Food Scene
A corner bakery serving European bread, pastry, and cake alongside an ever-changing menu.
98 locals recommend
Brickfields
206 Cleveland StA corner bakery serving European bread, pastry, and cake alongside an ever-changing menu.
Seasonal, organic cafe dishes served in a compact locale with vintage decor and cool wall art.
23 locals recommend
Something for Jess - SFJ Cafe
27 Abercrombie StSeasonal, organic cafe dishes served in a compact locale with vintage decor and cool wall art.
Brekkie, burgers, and pasta in a former butcher's shop with a courtyard and a blackboard wall menu.
43 locals recommend
Café Giulia
92 Abercrombie StBrekkie, burgers, and pasta in a former butcher's shop with a courtyard and a blackboard wall menu.
Authentic Columbian cuisine, this tiny cafe is more than just a coffee shop.
La Herradura Coffee Stable
6 Shepherd StAuthentic Columbian cuisine, this tiny cafe is more than just a coffee shop.
This cosy space has been kept minimal and soft to the eye, as with the food to conjure an earthy, organic atmosphere.
13 locals recommend
Glider KS Cafe
26 Kensington StThis cosy space has been kept minimal and soft to the eye, as with the food to conjure an earthy, organic atmosphere.
Menus are formulated with freedom and energy that translates into the dining room, with beverages and pairings beyond wine in a warehouse-inspired space.
21 locals recommend
Automata Restaurant
5 Kensington StMenus are formulated with freedom and energy that translates into the dining room, with beverages and pairings beyond wine in a warehouse-inspired space.
With dishes designed to be shared, the relaxed menu focuses on Mediterranean sharing plates that showcase the very best Australian produce and wine.
9 locals recommend
Kensington Street Social
3 Kensington StreetWith dishes designed to be shared, the relaxed menu focuses on Mediterranean sharing plates that showcase the very best Australian produce and wine.
An array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit and a wine list with a mix of both French and Australian wines, and you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney.
GAVROCHE CHIPPENDALE
2-10 Kensington StAn array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit and a wine list with a mix of both French and Australian wines, and you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney.
Olio
2-10 Kensington StNuova Sicilian cuisine from award-winning chef Lino Sauro.
Winner - Best Asian Restaurant. -Restaurant & Catering Awards 2017
7 locals recommend
Mekong Restaurant
14 Kensington St Winner - Best Asian Restaurant. -Restaurant & Catering Awards 2017
Trendy restaurant executing eclectic dishes in a concrete-walled space with a wood-fired oven.
++2018 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - 19th and Mat Lindsay 2018 Chef of the Year
++Australian Financial Review - 2017 Australian Top 100 Restaurants 3rd of 100
++New York Times - Sydney's New Guard: 5 Restaurants Leading The Way
++2017 SMH Good Food Guide - Two Hats
88 locals recommend
Ester Restaurant
46-52 Meagher StTrendy restaurant executing eclectic dishes in a concrete-walled space with a wood-fired oven.
++2018 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - 19th and Mat Lindsay 2018 Chef of the Year
++Australian Financial Review - 2017 Australian Top 100 Restaurants 3rd of 100
++New York Times - Sydney's New Guard: 5 Restaurants Leading The Way
++2017 SMH Good Food Guide - Two Hats
Open-air courtyard serving coffee and a selection of ready-made desserts, from classic cakes to signature creations.
24 locals recommend
Koi Dessert Bar
6 Kensington StOpen-air courtyard serving coffee and a selection of ready-made desserts, from classic cakes to signature creations.
Using fresh local produce, Concrete Jungle aims to create foods that make you feel good from the inside out.
11 locals recommend
Concrete Jungle Cafe
15 Kensington StUsing fresh local produce, Concrete Jungle aims to create foods that make you feel good from the inside out.
Southern Italian style pizza is hand-prepared in artisan style and Stonebaked to perfection. The pasta sauces are slow-simmered and our favourite rustic Italian specialties prepared with Nonna’s original recipes.
