fair featuring a wonderful exhibition of miniatures, room boxes, houses and vignettes. Lovers of the Doc Martin ABC television series will be in for a special treat this year.
    6. A Celebration of the Art of Story: The launch of This Place is Yours - Vivid Sydney To celebrate the launch of the new media project This Place is Yours, six storytellers will share personal narratives about how the art of story has impacted - and enhanced - their lives. This Place is Yours is all about embracing storytelling, art and creativity to share the human experience, open up our dialogue and connect on a level that matters.
    7. A Piece of Cake! presented by Momento and ACMP Event - Vivid Sydney Learn all about by food styling, food photography and how to make your very own recipe book with Food and Beveridge, Gastronomy and Momento! Penelope, Miccal and Libby will cook up a storm as they demonstrate how to turn your cooking in to a visual masterpiece. It's a piece of cake!
    8. A Retrospective Journey with David Burnett An official part of the 2013 Reportage Festival Program
    9. Abraham Joffe - Vivid Sydney Abraham is an advanced diver/underwater cameraman and has worked as such on several series. His work with David Ireland (wildlife man) included filming in the Solomon Islands, East Timor, and all around Australia. Wildlife Man is syndicated internationally and screened in the US on Discovery HD. He has a great passion for storytelling and filmmaking in the real world. He also owns and operates untitled film works, a small production company in Sydney specialising in weddings, events and commercials.
    10. Alex Webb and Rebecca Norris Webb 'Violet Isle: Two Visions of Cuba' An official part of the 2013 Reportage Festival Program Magnum photographer and one of the most important colour photographers of the last 40 years, Alex Webb (USA), is best known for his vibrant and complex colour work, particularly from Latin America and the Caribbean. Rebecca Norris Webb (USA) is a poet and photographer in her own right, whose photos explore the complicated relationship between people and the natural world. 'Violet Isle: Two Visions of Cuba' will exhibit the work of both Alex and Rebecca with a collection of images from their book "Violet Isle" shot in Cuba. The work combines two different perspectives and visions that create a multi-layered portrait of the unique island.
    11. AnnanRoma - Food and Wine Festival *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The AnnanROMA Food and Wine Festival is a highlight of the Macarthur region's event calendar. The festival showcases producers, restaurants and wineries from the Macarthur region.
    12. Appiness - Vivid Sydney Appiness is for people who love to make something new. We invite designers, engineers and entrepreneurs to gather for two and a half days of relentless creativity to build brand new apps that truly help people.
    13. Archibald Prize Exhibition The face that stops a nation
    14. ARIA Awards *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
    15. Art After Hours at the Art Gallery of New South Wales One of Australia's leading museums of art, the Art Gallery of New South Wales, opens its doors until 9pm every Wednesday night.
    16. Art and About Sydney Sydney will be the scene of an amazing celebration of colour this spring during Art and About Sydney, featuring a house that rains on the inside, the ghosts of bohemian Sydney, 3D projections in Hyde Park, an urban jungle cube and a closing night held right on George Street.
    17. Art Month Sydney *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
    18. Australian Centre for Photography - Winter Season The Winter Season 2013 presents three exhibitions by photographers exploring the varying and diverse aspects of photography ranging from surrealism to photojournalism.
    19. Australian Print Design with Justus Magazine - Vivid Sydney Justus Magazine is a journal that has been specifically created to showcase the innovation and craftsmanship of the Australian print design industry. Hear from Creative Director Lindsay Smith and her production partners, as they share stories about creating their passion project. Join the local community of print designers, freelancers, studios, suppliers and students of design and experience the tactile journey into the world of paper, typography and print techniques displayed in the latest issue of Justus Magazine.
    20. Autumn Season 2013 The 2013 Autumn Season continues ACP's exploration of the diversity of photographic and lens based practice.
    21. Avalon 2013 Tattoo The Avalon 2013 Tattoo will be held on Saturday 15th June 2013, with the emphasis being especially on Navy, but also including all things maritime.
    22. Awake After being a finalist in the 'Head On' portrait prize for three consecutive years, and exhibition in London's National Portrait Gallery, Jonathan May returns to Sydney for the opening of his solo photography exhibition called 'Awake'.
    23. Back to the Future - Vivid Sydney Anthropologist Genevieve Bell and futurist Brian David Johnson help technology giant Intel picture the needs and desires that will drive the next generation of creators and consumers: they always start by examining the culture, first, and then explore the state of tech hardware, well before considering trends.
    24. BBC Worldwide Australia and New Zealand - Doctor Who - Vivid Sydney BBC Worldwide Australia & New Zealand and Vivid Sydney invite you to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who for One Night ONLY!
    25. BBetween 6 Launch - Vivid Sydney Billy Blue Launches it's 6th edition of our Design Journal, 'Bbetween'. We showcase the way our relationship and interaction with industry delivers knowledge and attributes for young designers to flourish in the applied Design arena. The contact and mentorship with Industry that persists within our College, gives the young designer the tools and behaviours to succeed as a working design professional - in short we like to call this our creative ecology.
    26. Behind The Lines Take a satirical look at the year's best political highs and lows with a series of cartoons by Australia's leading cartoonists at Riverside Theatres.
