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The East Chinese Restaurant
Nice Chinese Restaurant that serves stir fry crocodile and kangaroo meat cuisines.
The East Chinese Restaurant is a premium dining venue located at Circular Quay, right next to the Sydney Opera House. It is highly regarded for its upscale Cantonese cuisine, fresh live seafood, and spectacular, unobstructed views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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The Rocks
Sydney's Historic Heartbeat
Step back in time as we explore The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighborhood. This area served as the birthplace of modern Australia, settled by the First Fleet in 1788. Once a notorious slum, it's now a charming precinct with cobblestone streets, historic pubs, and weekend markets. Discover hidden laneways, art galleries, and quaint cafes. The stories of early convicts, sailors, and settlers are etched into every building, making it a truly unique historical experience.
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Sydney Opera House
A Masterpiece of Modern Architecture
The Sydney Opera House, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its distinctive shell-like sails. Designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, it was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1973. Beyond its stunning exterior, it's a bustling performing arts center hosting over 1,500 performances annually. Imagine the stories told within these walls, from world-class operas to exciting pop concerts. Its construction was quite the saga, over budget and behind schedule, but the result is
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Bondi To Coggee Walk
Iconic Urban Walk in Sydney
The Bondi to Coggee Coastal Walk is one of Sydney's most iconic and popular urban pathways. It is a 6-kilometre multi-use trail that winds along the dramatic cliff faces of Sydney’s eastern suburbs, linking some of the city's most famous beaches. Quick Facts - Distance: 6 kilometres one-way. Time Needed: 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on how often you stop for photos, food, or swimming. Difficulty: Grade 2 track (mostly paved and easy to medium difficulty). It features a few steep hills and several sets of stairs, meaning it is not fully wheelchair or pram accessible. Cost: Completely free.🌊 Key Highlights & Beaches En Route - The trail can be walked in either direction (Bondi to Coogee, or Coogee to Bondi). Going from north to south, you will encounter: Bondi Beach & Bondi Icebergs: Start at the world-famous surf beach and pass the historic, highly-photographed ocean pool. Tamarama Beach: A smaller, deep-sand pocket beach known to locals as "Glamarama". Bronte Beach: A beautiful, family-friendly spot featuring a vast grassed park area and the historic Bronte Baths. Waverley Cemetery: The path takes you onto a cliff-hanging wooden boardwalk running alongside this heritage-listed cemetery, offering unmatched ocean views. Clovelly Beach: A narrow, concrete-decked bay that feels like a natural swimming pool, highly popular for snorkeling. Gordons Bay: A secluded, rocky oasis hiding a unique underwater nature trail.
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Watson Bay Fish and Chip
Fish and Chips
Watsons Bay is home to Australia's oldest continually running fish and chip tradition and offers several excellent waterside options. Whether you want an upscale sit-down meal or a casual takeaway box to eat in the park, you can find the perfect spot right by the ferry wharf.
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New Sydney Fish Market
Newly renovated fish market
The Sydney Fish Market is newly rebuilt and officially opened on Monday, 19 January 2026. It was not just a renovation of the old site; instead, the entire market completely relocated to a brand-new, purpose-built $830 million facility at the head of Blackwattle Bay. The stunning modern facility, designed by Danish architects 3XN/GXN, replaces the outdated Pyrmont building. The site features double the retail space of the old market. It houses more than 40 retailers, restaurants, bars, and specialty delis under a giant, 200-metre-wide wave-like canopy. No "Fishy" Odour: The new market floor operates as a giant underground refrigerator. Combined with advanced high-ceiling ventilation systems, this eliminates the traditional heavy fish market smell, replacing it with the clean scent of the sea. Authentic Working Docks: Visitors can look through specialized viewing areas directly onto the wholesale auction floors and watch fishing vessels unload their catch right at the dedicated wharves. Harbour Walk Access: The development includes waterfront promenades, outdoor public plazas, and seating to accommodate massive crowds. Current Status of the Old Site - The original Pyrmont site was vacated right before the January 2026 opening. It is being completely redeveloped by Mirvac into a mixed-use precinct featuring waterfront urban parks, walkways, and housing.