Andiamo Trattoria
9 Kensington StSouthern Italian style pizza is hand-prepared in artisan style and Stonebaked to perfection. The pasta sauces are slow-simmered and our favourite rustic Italian specialties prepared with Nonna’s original recipes.
Tucked behind the Kensington Street laneway, the open-air courtyard is home to six Asian eateries including Japanese, Vietnamese, Singaporean, Thai, Malaysian and Cantonese.
154 locals recommend
Spice Alley
Kensington StreetTucked behind the Kensington Street laneway, the open-air courtyard is home to six Asian eateries including Japanese, Vietnamese, Singaporean, Thai, Malaysian and Cantonese.
Bloodwood Restaurant & Bar
416 King StEclectic dining in a contemporary space.
Refined American and Southern US food in a buzzy space with minimal decor.
72 locals recommend
Hartsyard
33 Enmore RdRefined American and Southern US food in a buzzy space with minimal decor.
Stylish spot with white tablecloths, for eclectic share plates, and cocktails.
7 locals recommend
Rubyos Restaurant
18-20 King StStylish spot with white tablecloths, for eclectic share plates, and cocktails.
Classic cocktails and delicate snacks, in a low-lit room with leather sofas and a vintage vibe.
110 locals recommend
Porteño
50 Holt StClassic cocktails and delicate snacks, in a low-lit room with leather sofas and a vintage vibe.
This beautifully restored dining precinct features 12 of Sydney’s leading food operators, as well as 7 community-based retailers.
Tramsheds is a unique food-focussed destination, perfect for day-time catch-ups, evening date nights and weekend gatherings with friends and family.
166 locals recommend
Tramsheds
1 Dalgal WyThis beautifully restored dining precinct features 12 of Sydney’s leading food operators, as well as 7 community-based retailers.
Tramsheds is a unique food-focussed destination, perfect for day-time catch-ups, evening date nights and weekend gatherings with friends and family.
Sydney Fish Market is the largest market of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and the third largest seafood market in terms of variety in the world, featuring shops for seafood, deli items, wine & baked goods, plus restaurants.
399 locals recommend
Sydney Fish Market
Bank StreetSydney Fish Market is the largest market of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and the third largest seafood market in terms of variety in the world, featuring shops for seafood, deli items, wine & baked goods, plus restaurants.
Once an industrial concrete car park, The Grounds is now a thriving urban sanctuary, designed as a welcoming space to bring people together.
Built on the philosophy of creating experiences for communities through quality products, innovations, and an ever-evolving vision, providing a wholesome, produce-driven menu that is fresh, fun and innovative.
432 locals recommend
The Grounds of Alexandria
2 Huntley StOnce an industrial concrete car park, The Grounds is now a thriving urban sanctuary, designed as a welcoming space to bring people together.
Built on the philosophy of creating experiences for communities through quality products, innovations, and an ever-evolving vision, providing a wholesome, produce-driven menu that is fresh, fun and innovative.
Bennelong serves to celebrate the Sydney Opera House and its extraordinary architecture by offering a culturally significant and inspiring menu showcasing a most magnificent production of Australian food and wine.
23 locals recommend
Bennelong Restaurant and Bar
Bennelong PointBennelong serves to celebrate the Sydney Opera House and its extraordinary architecture by offering a culturally significant and inspiring menu showcasing a most magnificent production of Australian food and wine.
Combining the warmth and charm of a neighbourhood Chinese eating house with the dynamism of an open kitchen, this long-running, iconic venue with a convivial vibe, is known for inventive Australian and Chinese dishes.
105 locals recommend
Billy Kwong
Combining the warmth and charm of a neighbourhood Chinese eating house with the dynamism of an open kitchen, this long-running, iconic venue with a convivial vibe, is known for inventive Australian and Chinese dishes.
Traditional Chinese food in a no-frills eatery. Take advantage of the late opening hours here — they don't close until midnight — and swing by for a late meal. Or, you can order take away from the menu to eat at home in front of the TV.
