All-Time Best
The Rocks
The Rocks
Sydney's oldest neighborhood, featuring cobblestone streets, heritage buildings, and weekend markets beneath the Harbour Bridge. A historic precinct where Australia's colonial story began.
Highlights
- The Rocks Markets
- Sydney Observatory
- Susannah Place Museum
- Historic pubs and laneways
- Harbour Bridge views
Circular Quay
Circular Quay
The heart of Sydney's harbor, home to the iconic Opera House and gateway to ferries across the harbor. Street performers, waterfront dining, and world-class architecture converge here.
Highlights
- Sydney Opera House
- Royal Botanic Garden
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Harbor ferry rides
- Outdoor dining promenade
Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Sydney's vibrant LGBTQ+ heartland along Oxford Street, packed with eclectic restaurants, cocktail bars, and a proudly diverse community. Home to the famous Sydney Mardi Gras parade route.
Highlights
- Oxford Street nightlife
- Sydney Jewish Museum
- Diverse dining scene
- Mardi Gras festivities
- Art galleries and boutiques
Surry Hills
Surry Hills
Sydney's ultimate cafe culture destination with specialty coffee roasters, award-winning restaurants, and converted warehouse spaces. A foodie paradise with a creative, laid-back atmosphere.
Highlights
- Specialty coffee scene
- Brett Whiteley Studio
- Shannon Reserve markets
- Warehouse conversions
- Farm-to-table dining
Newtown
Newtown
Sydney's alternative heartland where punks, students, and artists converge along King Street. Vintage shops, vegan eateries, live music venues, and vibrant street art define this bohemian suburb.
Highlights
- King Street shopping
- Live music venues
- Street art and murals
- Vintage and thrift stores
- Vegan and vegetarian dining
Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach
Australia's most famous beach, where surf culture meets sophisticated coastal living. Golden sand, world-class waves, ocean pools, and the stunning Bondi to Coogee coastal walk.
Highlights
- Bondi Icebergs Pool
- Bondi to Coogee Walk
- Surf lessons
- Bondi Markets
- Beachfront cafes and bars
Manly
Manly
A relaxed beach suburb accessible by scenic ferry from Circular Quay. Manly offers a distinct holiday vibe with ocean and harbor beaches, excellent snorkeling, and a pedestrian corso lined with shops.
Highlights
- Manly Beach
- Shelly Beach snorkeling
- The Corso promenade
- Manly to Spit Bridge Walk
- Ferry ride from Circular Quay
Paddington
Paddington
Elegant Victorian terraces with signature iron lacework line the streets of this upscale suburb. High-end fashion boutiques, art galleries, and the famous Paddington Markets make it a weekend favorite.
Highlights
- Victorian terrace architecture
- Paddington Markets
- Oxford Street boutiques
- Art galleries
- Five Ways intersection
Barangaroo
Barangaroo
Sydney's newest waterfront precinct transformed from industrial docks into a world-class dining and entertainment destination. Headland parkland, harbor walks, and cutting-edge architecture.
Highlights
- Barangaroo Reserve
- Waterfront restaurants
- Crown Sydney tower
- Harbor foreshore walk
- Modern architecture
Chippendale
Chippendale
A creative hub where industrial heritage meets contemporary art. Home to White Rabbit Gallery's Chinese contemporary collection, innovative cafes, and a thriving startup scene.
Highlights
- White Rabbit Gallery
- Central Park vertical gardens
- Kensington Street dining
- Street art
- Converted warehouse spaces