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Stanwell tops viewpoint
Beautiful view point
Great place to start the Great Pacific Drive
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Great Pacific Drive
Beautiful cliffside drive featured in many car advert
Park at Clifton to walk the bridge
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Bulli Beach Cafe
Nice beach cafe good for whale watching
Bulli beach, along the way to Wollongong
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Nan Tien Temple
Biggest Buddhist Temple in Australia
Wollongong - The Nan Tien Temple is an expansive, majestic Buddhist complex located in Berkeley, a suburb of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. It holds the title of the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Opened in 1995, the name Nan Tien translates directly to "Paradise of the South". It is a major branch temple of the Fo Guang Shan international Buddhist order, practicing Humanistic Buddhism.
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Bombo headlands
Basalt columns by the sea
Reminder of the blue metal mining past of the region
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Kiama Blowhole
Natural Blowhole and Rock Pool
Kiama, NSW. The Kiama Blowhole is a magnificent, globally famous natural sea-cave geyser located at Blowhole Point in the coastal town of Kiama, New South Wales, Australia. It is celebrated as the largest natural blowhole in the world, attracting over 1.3 million visitors annually to witness its thunderous maritime performances. Geological Formation - The foundations of the blowhole were sculpted from dense, volcanic lava flows—specifically a rock known as latite—roughly 260 million years ago. Over thousands of years, relentless Pacific Ocean swells eroded away a softer, intersecting vein of basalt rock underneath the headland. This created a 10-metre-deep subterranean sea cave coupled with a vertical, 2.5-metre-wide surface chimney opening directly onto the clifftop. How It Works - The Compression: When heavy ocean waves slam directly into the subterranean cave mouth, the entrance becomes momentarily trapped and sealed by water. The Eruption: As the wave compresses the air pocket deep inside the cave, it generates an immense buildup of pneumatic pressure. The Plume: This pressure violently forces the trapped seawater and compressed air straight upward through the vertical shaft, blasting plumes of water over 30 metres (100 feet) into the air. The Sound: The dramatic eruption is accompanied by a massive, hollow booming noise. In fact, the name Kiama originates from the local Indigenous Dharawal language word Khanterintee, meaning "where the sea makes a noise". Tips for Visitors The blowhole is a free public attraction equipped with multiple, secure wheelchair-accessible viewing platforms. Optimal Conditions: The display is highly dependent on ocean conditions. To see it at its most spectacular and reliable, visit during high tide and when there is a strong, rolling southeast swell pushing into the coast. The "Little Blowhole" Alternative: If the ocean is too calm and the main blowhole isn't performing, head 2 kilometres south to the Little Blowhole. While its opening is much smaller, its narrow shape means it is highly consistent and frequently shoots water high into the air even during minor swells. Surrounding Precinct: The site sits right adjacent to the heritage-listed 1887 Kiama Lighthouse and steps away from the Kiama Ocean Rock Pool, coastal picnic lawns, and the starting leg of the iconic Kiama Coast Walk.
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Gerringong
Australia's most Instagrammable street
Beautiful seaside town with friendly people
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Berry
A favourite in the region known for boutique and gourmet shops
Stroll down Queen street to browse high-end homeware stores such as Few and Far, as well as good value homeware stores such as Haven & Space, and gourmet food eg. Milkwood bakery, hatted restaurant SOUTH on Albany and Berry donut van. Farmers market every Thursday and first Sunday of the month.
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Coolangatta Estate
Wine Tasting
Shoalhaven - Coolangatta Estate is widely celebrated as the South Coast's most awarded boutique winery, boasting a massive legacy of nearly 2,300 wine awards and over 100 trophies. Located at the foothills of Mt. Coolangatta near Shoalhaven Heads, its wine tastings offer an unmatched blend of premium coastal viticulture and rich colonial history. Critically Acclaimed Coastal Wines - The estate specializes in maritime, cool-climate wines. All grapes are hand-selected on-site by the Bishop family before being professionally vinified by the legendary Tyrrell’s Winery in the Hunter Valley. Flagship Semillon: Their aged Semillon is highly decorated and renowned as one of the finest styles in Australia.Popular Varietals: Tastings heavily showcase crisp Rieslings, Sparkling Chardonnays, and robust, elegant reds like Verdelho, Tannat, and Chambourcin. A 200-Year-Old Historic Setting - The winery sits directly on the site of the first European settlement on the NSW South Coast, established in 1822. Visitors don't just taste wine; they sit surrounded by beautifully restored, rustic convict-built brick and stone structures. Diverse Tasting Experiences - Operating daily from 11:00 AM, Coolangatta Estate Cellar Door provides multiple ways to enjoy their portfolio: Classic Cellar Door Tasting: A guided, personal showcase of estate-grown drops led by highly knowledgeable local hosts who share stories of the land's history. Self-Guided Wine Flights: Paddles of multiple generous pours complete with tasting notes, ideal for enjoying at your own pace out on the expansive, sun-drenched Wine Garden lawn. The Historic Great Hall Experience: An upscale, private group tasting hosted inside the property's original 1822 Great Hall, expertly paired with premium local charcuterie and deli platters.
