SydneyThings To Do

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Sydney Opera House

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 16:00
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White sail-like shells rise from Bennelong Point, catching sharp Sydney light above the harbour. The building feels both precise a

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02

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:11:00 - 15:00
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This historic green space wraps around the edge of Sydney Harbour. Manicured green lawns slope gently down to the blue harbor wate

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03

Sydney Harbour Bridge

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:16:00 - 18:00
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Sydney Harbour Bridge rises in a strong steel arch above one of the world’s great natural harbours. Its dark latticework frames fe

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The Rocks

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 15:00
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Golden sandstone buildings cast long shadows across narrow cobblestone lanes. Restored heritage warehouses stand beside historic p

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Quay

Quay sits at the edge of Sydney Harbour inside the passenger terminal. Floor-to-ceiling glass reveals the glowing white sails of t

06

Opera Bar

Opera Bar sits directly on the edge of Sydney Harbour beneath the sails of the Opera House. Patrons gather at outdoor tables to wa

07

Harry's Bondi

Sunlight streams through the wide windows of this corner sanctuary just off Bondi Beach. Light wood, indoor greenery, and salt-lic

08

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:07:00 - 10:00
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This cliffside pathway traces the sandstone curves of Sydney's eastern coastline. Waves crash directly against the rock platforms

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09

Bondi Beach

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:urban
PEAK:10:00 - 16:00
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Bondi Beach curves around pale sand and clear blue water in Sydney’s east. Surf rolls in steady lines, while swimmers, runners, an

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Bondi Icebergs Pool

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:08:00 - 11:00
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Bondi Icebergs Pool sits directly on the rocky edge of the Pacific Ocean. Waves crash over the concrete walls, mixing cold sea wat

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Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

Large glass walls frame the crashing waves of Bondi Beach from this elevated clifftop dining room. The interior features minimalis

12

The Roosevelt

Polished timber panels, leather booths, and dim lighting define this vintage underground cocktail lounge in Potts Point. The histo

14

Paramount Coffee Project

Paramount Coffee Project occupies the sunlit ground floor of a heritage Art Deco building in Surry Hills. High ceilings, exposed b

15

Hyde Park

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 17:00
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This central sanctuary features wide avenues shaded by mature fig trees and manicured lawns. Historic monuments stand alongside wa

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16

Australian Museum

ACTIVITY:educational
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Warm sandstone walls and clean modern glass define this landmark museum in the center of Sydney. Inside, high ceilings and bright

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17

Bennelong

The dining room sits directly beneath the soaring concrete sails of the Sydney Opera House. Soaring timber beams frame panoramic v

18

The Baxter Inn

An unmarked service alley leads down into a dimly lit subterranean cellar. Exposed brick walls frame backbar shelves packed with h

19

Australian National Maritime Museum

ACTIVITY:educational
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:11:00 - 15:00
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The museum sits directly on the edge of Darling Harbour with a roof shaped like billowing sails. Sleek wooden boardwalks lead to a

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20

Workshop Espresso

Located in the central business district, this compact espresso bar operates as a warm wooden sanctuary. Soft golden lighting glow

21

Darling Harbour

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:urban
PEAK:17:00 - 21:00
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Darling Harbour is Sydney’s polished waterfront room, framed by glass towers and open sky. Boardwalks trace the water, ferries mov

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22

Sea Life Sydney Aquarium

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Suspended glass tunnels wind directly beneath the salt waters of Darling Harbour. Cool blue light bathes the quiet chambers where

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23

LuMi Bar & Dining

Glass walls cantilever over the Pyrmont waterfront, framing minimalist views of the quiet harbor marina. Pendant lights glow softl

24

Zephyr Rooftop Bar

Zephyr sits high above Darling Harbour, offering a sleek open-air lounge wrapped in harbor lights. Low-profile seating and clean a

25

Manly Beach

ACTIVITY:active
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 16:00
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Manly Beach features a long curve of pale sand lined with towering Norfolk Island pine trees. Bright turquoise waves roll onto the