    27. Being in the City - Vivid Sydney ISEA2013 is proud to present this series of artist panel talks at the MCA as part of our collaboration with Vivid Ideas. We have selected artists from the ISEA2013 and Vivid exhibition programs to come together on a range key thematic topics to discuss the role artists play in creatively investigating the possibilities and pushing the limits of new (and old) technologies.
    28. Better Homes and Gardens Live Whether you're a renovator, foodie, DIY or craft lover, gardening or interiors addict, you won't want to miss Better Homes and Gardens Live. For three days only, this September, Sydney Showground will be the place to go for all the latest advice, tips and products for your home.
    29. Biennale of Sydney The 19th Biennale of Sydney: You Imagine What You Desire, curated by Juliana Engberg, will open to the public from 21 March until 9 June 2014.
    30. Blog Society Workshop Launch: Embracing The Art of Digital Storytelling - Vivid Sydney In this afternoon session you're invited to join an ever growing community of Australian lifestyle/design bloggers to learn from and inspire one another. Join leading bloggers, Jen Bishop from Interiors Addict and Vivian Mansour from Ish & Chi, as they kick off this intimate afternoon by sharing their own blogging story before breaking into smaller groups to explore the art of digital storytelling.
    31. Bluescapes Photography Exhibition A fresh and less-nostalgic photographic exposé of Sydney’s disappearing industrial heritage, by emerging photographer Reiner Spliedt.
    32. Bondi Whale Festival *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Come along to the Marine Discovery Centre in the Bondi Pavilion to celebrate the annual Bondi Whale Festival.
    33. Breathing Monster From one of Europe's leading choreographers Myriam Gourfink and acclaimed Polish-French composer Kasper Toeplitz comes Breathing Monster, a synthesis of hypnotic sound and uncanny physical movement.
  • Festivals and Celebrations (16)
    1. 2013 Chinese New Year Twilight Parade *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Sydney's streets will again be filled with lanterns, lights, dragons and dancers for the 2013 Chinese New Year Twilight Parade, celebrating the Year of the Snake. The inaugural Twilight Parade in 2012 involved almost 3,000 performers and drew crowds of more than 100,000 people to the festival's most beautiful event.
    2. 2013 Hillsong Conference Hillsong Conference is about you and your Church. It is for people of all ages, and interests; including pastors youth and children's ministries, worship, community action, musicians, television, media and more. Hillsong Conference is about being refreshed and inspired and finding great strength and unity amongst the diversity of the local church worldwide.
    3. 2013 New Year's Eve Parramatta *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Welcome in 2013 at a party to remember along the Parramatta River foreshore!
    4. An Audience with Queen Elizabeth II - Screening As a part of Riverside's 25th Anniversary celebrations, Riverside brings you Helen Mirren's return to play as Queen Elizabeth II in the live broadcast of Peter Morgan's sell-out West End production, The Audience, screening at Riverside.
    5. An Evening with Bernadette Robinson Bernadette Robinson, of the internationally acclaimed Songs For Nobodies, will make her first appearance at Slide with a brand new show featuring songs by her favourite performers and song-writers including Piaf, Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday and Maria Callas as well as outrageous send-ups of some other icons of song and pieces by contemporary artists.
    6. ANZAC Day *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** ANZAC Day is a national day of memorial in Australia, commemorating those who lost their lives in the First World War, and there are few better places to remember these brave soldiers than New South Wales (NSW).
    7. Australia Day at Sydney Olympic Park 2013 *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Sydney Olympic Park and Auburn Council invite you to celebrate what's great on Australia Day at Bicentennial Park with free family entertainment.
    8. Australia Day in Sydney *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Australia Day celebrations in Sydney are befitting our oldest and biggest city with events and activities spread far and wide.
    9. Australian Heritage Week *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Australian Heritage Week (AHW) is an annual national celebration of Australia's unique heritage. In 2013, the timing of the week - Saturday 13 April until Sunday 21 April - again covers two weekends and includes World Heritage Day (officially known as International Monuments and Sites Day), which is held each year on 18 April.
    10. Australian International Music Festival Celebrating its 24th year in 2013 the Australian International Music Festival is an educational event for school and community music groups. With an average of 900 - 1,300 participants each year, there are groups from Australia, China, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore and the USA providing a fantastic musical and cultural experience.
    11. Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating the Hall of Fame *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** 35th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Pyrmont Point.
    12. BMW Sydney Carnival - Cellarbrations Ladies Day *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
    13. Bondi Openair Cinema *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Capture the spirit of Summer with Ben & Jerry's Openair Cinemas' annual season of live music and feature films at Bondi - on the lawn of life, overlooking Australia's most iconic beach.
    14. Bondi Winter Festival Ice Rink The ice rink returns to Bondi Beach as part of the Bondi Winter Magic Festival during the July school holidays offering thousands of visitors the unique opportunity of outdoor open-air skating on the sands of iconic Bondi Beach.
    15. Bondi Winter Festivals The Bondi Winter Festivals aims to capture the feeling of alpine winter events, offering A richer mix of activities than ever before including the huge open air ice rink - one of the largest in the country on the world famous Bondi Beach.