11 locals recommend
B.B.Q. King
76-78 Liverpool StTraditional Chinese food in a no-frills eatery. Take advantage of the late opening hours here — they don't close until midnight — and swing by for a late meal. Or, you can order take away from the menu to eat at home in front of the TV.
Clever Modern Australian tasting menus featuring homegrown produce prepared by previous Chefs of The Year, served in a charming, cosy dining room.
22 locals recommend
Sixpenny
83 Percival RdClever Modern Australian tasting menus featuring homegrown produce prepared by previous Chefs of The Year, served in a charming, cosy dining room.
Australia's finest seafood in a unique waterfront location.
43 locals recommend
The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay
123 Ferry RdAustralia's finest seafood in a unique waterfront location.
A place that does real home-made Lebanese food as eaten in Lebanese households - just the way grandma makes it.
The Black Groodle
55 Mountain StA place that does real home-made Lebanese food as eaten in Lebanese households - just the way grandma makes it.
Drinks & Nightlife
Hearty pub food in a relaxed space with rustic furnishings, a packed bookshelf, and a beer garden.
47 locals recommend
The Duck Inn Pub & Kitchen
74 Rose StHearty pub food in a relaxed space with rustic furnishings, a packed bookshelf, and a beer garden.
Rustic, old-school institution with a big courtyard and a cocktail lounge, for pizza and craft beer.
55 locals recommend
The Rose Hotel
52-54 Cleveland StRustic, old-school institution with a big courtyard and a cocktail lounge, for pizza and craft beer.
Cocktails, food and live music in an arty bar with redbrick walls and shabby-chic timber decor.
90 locals recommend
Freda's
107-109 Regent StCocktails, food and live music in an arty bar with redbrick walls and shabby-chic timber decor.
Gastropub with large rounded windows and a beer garden, plus a downstairs space for gigs and comedy.
27 locals recommend
The Chippo Hotel
87-91 Abercrombie StGastropub with large rounded windows and a beer garden, plus a downstairs space for gigs and comedy.
This multifaceted bar can satisfy your morning caffeine fix and your late-night margarita craving.
6 locals recommend
Sneaky Possum
86 Abercrombie StThis multifaceted bar can satisfy your morning caffeine fix and your late-night margarita craving.
Sitting at the intersection of wine and culture, this cellar door is a place to try wines (plus beer and spirits), enjoy a pizza, or cheese and meats boards alongside a mix of weekly curated experiences across music, art and culture.
55 locals recommend
Cake Wines Cellar Door
16 Eveleigh StSitting at the intersection of wine and culture, this cellar door is a place to try wines (plus beer and spirits), enjoy a pizza, or cheese and meats boards alongside a mix of weekly curated experiences across music, art and culture.
Wood-fired pizzas, homemade pasta and cocktails in a vibrant pub with a leafy, lantern-lit patio.
203 locals recommend
The Beresford
354 Bourke StWood-fired pizzas, homemade pasta and cocktails in a vibrant pub with a leafy, lantern-lit patio.
Sydney Opera House as its backdrop and gun-barrel views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge with covered outdoor areas and a relaxed vibe, for pizza and bistro food plus cocktails.
403 locals recommend
Opera Bar
Macquarie StreetSydney Opera House as its backdrop and gun-barrel views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge with covered outdoor areas and a relaxed vibe, for pizza and bistro food plus cocktails.
Shopping
With its exciting mix of retail, dining, everyday shopping and innovative experiences, Central Park Mall has it all.
144 locals recommend
Central Park Mall
28 BroadwayWith its exciting mix of retail, dining, everyday shopping and innovative experiences, Central Park Mall has it all.
THE MARKET:
Held every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am – 2pm under The Market Canopy located on The Showring.
You can find seasonal produce straight from the farms, hot coffee, beautiful fresh flowers, crafts and clothing and sensational cooked food for your breakfast or lunch.
The Market promotes a wonderful sense of community and is great for a slow wander through or just sit and listen to live music while tucking into scrumptious cakes and pastries.