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Calabrisella woodfired pizzeria
Amazing authentic Italian food
Book in advance. Don't miss the woodfired pizza and Ravioli AI Funghi Porcini!
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Jervis Bay
Whitest Sand beach in the world
Hyam Beach, Jervis Bay. Hyams Beach is a stunning seaside village on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, located roughly 180 kilometres south of Sydney along the marine-rich waters of Jervis Bay. Long celebrated for its exceptionally soft, powdery white sand comprised of pure quartz, this idyllic strip of coastline is a globally renowned haven for swimming, coastal hiking, and marine life encounters.
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Batesman Bay
Best Oyster
Batemans Bay oysters are universally recognized as some of Australia’s finest, primarily harvested along the pristine, nutrient-rich estuaries of the Clyde River on the New South Wales South Coast. Known globally for their purity, these oysters thrive in a unique ecosystem where the Tasman Sea's salty tides blend seamlessly with fresh mountain waters flowing through protected national parks.
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Kingston Foreshore
Nice restaurants with beautiful views
Kingston Foreshore has become one of Canberra’s most vibrant dining strips — a mix of waterfront restaurants, casual eateries, and high‑end spots clustered along Eastlake Parade. Based on the latest local listings, these are the standout venues and what makes each one worth knowing.
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Australian Institute of Sport
Australia's premier elite sports precinct
Daily public tours at 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm and 2:30 pm
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Arboretum
Mosaic of living forests with over 40000 trees
It offers a panoramic view of Australia's bush capital. Most beautiful in Autumn!
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Australian war memorial
A monumental shrine honouring the Australians servicemen
The daily Last Post Ceremony at 4.30pm invites visitors to honour an individual listed on the roll of honour through a moving tribute of their stories and offers a quiet reflection. Daily 90min guided tour starts at 10am.
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Bar Beirut
Great middle eastern food and entertainment
Voted top 30 bars in Australia. Belly dancing Friday and Saturday evenings.
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Anita gelato
Freshly made gelato
It can be found along Bunda street. Get into the Canberra culture of enjoying gelato in winter!
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Molly's
A speakeasy bar
Bringing you back to the 1930s with great cocktails and live music.
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Walter Cafe
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Walter Cafe is an elegant waterfront dining venue located at Regatta Point in Canberra's Commonwealth Park. Named in honour of Walter Burley Griffin, the visionary architect who designed Australia’s capital city, the venue celebrates its scenic location with a sun-drenched, mid-century modern aesthetic designed by H&E Architects. It provides an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere featuring sweeping, panoramic views of Lake Burley Griffin.
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Bridge to bridge walk
Best walk to enjoy the beautiful Lake Burley Griffin
The easy 5km Bridge to Bridge walk takes 1-2 hours to complete. It connects Commonwealth Avenue and the kings Avenue Bridge.
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National Carillon
A Special Gift from Queen Elizabeth II
A 50-metre bell tower housing 57 bronze bells, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the national capital. It plays regular concerts including Wednesday recitals from 12.30 to 1.30pm and Sundays at 11am.
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National Gallery of Australia
Don't miss the important historic art pieces of Australian history
Featuring world-class exhibitions in a modern brutalist building on the shores of Canberra's Lake Burley Griffin. Don't miss the controversial 'Blue Poles' by Jackson Pollock and the historic Ned Kelly series by Sidney Nolan.