    16. Britney Spears: The Cabaret - Slide Cabaret Festival Australia's darling of the musical theatre stage, Christie Whelan Browne will make her Slide debut as she returns to Sydney with her smash hit show Britney Spears: The Cabaret, an hilariously funny and strangely touching satirical look at the perils of fame by award-winning writer/director Dean Bryant. The musical direction of Mathew Frank sees Britney's hits transformed into cabaret songs, and seamlessly intertwined into the fabric of her life story.
  • Markets (4)
    1. Bankstown Bites Food Festival Bankstown Bites is a unique food festival that provides you with a mix of cooking demonstrations, food stalls, food tours and activities for kids.
    2. Bankstown Lunar New Year Festival *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
    3. Bondi Markets Established in 1993, the Bondi Markets are open every Sunday in the wonderful, beachfront grounds of Bondi Beach Public School.
    4. Bondi the Beautiful Fair Bondi the Beautiful Fair is part of the Bondi Winter Magic Festival held at Bondi Beach Park.
  • Performances (23)
    1. 2nd AACTA Awards *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The AACTA Awards see film and television actors and practitioners from a broad cross-section of crafts come together to be recognised and awarded for outstanding work within their fields, and in recognition for their contribution to the Australian film, television, documentary and shorts production industries.
    2. A Little Lunch Music 2013 City Recital Hall Angel Place and Kathryn Selby announce another year of fantastic lunchtime concerts in 2013.
    3. ACO - Andreas Scholl Sings Vivaldi VIVALDI Concerto Grosso, RV117 SCHNITTKE String Quartet No.3
    4. ACO - Bach Brandenburg Concertos BACH Brandenburg Concertos Nos.1, 2, 3 and 6
    5. ACO - Barefoot Fiddler BACH Concerto for three violins, BWV1064 MOZART Adagio and Fugue, D645
    6. ACO - Barefoot Fiddler BACH Concerto for three violins, BWV1064 MOZART Adagio and Fugue, D645
    7. ACO - Brahms 4 and Steven Isserlis DVOŘÁK Cello Concerto No.1 BRAHMS Symphony No.4
    8. ACO - Brahms Piano Quintet BACH (arr. Tognetti) Canons on a Goldberg Ground, BWV1087 NANCARROW 3 Canons for Ursula
    9. ACO - Christmas Oratorio BACH Christmas Oratorio
    10. ACO - Mozart Clarinet Concerto RAUTAVAARA A Finnish Myth DENISOV Selections from Paganini Caprices
    11. ACO - Mozart Clarinet Concerto RAUTAVAARA A Finnish Myth DENISOV Selections from Paganini Caprices
    12. ACO - Richard Tognetti Presents ACO2 RAUTAVAARA The Fiddlers VIVALDI Concerto for Two Cellos, RV531
    13. ACO - The Crowd Extraordinary footage of crowds is projected onto an onstage screen while Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra perform a specially created score.
    14. Adam Guettel Under the musical direction of Kim Grigsby and with incomparable singer Haley Bond by his side, New York composer and lyricist Adam Guettel takes to the stage to sing music from his new shows, as well as from his shows Light In The Piazza, for which he won two Tony Awards, Myths and Hymns.
    15. Angels in America Part One: Millenium Approaches Actually, Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes is not one play but two. Millennium Approaches and Perestroika were the closing statements of last century - an epic double-comedy of love and hate, heaven and earth, past and future. What does it mean to live in a free society? What might it mean to live in a good society?
    16. Angels in America Part Two: Perestroika Various forces have gathered in New York: the ex-boyfriend and his Mormon squeeze, the squeeze's pill-popping wife and Mormon mother, a rabid Republican lawyer, a black nurse and the Angel of America. And Prior Walter has the future of the world in his hands.
    17. Annual Helpmann Awards The annual Helpmann Awards recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in the many disciplines of Australia's vibrant live performance sectors, including musical theatre, contemporary music, comedy, opera, classical music, theatre, dance and physical theatre, regional touring and cabaret. The Helpmann Awards also incorporates the JC Williamson Award for outstanding contribution to the Australian live performance industry.
    18. Astral People - Vivid Sydney OMAR S, AFRICA HITECH, JON CONVEX, DRO CAREY, CLIQUES, ALBA, GARDLAND, CASSIUS SELECT, PREACHA, BEN FESTER, PARKSIDE DJS (USA, UK, AUS)
    19. Bach in the Dark Bach in the Dark is a series of unconventional classical music concerts featuring cellist Rachel Scott and a changing roster of guest artists. The series is held in the crypt of St James church, providing an intimate and unique listening environment ideally suited to an engaging and accessible chamber music experience.
    20. Ballet Revolucion - Sydney What happens when some of the World's most talented classical and contemporary dancers perform to the infectious rhythms of Latin-America and the number one hits from Usher, Shakira, Beyonce, Enrique Iglesias, J-Lo, Prince, Chris Brown to name just a few?The result is an explosive, intensive, sensual and impressively athletic performance, full of raw energy with a distinctly Cuban Flavour.