131 locals recommend
The Bavarian Entertainment Quarter
212 Bent StTHE MARKET:
Held every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am – 2pm under The Market Canopy located on The Showring.
You can find seasonal produce straight from the farms, hot coffee, beautiful fresh flowers, crafts and clothing and sensational cooked food for your breakfast or lunch.
The Market promotes a wonderful sense of community and is great for a slow wander through or just sit and listen to live music while tucking into scrumptious cakes and pastries.
BREWERY YARD MARKETS:
An exciting, rapidly growing, inner-city market held on the first and third Sunday of every month on the green at Central Park, Chippendale 10am-4pm
Brewery Yard Markets features live music, art demonstrations, and hand-picked stalls trading organic produce, streetwear and vintage clothing, artisan wares, fine floral bouquets, gourmet bites and beverages. There are also unique activities (curated for each event) for the curious, free-spirited and fun-loving.
12 locals recommend
Central Park Sydney by Frasers Property Australia & Sekisui House Australia
28 BroadwayBREWERY YARD MARKETS:
An exciting, rapidly growing, inner-city market held on the first and third Sunday of every month on the green at Central Park, Chippendale 10am-4pm
Brewery Yard Markets features live music, art demonstrations, and hand-picked stalls trading organic produce, streetwear and vintage clothing, artisan wares, fine floral bouquets, gourmet bites and beverages. There are also unique activities (curated for each event) for the curious, free-spirited and fun-loving.
The infamous and quirky Paddington Markets are held every Saturday, and if you’re browsing for inspiration, looking for a fabulous dress or searching for that perfect accessory, you’ll find a diverse mix of boutiques along Oxford Street in Paddington.
252 locals recommend
Paddington Markets
395 Oxford StThe infamous and quirky Paddington Markets are held every Saturday, and if you’re browsing for inspiration, looking for a fabulous dress or searching for that perfect accessory, you’ll find a diverse mix of boutiques along Oxford Street in Paddington.
Newtown Precinct shopping is unique, eclectic and caters for every sized wallet. It is rare to find such an array of independently owned retailers selling quality products in the one place.
331 locals recommend
Newtown
Newtown Precinct shopping is unique, eclectic and caters for every sized wallet. It is rare to find such an array of independently owned retailers selling quality products in the one place.
Features a 500 seat Food Court and Hoyts 12-screen cinema complex, and over 100 specialty shops.
371 locals recommend
Broadway Sydney
1 Bay StFeatures a 500 seat Food Court and Hoyts 12-screen cinema complex, and over 100 specialty shops.
There’s plenty to explore at Market City – food, authentic retailers, factory outlets, Play Time, Paddy’s Market and a host of entertaining activities.
117 locals recommend
Market City
2 Hay StThere’s plenty to explore at Market City – food, authentic retailers, factory outlets, Play Time, Paddy’s Market and a host of entertaining activities.
Entertainment & Activities
Cinema chain offering blockbusters and indie films, plus kids' programs and live music screenings.
71 locals recommend
HOYTS Broadway
Bay StreetCinema chain offering blockbusters and indie films, plus kids' programs and live music screenings.
Complementing its boutique-style auditoria and stylish décor, the fully-licensed cinema offers quality new release films and a collection of international titles.
26 locals recommend
Palace Cinemas
28 BroadwayComplementing its boutique-style auditoria and stylish décor, the fully-licensed cinema offers quality new release films and a collection of international titles.
One of the most spectacular playgrounds ever built in Australia, The Children's Playground at Darling Quarter features an array of fun activities that promote learning and imagination for all ages. Water games, climbing ropes, swings, slides, and a flying fox will keep the kids entertained for hours. And best of all, it's free!
88 locals recommend
Darling Quarter Car Park
11 Harbour StOne of the most spectacular playgrounds ever built in Australia, The Children's Playground at Darling Quarter features an array of fun activities that promote learning and imagination for all ages. Water games, climbing ropes, swings, slides, and a flying fox will keep the kids entertained for hours. And best of all, it's free!