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Barefoot Coffee Traders

Barefoot Coffee Traders occupies a small, open storefront on Whistler Street in Manly. Rough timber accents, industrial stools, an

27

North Head Sanctuary

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 15:00
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Sandstone cliffs tower eighty meters above the ocean at the entrance to Sydney Harbour. Windswept banksia shrubs and low heathland

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28

The Boathouse Shelly Beach

The restaurant sits directly on the sands of a secluded cove in Manly. Floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the calm waters of t

29

Hugos Manly

Hugos Manly sits directly on the wooden deck of Manly Wharf, looking out over the calm harbor. The dining room features neutral ti

30

Manly Wharf Bar

Manly Wharf Bar sits directly over the water, offering clear views of Sydney Harbour. Inside, the space features timber floorboard

31

The Three Sisters

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:09:00 - 11:00
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Three weathered sandstone peaks rise high above the deep green canopy of the Jamison Valley. Golden rock faces catch the sun while

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32

Cassiopeia Katoomba

Warm wood details and the rich scent of freshly roasted beans welcome guests to this cozy space. Tucked away in Katoomba, the mini

33

Scenic World Blue Mountains

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Deep green ancient canopy covers the valley floor under towering sandstone cliffs. A red passenger train drops down a steep rock f

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Jamison Valley

ACTIVITY:adventure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:09:00 - 15:00
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Jamison Valley is a vast sandstone gorge carpeted by dense eucalyptus forest. Pale blue haze rises from the trees and fills the sp

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35

Darley's Restaurant

Darley's Restaurant is set inside a historic late-nineteenth-century heritage homestead in Katoomba. The intimate dining room feat

36

Bulletin Place

Sandstone terrace walls frame this narrow Sydney laneway just steps from the harbor. Hidden doorways lead into intimate heritage s

37

Paddington Markets

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Every Saturday, the sandstone courtyard of a historic public school transforms into a bustling design bazaar. White-canopied stall

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38

Reuben Hills

This Surry Hills warehouse features exposed brick, concrete floors, and a mezzanine roastery. The rich aroma of roasting coffee be

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Crown Street, Surry Hills

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:urban
PEAK:11:00 - 21:00
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Victorian terrace houses with ironwork balconies line the sloping hills of this vibrant thoroughfare. Sunlight filters through lea

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41

Firedoor

The dimly lit dining room feels intimate and alive with the aroma of burning wood. In the open kitchen, chefs cook exclusively ove

42

Shady Pines Saloon

An unmarked alleyway door in Darlinghurst opens into a dimly lit basement saloon filled with taxidermy. Peanut shells litter the f

43

Skittle Lane

This minimalist sanctuary features tall glass windows, clean concrete lines, and warm timber accents. The quiet space acts as a ca

44

Rose Bay Water Airport

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:09:00 - 17:00
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Historic timber piers stretch into the calm, blue waters of Sydney Harbour at Rose Bay. Sleek seaplanes bob gently on the tide alo

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45

Catalina Rose Bay

White tablecloths drape the dining room right on the edge of Rose Bay. Floor-to-ceiling windows show Sydney Harbour and seaplanes

46

Porch And Parlour

Distressed concrete walls and reclaimed timber frame this bright beachside sanctuary in North Bondi. Morning light floods the rust

47

Sean's Panaroma

This beachside room sits directly across from the sands of North Bondi. Inside, mismatched timber chairs and seashell decorated wi

48

La Renaissance Cafe

Sandstone walls enclose a leafy courtyard hidden in the heart of historic Sydney. Sunlight filters through the green canopy onto q

49

Mod Dining by Clayton Wells

The restaurant sits inside the light-filled glass atrium of the Sydney Modern art gallery. Floor-to-ceiling windows show views of

50

Maybe Sammy

Pastel pink banquettes and deep green velvet seats glow under warm, low lighting. Tuxedo-clad bartenders shake cocktails with thea