    21. Bish Bosch Ambisymphonic - Vivid Sydney "The real skill lies in the fact that the results (within Bish Bosch) frequently affect the listener's gut before the brain." the Guardian
    22. Blak Bangarra Dance Theatre breaks the silence with an exciting, physically dynamic production Blak; exploding with stories about a contemporary clan and the collision of two worlds.
    23. Bobby Womack (USA) - Vivid Sydney AUSTRALIAN DEBUT
  • Sporting Events (16)
    1. 2013 Australian Gymnastics Championships Were you impressed by the Gymnastics at the London 2012 Olympic Games?
    2. 2013 Telstra Premiership The 2013 Telstra Premiership runs from March - September every year and culminates in the Grand Final held at ANZ Stadium on September 30.
    3. 2013 Telstra Premiership Final Series and Grand Final Week The 2013 NRL Final Series will once again be a fiercely contested series with eight teams vying for the chance to be crowned Premiers.
    4. 2013 Yonex Australian Badminton Open *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Get ready for some hot competition and a congregation of the best of the best in badminton at the 2013 Yonex Australian Badminton Open.
    5. 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier - Socceroos v Iraq ANZ Stadium is set to host the final group match in the 4th phase of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
    6. A-League All Stars v Manchester United Don't miss the A-League All Stars taking on Manchester United this July in Sydney
    7. AFL Sydney Swans vs Collingwood The Swans take on Collingwood under the bright lights of ANZ Stadium on Saturday August 10. Notoriously tough opposition, the Swans will need to be at their best against the Pies.
    8. AFL Sydney Swans vs GWS Giants Celebrate Multicultural Round with a Sunday afternoon Sydney Derby. Help the Sydney Swans welcome the Giants to the home of AFL in Sydney on July 14.
    9. Apia International Sydney 2013 *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Apia International Sydney 2013 promises to be one of the best tennis experiences in the nation.
    10. Apia Wheelchair International Open 2013 *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** 2013 will be the 25th year of the Apia Wheelchair International Open, hosted by Wheelchair Sports NSW (WS NSW).
    11. Australian Historic Championships - Motorcycles *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The Post Classic Racing Association, promoter of the annual Barry Sheene Festival of Sport, have brought the Australian Historic Championships back to NSW for 2012, and back to the recently extended Sydney Motorsport Park circuit providing competition over the longest and fastest road race circuit in Australia.
    12. Bledisloe Cup - Qantas Wallabies vs All Blacks The most fiercely contested trans-Tasman showdown in sport is back at ANZ Stadium when the Qantas Wallabies take on world champions New Zealand as part of The Castrol Edge Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup series.
    13. BMW Doncaster Day *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
    14. Body Science Great Australian Swim Series *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Take the plunge in the Final ocean swim of the Body Science Great Australian Swim Series and compete for your chance to take out the Series Champion honours. The Final in the 2012/13 Series takes place in Farm Cove - right outside the Opera House on Australia Day.
    15. British and Irish Lions Tour - Newcastle On Tuesday 11 June, the iconic British & Irish Lions will face a proud and passionate Combined Country side at Newcastle's Hunter Stadium. Newcastle and the Hunter are known for their beautiful beaches, fine wines and lush golf courses, so why not spoil yourself with a holiday to the one of NSW's most desirable regions when one of the world's most iconic sporting teams are in town. The Lions visit Australia just once every 12 years so book your travel package now through Australian Rugby Union's official travel agent. Visit website for package details.
    16. British and Irish Lions Tour - Sydney The British & Irish Lions is one of the most iconic sporting teams in the world, drawn from the best players in England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland. The team tours Australia once every 12 years and matches are famous for their vibrant colour and festival atmosphere. After the Rugby World Cup, there is no bigger event in international Rugby than a British & Irish Lions Tour.

Tours

  • Full Day (40)
    1. A Luxury Yacht on Sydney Harbour The luxury sailing yacht "Sydney Sundancer" is the ideal way to enjoy Sydney Harbour. Cruise past islands and other iconic landmarks under sail, effortlessly harnessing the wind, just as nature intended. Sydney Sundancer combines the stability and comfort of a motor boat with the grace and serenity of a sailing yacht.
    2. Activity Tours Australia Activity Tours Australia is a small family owned company that has been offering great value and fun day tours out of Sydney to the Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley wine region since the late 1990s.
    3. All Sydney Touring All Sydney Touring specialises in luxury small group tours and four-wheel drive tours to Sydney and the Blue Mountains. Travel in the modern fleet of four-wheel and two-wheel drive vehicles which will transport you in comfort and style on the first class itineraries. All Sydney Touring go to great lengths to make your Sydney sightseeing or Blue Mountains tour an unforgettable experience.
    4. Andersons Tours Andersons Tours are Blue Mountains specialists. Their focus is on one day all inclusive Blue Mountain, small group touring that they have been operating over the last seventeen years. They have refined it to be the best value all inclusive day tour that departs from Sydney to the Blue Mountains. They are a family operated business so their heart and soul is in what they offer visitors.
    5. Aussie Wine Tours Aussie Wine Tours is based in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales.
    6. Australian Architecture Association The Australian Architecture Association (AAA) is the only organisation dedicated exclusively to increasing the public’s awareness and appreciation of architecture.
