Surry Hills

This vibrant inner-city neighbourhood has evolved from working-class beginnings to a thriving hub of fashion, art and food. Crown Street is a popular shopping strip and Bourke Street is well worth a stroll too. Find handcrafted ceramics, designer stationery, pre-loved vinyl records, and international brands from Denmark and New York.

Paddington

Paddington, in Sydney’s east, has long been known for its fashion credentials. Oxford Street is the main thoroughfare, and lined with alluring boutiques, designer furniture stores and upmarket pubs. The Intersection, where Glenmore Road meets Oxford Street, has an array of high-end Australian designers such as Scanlan Theodore and Lee Mathews.

Newtown

The eclectic urban village of Newtown, home to Sydney University, is bursting with funky style, bohemian vibes and colourful street art. Here, in the shops that line Newtown’s main drag of King Street, discover one-off vintage finds, curious coffee table books and original fashion.

Bondi

Boutiques in Bondi capture the laid back, coastal style of this famous beachside suburb. Spend time on Gould Street, which is lined with uber-cool boutiques – pick up playful jewellery from Lucy Folk, fashion staples elevated in premium fabrics like linen and cashmere from Jac + Jack or on-trend eco-friendly cleaning products from Bondi Wash.

Sydney Harbour and the City

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Chinatown

This area dates from the 1920s and offers a bustling array of shops and restaurants, plus bargain shopper heaven in Paddy’s Market and a Chinese Garden. 

Barangaroo

Named after Bennelong’s wife, an indigenous leader in colonial times, this new precinct showcases shops, restaurants, offices, the Crown resort and a harbour pool.

Bondi Beach

A globally famous 1-kilometre stretch of sand and glittering water featuring great surf, ocean pools, coastal walks and nearby bars, restaurants, shops and markets.

Royal Botanic Garden

Australia’s natural masterpiece and our oldest botanic garden, overlooks Sydney Harbour and embraced by The Domain, another urban oasis worth exploring.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

This 1932 steel arch bridge spans Sydney Harbour, connecting the CBD to the North Shore with the two walkways either side providing magnificent views.