51

Palm Beach

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 16:00
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This narrow peninsula sits between the wild Pacific Ocean surf and the calm waters of Pittwater. Golden sand stretches along the s

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52

The Boathouse Palm Beach

This weathered timber pavilion sits directly over the water, filled with rustic wooden benches and fresh flowers. Originally built

53

Pittwater

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 16:00
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Pittwater is a tranquil waterway lined by thick eucalyptus forests and sandstone cliffs. Yachts and wooden boats float quietly on

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54

Jonah's

Perched high on the sea cliffs, this venue overlooks the deep blue waters of Whale Beach. Vast glass windows frame the shifting co

55

Queen Victoria Building

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:11:00 - 15:00
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The Queen Victoria Building stands as a grand Romanesque Revival monument in the center of Sydney. Light streams through the stain

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56

The Grounds of the City

The interior features dark timber panels, custom stained glass, and polished brass accents. Inside, the rich aroma of freshly roas

57

Sydney Modern Project

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:modern
PEAK:11:00 - 15:00
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Light filters through the towering glass walls of the cascading pavilions overlooking Woolloomooloo Bay. Rammed earth walls and op

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58

Aria Restaurant

Curved glass windows frame the waters of Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge. The dining room features l

59

Restaurant Hubert

Descend the spiral stairs into a subterranean wood-paneled dining room lit by flickering candlelight. Heavy velvet drapes and vint

60

Blue Mountains National Park

ACTIVITY:adventure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:09:00 - 16:00
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Eucalyptus forests cover the steep sandstone ridges of this expansive wilderness. A fine blue haze hangs over the deep valleys and

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Leura Garage

Leura Garage occupies a converted mechanic shop filled with exposed brick and industrial steel beams. Stacked vintage tyres and so

62

Megalong Valley

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 15:00
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Towering sandstone cliffs frame this quiet valley floor in the Blue Mountains. Dense eucalyptus forests open up to green pastures

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Megalong Restaurant

Megalong Restaurant stands on a vast, working organic farm in the Blue Mountains. Large glass windows look out over sweeping valle

64

The Carrington

Polished wooden floors and vintage green tiles frame the high-energy bar along Bourke Street. Upbeat music echoes through the loun

65

Brett Whiteley Studio

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:modern
PEAK:11:00 - 15:00
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Located in a quiet Surry Hills lane, this brick warehouse houses the private world of a famous artist. Inside, paint tubes, unfini

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Nomad Sydney

Nomad Sydney sits in a restored heritage warehouse in Surry Hills. Exposed brick walls and raw concrete floors frame the lively ro

67

Eileen's Bar

Behind a discreet brick door in Surry Hills lies this moody cocktail lounge. An eleven-meter juniper-blue concrete bar commands th

68

The Fine Food Store

Tucked away in a historic sandstone laneway, this cafe offers a quiet escape from the busy harbor. Exposed brick walls and warm ti

69

Cafe Sydney

Perched atop the historic Customs House, this rooftop sanctuary overlooks the active waters of Circular Quay. Large glass windows

70

Single O Surry Hills

The narrow street corner is alive with the hum of coffee grinders. Warm timber accents and industrial metal framing define the com

71

Firedoor

Wood fire smoke fills the air of this dimly lit space. The open kitchen glows with burning coals and flying sparks. Guests sit clo

72

Brewtown Newtown

This light-filled cafe occupies a restored nineteenth-century warehouse with exposed brickwork and high timber ceilings. Roaster m

73

Enmore Road

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:urban
PEAK:18:00 - 23:00
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Enmore Road is a vibrant Sydney street lined with historic Victorian shopfronts and colorful street art. Neon signs glow above bus

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Carriageworks

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:heritage
PEAK:10:00 - 13:00
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Carriageworks occupies a grand historic railway workshop in industrial Eveleigh. The structure features a massive brick facade, to

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Continental Deli Bar Bistro

Downstairs features a marble bar counter, vintage tin signs, and shelves stocked with gourmet canned goods. Upstairs feels more in