    7. Bailey's Sydney - Tours for People Who Don't Like Tours Eat where you choose, swim where you choose, stop where you choose, linger where you like, skip the bits that don't interest you, take longer at the places you're enjoying - it's like a self-guided tour, but you needn't worry about driving or navigating, and you have the knowledge of a local to tell you where you are, where you've been and what else is available.
    8. Bass & Flinders Cruises Bass & Flinders Cruises operates a large number of cruises, from whale watching to New Years Eve to weddings and business functions both on Botany Bay and Sydney Harbour.
    9. Beautiful Tours Australia Beautiful Tours specialise in day tours in and around Sydney and overland tours to Cairns and/ or to Melbourne and Adelaide. Their standard exclusive tours are conducted with experienced English speaking or German speaking guides in small groups. French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Russian guides are available on request.
    10. Blue Diamond Tours Be part of something unique. The Blue Mountains is a world like no other. You will be amazed what Blue Diamond Tours has to offer.
    11. Bonza Bike Tours If you are looking for a fun way to see the Sydney sights, learn about the history of Sydney, ride through historic neighbourhoods, and take in harbour views ... then you have come to the right place - Bonza Bike Tours! A bike tour is easy, lots of fun and memorable. You'll see parts of Sydney you'll never get to see from a bus, walking or taxi cab tour. This is the only guided tour in town that shows you the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and more great attractions - all at once!
    12. Boutique Bespoke Tours Boutique Bespoke Tours offer tailored, luxury itineraries for private groups in and around Sydney. Choose from a range of hand-picked experiences, or let Boutique Bespoke Tours tailor-make your day.
    13. Broken Bay Blue Waters Charters Broken Bay Blue Waters Charters operate fishing trips departing from Woy Woy, Davistown, Booker Bay, Wagstaff, Ettalong on the Central Coast NSW, Palm Beach and the Pittwater area. Arrange a group of friends and have an exciting day out on the water.
    14. Bundeena Kayaks Bundeena Kayaks - kayaking, paddle boarding and hiking activities in the Royal National Park.
    15. Captain Cook Cruises Captain Cook Cruises began in Sydney in 1970 and for over four decades has proven to be a market leader and premier Sydney Harbour cruise line. Their fleet of restaurant, sightseeing, ferry and sailing vessels offer an exciting range of public cruises and private charters for two to 2,000 guests.
    16. Chic in the City Chic in the City, fashion walking or chauffeured shopping experiences bring you the inside track on Sydney's best-kept shopping secrets where the best dressed locals and celebrities shop.
    17. Choice Charters Choice Charters is a leading cruise tours provider, servicing Sydney, Australia with first-class cruise services and solutions. They offer several packages for corporate functions, family cruises, private celebrations, boat trips, weddings, and dining. The specialists are experts by profession and guarantee extraordinary preparations, making your event memorable and exciting.
    18. Church Point Ferry Service Catch the Church Point Ferry and see the beautiful Scotland Island and magnificent Western Foreshore. The Ferry Service also operates a school run to Newport School for primary aged school children, and has a newspaper run in the morning and a mail run in the afternoon. The ferries depart from Church Point hourly on the half hour.
    19. Dive Centre Manly Dive Centre Manly is a multi award winning dive centre located closest to Sydney's best marine reserve.
    20. EcoTreasures Discover some of Sydney's natural treasures with expert local guides.
    21. FJ Tours FJ Tours are Sydney's Blue Mountains specialists. They operate luxury coach tours from Sydney to the spectacular Blue Mountains daily.
    22. Flamin' Galah Sydney Tours and Airport Transfers Want to know what to do in Sydney?
    23. Harbour Days Sailing Experience Spend a wonderful day cruising Sydney Harbour on a beautiful sailing yacht.
    24. Hell Riders Motorcycle Tours Australia Ride to the Roarrrrr in the most exciting city in Australia, with chauffeured tours that are competitively priced with Hell Riders Motorcycle Tours Australia.
    25. Heritage Express Rail Tours Heritage Express™ is the tours and events operating arm of the NSW Rail Transport Museum (NSWRTM) - a not-for-profit organisation established in 1962 for the purpose of collecting, preserving and presenting the railway heritage of NSW for the benefit of the community. NSWRTM has been a registered charity since 1971.
    26. Highlands Chauffeured Hire Cars Tours Discover the boutique wineries of the Southern Highlands. The cool climate wines of the region are being compared with similar areas in France and Italy. The region is one of only three in Australia producing intensely varietal cool climate wines. Most varieties have a real “Southern Highlands” spin - the reds are lighter and fruitier, more in the Italian style. The whites promise complexity and plenty of character.
    27. Home and Away Tour If you love the television show Home and Away as much as we do, jump on board for the trip of a life time.
    28. I Ate My Way Through I Ate My Way Through's tours are guided culinary tours run by foodies for foodies. They infuse all of their tours with an abundance of local knowledge, incredible eating (and sometimes cooking) experiences and plenty of delicious inspiration for you to take away. They connect you with the hidden gems. Tours operate in and around some of Sydney's most vibrant culinary precincts including Cabramatta, Newtown and Kensington just to name a few.