Sightseeing
Darling Harbour
There’s really nowhere in the world quite like Darling Harbour.
Begin your discovery at World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House, on the edge of one of the great natural harbours in the world. More than 1,600 performances are held each year inside the iconic white sails, from ballet and opera to classical music, contemporary dance, stage plays, and more.
1998 locals recommend
Sydney Opera House
Begin your discovery at World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House, on the edge of one of the great natural harbours in the world. More than 1,600 performances are held each year inside the iconic white sails, from ballet and opera to classical music, contemporary dance, stage plays, and more.
The Rocks is a neighbourhood of historic laneways in the shadow of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Locals and tourists mingle at the open-air Rocks Markets, purchasing street food and handmade fashions. The area has some of Sydney’s oldest pubs and many of the upscale restaurants have harbour views.
612 locals recommend
The Rocks
The Rocks is a neighbourhood of historic laneways in the shadow of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Locals and tourists mingle at the open-air Rocks Markets, purchasing street food and handmade fashions. The area has some of Sydney’s oldest pubs and many of the upscale restaurants have harbour views.
You can find some of the best Chinese culture right in this neighborhood. They offer some of the best festivals, shops, history, and even food. This is essential when walking through the streets all day that you stop for a hot plate of traditional Chinese cuisine.
107 locals recommend
Chinatown Centre
405-411 Sussex StreetYou can find some of the best Chinese culture right in this neighborhood. They offer some of the best festivals, shops, history, and even food. This is essential when walking through the streets all day that you stop for a hot plate of traditional Chinese cuisine.
Arts & Culture
The university is colloquially known as one of Australia's sandstone universities. Its campus is ranked in the top 10 of the world's most beautiful universities by the British Daily Telegraph and The Huffington Post. Feel free to walk around these extensive campus grounds.
194 locals recommend
The University of Sydney
The university is colloquially known as one of Australia's sandstone universities. Its campus is ranked in the top 10 of the world's most beautiful universities by the British Daily Telegraph and The Huffington Post. Feel free to walk around these extensive campus grounds.
The White Rabbit Gallery is an art museum in Sydney, Australia, which exhibits selections from the White Rabbit Collection of 21st-century Chinese contemporary art.
329 locals recommend
White Rabbit Gallery
30 Balfour StThe White Rabbit Gallery is an art museum in Sydney, Australia, which exhibits selections from the White Rabbit Collection of 21st-century Chinese contemporary art.
The MCA epitomises Australia’s thriving modern art scene. In some ways Sydney’s MCA is Australia’s equivalent to Tate Modern.
829 locals recommend
Museum of Contemporary Art
140 George StThe MCA epitomises Australia’s thriving modern art scene. In some ways Sydney’s MCA is Australia’s equivalent to Tate Modern.
State Theatre
49 Market StSydney's most iconic venue for film, theatre, music and more.
Located in Haymarket, Sydney's historic Capitol Theatre is host to world-class musicals, ballet and opera.
179 locals recommend
Capitol Theatre
13 Campbell StLocated in Haymarket, Sydney's historic Capitol Theatre is host to world-class musicals, ballet and opera.
Bangarra is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation, and one of Australia's leading performing arts companies. They are widely acclaimed, nationally and around the world, for their powerful dancing, distinctive theatrical voice, and utterly unique soundscapes, music and design.
Bangarra Dance Theatre
15 Hickson RoadBangarra is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation, and one of Australia's leading performing arts companies. They are widely acclaimed, nationally and around the world, for their powerful dancing, distinctive theatrical voice, and utterly unique soundscapes, music and design.
Sydney Theatre Company has been a major force in Australian drama since its establishment in 1978. The Company presents an annual season of diverse productions at its own venues at The Wharf.
82 locals recommend
Sydney Theatre Company
15 Hickson RdSydney Theatre Company has been a major force in Australian drama since its establishment in 1978. The Company presents an annual season of diverse productions at its own venues at The Wharf.
Sydney Dance Company has a broad community beyond the practice and performance of our lead dancers.
