Catch a film at Golden Age Cinema & Bar. A lovingly refurbished Art Deco cinema and bar that resides in the original home of Paramount Studios. The cinema shows a mix of new films and cult classics, including rare flicks that are bound to delight hardcore cinema buffs. ourgoldenage.com.au
Celebrate yourself at CULT, a new nightclub that is all about individual expression. After all, dancing until the early hours is easier when embraced by the acceptance of a like-minded crowd. cultsydney.com
Laugh a little, or more likely a lot, at the Potts Point Hotel’s weekly comedy event, The Running Joke. Tuesday nights see a rotation of established and up-and-coming comedians take the stage. pottspointhotel.com.au
Take a putt at Holey Moley, which turns mini golf into a multi-sensory experience. Every hole within this lively labyrinth has its own theme, with plenty of selfie opportunities along the way. holeymoley.com.au
For die-hard cricket fans or future fast bowlers, the Sydney Cricket Ground Tour is a family-friendly 90-minute walking jaunt around this iconic sporting facility. Stroll through the members’ stand, step inside the dressing rooms, survey the playing field, view prized sporting memorabilia in the museum and walk out onto the hallowed turf. Sydney Cricket Ground … Read more
Embark on a ghost hunt at one of Australia’s most haunted places, Q Station in Manly, 30 minutes from the city. The site was originally used to quarantine people arriving in Sydney by ship from the 1830s until 1984, including soldiers, convicts, orphans and migrants. The two-hour Ghost Trackers tour is designed for families with … Read more
For an equine adventure without leaving the city, saddle up in Centennial Parklands – the 360-hectare green space is just dreamy for a horse ride. Situated inside The Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre is Eastside Riding Academy, which runs leisure park rides. They cater for budding horse riders and those more experienced in the saddle. centennialparklands.com.au
As one of the most famous beachside cities in the world, Sydney is known for its spectacular coastal pathways. The Bondi to Coogee walk is popular with walkers, joggers and pram-pushing parents. Take the cliff-hugging trail past wild coastal scrub, ocean rock pools and water views. Start behind Icebergs at the south end of Bondi … Read more
Taronga Zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals, making it Australia’s largest zoo. Animal lovers can marvel at giraffes, elephants, monkeys and more, against a stunning harbour backdrop. For adventurers, swing and climb across the zoo with Wild Ropes Treetops Adventure. Want to linger longer? Roar and Snore is an on-site safari sleepover with … Read more
It’s incredible in a bustling city like Sydney to be able to get up close and personal with so many native Australian animals. At WILD LIFE you can pat a kangaroo, smile at a crocodile in the Crocodile Billabong and meet a cuddly koala! There’s also plenty of conservation education and expert guides