    29. Illawarra Scenic Mountain Railway - Cockatoo Run Tours The Cockatoo Run offers the scenic delights of the South Coast and Southern Highlands in one package. Your train whistles out of Sydney at 9am taking you across the expanse of the Georges River and through the Royal National Park (the second declared National Park in the world). Emerging from the gloom of the Otford Tunnel your train crosses the impressive Stanwell Park Viaduct and skirts the sea cliffs and beaches to Wollongong.
    30. JJ Travel Service JJ Travel Service (Chinese named "Australian Chinese travel network") offer one day tours which depart daily from Sydney City hotels to the Hunter Valley and Wollongong and Jervis Bay.
    31. Joeys Walkabout Explore Sydney like a local with a local on guided walking tours of the harbour and the city in either English or German language. Choose from morning, lunch and afternoon tours. Learn about colonial and 20th century history, discover secret gems and enjoy stunning harbour and city views with excellent photo opportunities.
    32. Just Sydney Just Sydney is a quality boutique private tour company who specialise in tours of Sydney.
    33. Kenny Escapes Food and Wine Tours Kenny Escapes are specialists in food and wine tours - taking people to the Southern Highlands (Bowral) and South Coast (Berry) Wine Regions, New South Wales. They cater for groups as small as six people through to 50 people wining, dining and sightseeing to a range of wineries, restaurants and tourist attractions.
    34. Learn to Surf with Manly Surf Guide Manly Surf Guide offers one day guided Surf Safari's on Sydney's beautiful Northern Beaches. Surf and explore using your surf guide's local knowledge to find you the best waves in Sydney on the day.
    35. Looksfresh Photo Tours With over 15 years' experience and a photography qualification, your Sydney Photo Tour guide will teach you skills that will transform your photography and the way you view the world.
    36. Macquarie Princess Cruises Celebrate all occasions with a party or get together aboard the Macquarie Princess.
    37. Manly Bike Tours Manly Bike Tours offers the only regular tour of the Manly Peninsula. Run by expert local guides, their two hour tour reveals all the hidden corners of Sydney's most beautiful coastal town. Hear the stories and relive the history that makes Manly what it is today. Included in the tour is a cruiser bike and helmet hire, light refreshments, tour guide and exclusive access to landmark attractions.
    38. Manly Surf School Sydney Surf School and Manly Surf School are Sydney's largest surf schools, teaching surfing in Sydney for 17 years. Manly Surf School is Manly's only full-time surf school operating exclusively on Manly Beach and Sydney's northern beaches seven days a week, all year round.
    39. Meridienne Tours and Cruises Méridienne Tours and Cruises is a licensed tour operator servicing the domestic and international markets, providing personalised sightseeing based tours to the Blue Mountains, Sydney Northern Beaches, Hunter Valley Vineyards and Port Stephens, in the comfort of an air-conditioned mini bus with Driver/Guide and convenient hotel pick-up and drop off.
    40. My Sydney Detour Discover the real Sydney on a tour like no other!
  • Half Day (32)
    1. Art Classes Outdoors Around Sydney Harbour Create a visual memory of this spectacular city by drawing/sketching your own work of art - unique memories that are not shown on a tourist postcard.
    2. Aussie Water Taxis Aussie Water Taxis has the largest fleet of water taxis in Sydney. It was established in 1999 as a service for the people of Sydney and their visitors.
    3. Australian Cruise Group Australian Cruise Group are the leading Sydney Harbour Cruise operators. They offer a range of great cruises suitable for all visitors and all budgets. They specialise in dining cruises offering the freshest and finest cuisine on Sydney Harbour.
    4. Australian Spirit Sailing Company Experience sensational Sydney sailing on Sydney Harbour.
    5. Balloon Aloft Over 30 years of flying in Australia! In 1980 Balloon Aloft offered the very first passenger balloon flights in Australia and over thirty years later they remain the market leader, delivering the highest quality balloon flights and service.
    6. Behind the Scenes Tours at Australian Museum Did you know that less than one per cent of the Australian Museum's vast collection of natural history specimens and cultural artefacts is on public display?
    7. Bondi Helicopters Operating from a private lounge and heliport at Sydney International Airport, the Bondi Helicopters team culture is tourism based with a true belief in hospitality. Dedicated to safety first, their core values are to provide exceptional levels of customer service with a commitment to passengers well being ensuring that precious holiday time with family and friends is maximised with care.
    8. Brasserie Bread Baking Class Brasserie Bread offer kids baking classes, school excursions and artisan baking workshops for the public. The hands-on baking courses are designed to introduce the joys of artisan baking to people of all ages.
    9. BridgeClimb Sydney BridgeClimb Sydney takes you to the summit of the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour. There are now three Climbs to choose from.
    10. Captain Cook - Sightseeing Cruises A must do experience for every visitor to Sydney. Discover the most beautiful harbour in the world on a sightseeing cruise that takes you leisurely into the most beautiful and fascinating coves of Sydney Harbour with commentary. Cruise or sail, cocktails or afternoon tea, outer harbour whale watching or education cruises. All at great value prices.
    11. Captain Cook Cruises - Dinner Cruises Sydney Harbour by night....it doesn't get any better than this. Secure your dinner cruise seat today aboard Sydney's most prestigious cruise ship MV Sydney 2000. Four decks, five dining rooms and a range of menu and entertainment options for every event and budget. An experience not to be missed...