76

Cafe Paci

Cafe Paci sits behind a modest storefront on King Street in Newtown. Inside, deep blue banquettes contrast with rough brick walls

77

Earl's Juke Joint

The entrance hides behind a vintage storefront on a busy Newtown street. Inside, dim golden lights illuminate a long wooden bar an

78

Bogey Hole Cafe

The cafe sits just steps from Bronte beach, filled with salt air and morning light. In-house roasted coffee beans fill the air wit

79

Bronte Baths

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:07:00 - 10:00
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This ocean pool sits carved into the sandstone cliffs of Sydney's eastern coastline. Waves crash directly over the outer wall, fil

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Gordons Bay

ACTIVITY:adventure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 15:00
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Gordons Bay is a secluded pocket of turquoise water squeezed between sandstone cliffs. A steep timber boardwalk leads down to a sm

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81

Three Blue Ducks Bronte

This neighborhood restaurant sits on a steep beach road in Sydney. Large open windows let in the salty coastal breeze and warm aft

82

Dear Sainte Éloise

This intimate wine bar sits tucked away in a quiet laneway in Potts Point. Inside, low lighting glows across a sleek copper bar an

83

Room Ten

Room Ten is a compact café tucked away in Llankelly Place. Greenery frames the small alleyway space where patrons gather at narrow

84

Macleay Street

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:urban
PEAK:10:00 - 22:00
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Macleay Street is a leafy, tree-lined avenue in Potts Point. Sandstone heritage villas sit alongside grand Art Deco apartment bloc

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The Apollo

The Apollo features a minimalist interior of raw concrete, warm lighting, and sleek marble in Potts Point. The atmosphere is energ

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Cho Cho San

Cho Cho San brings a sleek, Tokyo-inspired minimalism to the leafy streets of Potts Point. The long grey marble bench acts as the

87

The Roosevelt Potts Point

Soft amber lighting glows across dark timber panels and plush leather banquettes. Vessels of vintage glassware line the marble bar

88

Rolla S Cafe Freshwater

This coastal sanctuary sits just off the shoreline of Freshwater Beach. Light wood accents and green plants fill the sunlit space.

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Curl Curl Beach

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:08:00 - 16:00
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Strong ocean swells crash against the golden sand of this wide northern beaches stretch. Towering sandstone cliffs flank the coast

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Freshwater Beach

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 15:00
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Freshwater Beach lies between two high sandstone headlands that shelter the curved shoreline from strong winds. Clean waves roll o

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Freshwater Kiosk

The oceanfront kiosk sits on the edge of the boardwalk at Freshwater Beach. Salty ocean winds sweep through the open-air deck as w

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Pilu at Freshwater

Pilu at Freshwater occupies a historic weatherboard cottage right on the edge of Freshwater Beach. Large windows look directly ont

93

Harbord Hotel

Harbord Hotel is a refreshed coastal pub located steps from Freshwater Beach. The sunlit terrace features whitewashed curves, gree

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Taronga Zoo

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Set on a terraced hillside overlooking the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo offers an immersive wildlife experience

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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:10:00 - 14:00
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Circular Quay

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:urban
PEAK:08:00 - 18:00
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Sydney Tower Eye

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:urban
PEAK:15:00 - 19:00
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Hyde Park

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:nature
PEAK:12:00 - 14:00
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Coogee Beach

ACTIVITY:active
VIBE:nature
PEAK:09:00 - 15:00
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Watsons Bay

ACTIVITY:sightseeing
VIBE:nature
PEAK:12:00 - 17:00
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Luna Park Sydney

ACTIVITY:active
VIBE:urban
PEAK:11:00 - 16:00
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St Mary's Cathedral

ACTIVITY:educational
VIBE:spiritual
PEAK:11:00 - 13:00
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Barangaroo

ACTIVITY:leisure
VIBE:modern
PEAK:12:00 - 20:00
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