7 locals recommend
Sydney Dance Company
15 Hickson RdSydney Dance Company has a broad community beyond the practice and performance of our lead dancers.
One of Australia's most celebrated and acclaimed theatre companies. As well as performing at home, Belvoir regularly takes to the road, touring both nationally and internationally.
84 locals recommend
Belvoir Street Theatre
25 Belvoir StOne of Australia's most celebrated and acclaimed theatre companies. As well as performing at home, Belvoir regularly takes to the road, touring both nationally and internationally.
Established in 1871, the Gallery is proud to present fine international and Australian art in one of the most beautiful art museums in the world. The Gallery aims to be a place of experience and inspiration, through our collection, exhibitions, programs and research.
Modern and contemporary works are displayed in expansive, light-filled spaces, offering stunning views of Sydney and the harbour.
32 locals recommend
Art Gallery Of NSW station
Established in 1871, the Gallery is proud to present fine international and Australian art in one of the most beautiful art museums in the world. The Gallery aims to be a place of experience and inspiration, through our collection, exhibitions, programs and research.
Modern and contemporary works are displayed in expansive, light-filled spaces, offering stunning views of Sydney and the harbour.
Carriageworks is the largest and most significant contemporary multi-arts centre of its kind in Australia. The Carriageworks Artistic Program is ambitious, risk-taking and provides significant support to leading Australian and international artists. The program is artist-led and emerges from Carriageworks’ commitment to reflecting social and cultural diversity.
FARMERS MARKET: Saturdays 8am - 1pm. This renowned market features seasonal produce including organic and bio-dynamic foods from farmers and artisan producers from across New South Wales.
276 locals recommend
Carriageworks
245 Wilson StCarriageworks is the largest and most significant contemporary multi-arts centre of its kind in Australia. The Carriageworks Artistic Program is ambitious, risk-taking and provides significant support to leading Australian and international artists. The program is artist-led and emerges from Carriageworks’ commitment to reflecting social and cultural diversity.
FARMERS MARKET: Saturdays 8am - 1pm. This renowned market features seasonal produce including organic and bio-dynamic foods from farmers and artisan producers from across New South Wales.
Parks & Nature
The Chinese Garden of Friendship is a Chinese garden in Chinatown, Sydney, Australia. Modelled after the classic private gardens of the Ming Dynasty, the garden offers an insight into Chinese heritage and culture.
105 locals recommend
Chinese Garden of Friendship
Cnr Harbour StThe Chinese Garden of Friendship is a Chinese garden in Chinatown, Sydney, Australia. Modelled after the classic private gardens of the Ming Dynasty, the garden offers an insight into Chinese heritage and culture.
Local, quaint park directly opposite the building where you are staying. Sip your takeaway coffee on one of the benches provided, or let the kids exude their energy on the colourful play equipment.
11 locals recommend
Peace Park
70-80 Myrtle StLocal, quaint park directly opposite the building where you are staying. Sip your takeaway coffee on one of the benches provided, or let the kids exude their energy on the colourful play equipment.
A picturesque 9-hectare public park. Grass fields sprawl across the park and frame Lake Northam, a quiet space where you can find a secluded and peaceful spot under the shade of a nearby tree.
129 locals recommend
Victoria Park
Parramatta RoadA picturesque 9-hectare public park. Grass fields sprawl across the park and frame Lake Northam, a quiet space where you can find a secluded and peaceful spot under the shade of a nearby tree.
An infamous green oasis nestled on Sydney Harbour. Home to world-leading plant science and stunning horticultural displays.
15 locals recommend
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Macquarie St station
An infamous green oasis nestled on Sydney Harbour. Home to world-leading plant science and stunning horticultural displays.
Hyde Park, the oldest public parkland in Australia, is a 16.2-hectare park in the central business district of Sydney.
374 locals recommend
Hyde Park
Elizabeth StreetHyde Park, the oldest public parkland in Australia, is a 16.2-hectare park in the central business district of Sydney.