    12. Captain Cook Cruises - Hop On Hop Off Explorer Cruise The 24 hour Hop On Hop Off explorer cruise takes passengers to five different Harbour destinations. Visit Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Luna Park, Shark Island, Fort Denison and Darling Harbour. Cruises depart every 45 minutes from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour - the most fun you'll have in 24 hours.
    13. Captain Cook Cruises - Lunch Cruises Enjoy million dollar views, quality contemporary Australian cuisine and first-class service aboard Sydney's most prestigious cruise ship MV Sydney 2000.
    14. Catch N Cook Catch N Cook offers a fun way for you to learn about Aboriginal culture in Sydney.
    15. Chocolate Espresso Walking Tours Treat yourself to the taste of Sydney by succumbing to the temptation of two of its favourite passions - chocolate and coffee.
    16. Cloud 9 Balloon Flights Hot air ballooning is an aerial adventure you must experience at least once in a life time, it's a romantic adventure where you can escape, relax and enjoy the excitement of the oldest and greatest form of flight.
    17. Cronulla and National Park Ferry Cruises Cronulla Ferries provides an hourly ferry service from Cronulla to Bundeena (gateway to the Royal National Park) and are proud to claim the purpose built MV Curranulla is the oldest operating commuter ferry in Australia.
    18. Discovery Walks Discovery Walks provides guided journeys into the rich history of Cronulla and surrounds.
    19. Downunder Jet Hold on tight for an awesome experience. This ride is jammed packed with awesome fishtail power, 270 degree spins, fish-taling and skids as you jet about Sydney's famous icons. Your skipper is going to hit Full throttle out in the jet-boat play zone and unleash the surging power of two enormous turbo charged, beefy engine for this 30 minute ride. Checkout some of the cool sights on the harbour as the Downunder Jet Boat heads out to play. It's amazing and loads of fun!
    20. Fantasea Fantasea Cruising is one of Australia's leading marine tourism and transport operators and has been cruising within Australia for almost 30 years.
    21. Focus My Photos Walking Tours This tour company is the only one in Australia who provides not only a guided tour but a professional photographer as well. During their tours they will tell you all the amazing things you can do in Sydney and Australia. They will take photos of you and your partner during the tour and these will be provided at the end of the tour.
    22. Fun Boat Cruises Enjoy a cruise on Sydney Harbour with Fun Boat Cruises - a proactive cruise business on that has been in operation for the past four years.
    23. H2O Taxis H2O Taxis has Sydney's biggest range of maxi water taxis! Travel on their business class style maxi water taxis in Sydney Harbour. For your comfort soft coach style seating, flat screen televisions, free wireless internet.
    24. Harbour Jet Adventure seekers … imagine racing at 75 kilometres per hour through Sydney Harbour, under the Harbour Bridge, past the Opera House and the Australian Navy Fleet, skimming around Fort Denison and the Prime Minister's Sydney Residence, before heading west to quieter waters and unleashing the full power of the Jet Boat!
    25. Henry Mulholland Art Gallery Tours Since 2000, art critic Henry Mulholland has been commentating on the Sydney visual arts scene for ABC Local Radio 702. Since 2007, he has lead tours for Sculpture by the Sea, Tourism NSW, and taught art collecting, and judged major art prizes. He has a unique insider's knowledge of the Sydney art scene. Tours are available for individuals and groups.
    26. I'm Free Tours Get to know Sydney with your friendly and knowledgeable local tour guide.
    27. Interactive Street Theatre Tour Interactive theatre is part game, part theatre, part tour, part bar crawl unlike anything found in a theatre, sending the audience on an actual journey through the streets of the city.
    28. Karens - Walking Tours Karen provides 60 minute guided walking tours of Manly.
    29. Manly Ocean Adventures Manly Ocean Adventures is the only high speed boating adventure outfit operating exclusively out of Manly. Owned and skippered by a Manly local, Manly Ocean Adventures are able to show visitors this stunning beachside metropolis from unique vantage points that no one else can.
    30. Manly Stand Up Paddle School Manly Stand Up Paddle School offers Stand Up Paddle coaching and tours within the spectacular North Harbour National Park. Take a short ferry ride from Sydney, one of the world's greatest cities and enjoy the tranquillity of the national park with city views.
    31. Menangle Community Assoc Inc Self-guided walking tours through the historic village of Menangle, in the birth place of Australian Agriculture and First Fleet Cowpastures. This village was a part of the MacArthur's ground-breaking Camden Park Estate, founded in 1805, and it was the leader in wool, wine, brandy, milk and butter in the early days of the colony. It was the first pastoral company in Australia and was a major exporter, growing to 28,000 acres by 1830. Collect details on the three, 30 minute self-guided walking tours from the Menangle General Store for free or from the website.
    32. Natural Wanders Natural Wanders has been in operation since 1993. They run kayak tours on Sydney Harbour from their boatshed in Lavender Bay (not far from Luna Park).
  • Night (4)
    1. After Dark Nature Tours Looking for things to do in Manly, Sydney?
    2. Destiny Tours Sydney Destiny Tours commenced in 2001 and became very well known for the infamous Weird Sydney Ghost and History Tour. All hearse tours are now finished, however Destiny Tours continue in a similar vein now by mini bus. Join a unique night-time tour, taking in some of the hidden highs (and considerable lows) of Sydney's dark underbelly.
    3. Gledswood Homestead Ghost Tours Gledswood Homestead (circa 1810) is a unique historic property located in the Macarthur region. Set on 113 acres, this grand convict built sandstone homestead is surounded by sweeping lawns and elegant gardens.
    4. Night Out With a Socialite Night Out With a Socialite gives you three unique opportunities to experience the Best VIP Nightlife in cities around the Australia with local Socialites or party with an A-List crowd in the hottest venues.

Visitor Information

  • Visitor Information Centres (15)
    1. Bankstown Visitor Information Centre The Bankstown Visitor Information Centre is situated on the ground floor of the Civic Tower. Call in and speak to the friendly, helpful staff who will be happy to assist you with information on Bankstown and the surrounding area. They can give you detailed information on all tourist attractions, places of interest and will be happy to assist you with accommodation details.
    2. Blacktown Visitor Information and Heritage Centre Formerly the first public school to open in Blacktown, this wonderfully restored 1877 building now houses a quaint little Visitor Information Centre. Warm and friendly staff will welcome you and assist with information about the City of Blacktown and the surrounding area. It also houses a quiet exhibition space which rotates various displays on the history of Blacktown.
    3. Bundeena Visitor Information Centre The Bundeena Visitor Information Centre is situated at the foyer of the Bundeena RSL Club. Call in and see the friendly staff who will be happy to assist you with your enquiries. They can provide you with a range of information on accommodation in the area, upcoming events and other services as required. Maps and brochures are also available at Bundeena Visitor Information Centre.
    4. Camden Visitor Information Centre Camden Visitor Information Centre provides a range of information for the tourist and traveller alike, including maps of the town and region, information on local and regional attractions, assist with accommodation and other services as required.
    5. Campbelltown Visitor Information Centre Start your visit to Campbelltown by stopping in at the Campbelltown Visitor Centre. The Centre is located in historic 'Quondong Cottage' and nestled between our widely acclaimed Arts Centre and Catholic Club.
    6. Circular Quay Visitor Information Kiosk Call into the Circular Quay Visitor Information Kiosk for information on the local area. The friendly staff can provide you with a range of information on local attractions, upcoming events, transport and even offer wet weather alternatives. Maps and brochures are also available at the Circular Quay Visitor Information Kiosk.
    7. Cronulla Visitor Centre The friendly staff at the Cronulla Visitor Information Centre will be pleased to assist you with information about Cronulla and the Sutherland Shire area. Call in and pick up a brochure or a map or ask the staff for more information on local attractions, upcoming events and places to stay during your visit.
    8. Kings Cross Visitor Information Kiosk Call into the Visitor Information Kiosk for information on the local area. The friendly staff can provide you with a range of information on local attractions, transport and even offer wet weather alternatives. You can also pick up a variety of maps and the Official Sydney Guide which includes vouchers, discounts and shopping information.
    9. Manly Visitor Information Centre The Manly Visitor Information Centre is located right in the heart of Manly's central business district on Manly Wharf. Staff at the Manly Visitor Information Centre will be able to assist visitors with enquiries relating to Manly's attractions, activities, accommodation, tours and transport.
    10. Parramatta Heritage Centre and Visitor Information Centre Parramatta Heritage and Visitors Information Centre provides a unique starting point for discovering Parramatta - the city that tells the story of Australia! The Centre combines tourist information; a local research and family history library, art, history or community exhibitions; school holiday programs and education activities all under one roof.
    11. Sydney Olympic Park Visitor Centre Home of the 'Best Games Ever', Sydney Olympic Park is a gold medal attraction. Relive Sydney Olympic memories by taking a self-guided audio tour, trying an ANZ Stadium 'Behind the Scenes' Tour or hiring a bike to explore over 35 kilometres of off-road cycle paths.
    12. Sydney Visitor Centre at Darling Harbour Enjoy a warm Sydney welcome and let the Darling Harbour Visitor Information Centre staff help you to make the most of your stay in Sydney.
    13. Sydney Visitor Centre at The Rocks Enjoy a warm Sydney welcome and let The Rocks Visitor Information Centre staff help you to make the most of your stay in Sydney.
    14. Town Hall Visitor Information Kiosk Call into the Town Hall Visitor Information Kiosk for information on the local area. The friendly staff can provide you with a range of information on local attractions, upcoming events, transport and even offer wet weather alternatives. Maps and brochures are also available at the Town Hall Visitor Information Kiosk.
    15. Wollondilly Visitor Information Centre Located at The Old Post Office at Picton, your local Visitor Centre is a fabulous place to search for activities to keep your family and visitors amused and entertained. You will be surprised what is available right on your doorstep.

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38 Lake Park Road,
Sydney, 2101,
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Freecall: 1800 008 845

Tel: 02 9913 7845
Email: info@sydneylakeside.com.au
Website: www.sydneylakeside.com.au

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