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Ouroboros
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Stainless Steel Sculpture by Lindy Lee. The Ouroboros in Canberra is a monumental, 13-tonne public sculpture located in the forecourt of the National Gallery of Australia. Created by prominent Australian artist Lindy Lee, the $14 million masterpiece is the most expensive single artwork ever commissioned in Australian history. Concept and Meaning - The artwork is named after the ancient symbol of the ouroboros—a serpent devouring its own tail. It explores theme cycles of birth, death, and renewal, reflecting the artist's deep immersion in Zen Buddhism and Taoist philosophies. It serves as an interactive beacon that connects humanity with the broader cosmic universe. Dimensions: Measures roughly 4 metres high and 9 metres wide. Material: Made of highly polished, gleaming recycled stainless steel. Daytime Aspect: Works like a mirror, reflecting passers-by, birds, and changing clouds. Nighttime Aspect: Glows from within, casting light outward onto its surrounding pond and native garden. The Interior: Visitors can walk inside through the sculpture's "mouth" into a dark internal chamber pierced by 45,000 tiny perforations that mimic starlight. Sustainability and Craftsmanship - Developed by Urban Art Projects (UAP) foundry, it took 60,000 hours of construction by 200 workers. As one of Australia's first completely sustainable major public art structures, it was built primarily with recycled steel and engineered to stand for at least 500 years.
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James Turrell "Within Without" Sky space
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"Within Without" (2010) is a monumental, site-specific Skyspace installation by acclaimed American light artist James Turrell, permanently located in the Australian Garden at the National Gallery of Australia (NGA). As one of Turrell’s largest and most complex Skyspaces globally, it acts as an immersive viewing chamber that completely redefines how visitors perceive light, space, and the sky. Architectural Composition - From the outside, the installation appears as a simple, earth-covered, grass-mounded pyramid. Visitors enter via a long, sloping subterranean concrete walkway that creates a dramatic sense of transition. The Outer Courtyard: The walkway leads into a large, square-based pyramid featuring striking, soft red ochre plaster walls. The Stupa and Water Pool: At the absolute center sits a large dome (stupa) meticulously crafted from dark Victorian basalt stone. This stupa is entirely enveloped by a vibrant, glowing pool of turquoise water. The Inner Viewing Chamber: Inside the basalt stupa is a simple, peaceful domed room lined with a circular seating bench. A smooth moonstone is embedded into the center of the floor, mirroring a wide, flawless circular opening (oculus) at the apex of the ceiling. The Sensory Experience - The oculus frames a sharp, unobstructed patch of the Canberra sky, transforming it into a living, painterly canvas. By using hidden LED fixtures inside the dome to subtly shift the color of the interior walls, Turrell tricks the human eye, altering your perception of the sky’s true hue, depth, and distance. Within this unique space, sound echoes, movement feels magnified, and the sky appears to rhythmically pulse and change weight. Optimal Visiting Times - While the installation is a meditative retreat throughout the day, it reaches its peak complexity during dawn and dusk transitions. During these cycles, the gallery runs a synchronized light program that heightens the dramatic contrast between the shifting natural celestial light and the vibrant, artificial interior illumination.
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Little Burley Market
A small but beautifully curated lakeside market
Held on the first Saturday of every month (9am to 2pm) around the International flag display. Expect gourmet food, live music and artisanal maker market.
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Ona coffee house
Home to Ona coffee
One of Canberra's best produce. It all started when the owner Saša Šestic won the World Barista Championship in 2015.
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Canberra Outlet
Discount Outlet Shopping
Housing more than 100 brands. Open 10am to 6pm.
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Canberra Christmas Lights
OTT Christmas Festive Lighting
Follow the Christmas lights around Canberra in the month of December via "Christmas lights search" website. Nothing beats the extravagant and generous Christmas display in Forde to get you into the Festive spirit.
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Goulburn
Goulburn and the Big Merino
Goulburn is famous for being Australia's first inland city, declared by Queen Victoria in 1863. Many heritage buildings that remained hint to Goulburn's wealthy past which was built on a booming wool and agricultural industry, a strategic railway connection, and a brief local gold rush. By the 1880s, these drivers made it the second-biggest city in New South Wales after Sydney. The Big Merino is modelled after a sheep named Rambo.
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Haig Park Market
Vibrant Sunday Market in the City
A vibrant farmers, craft and foodie market held every Sunday from 8am to 2pm. Pick up fresh produce, blooms, artisan breads and delicious treats as well as enjoy the live music and explore the shops selling handmade crafts.
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Fitzroy Falls
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Gorgeous waterfall and escarpment!
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Robertson
Home to the Big-Potato-turned-Babe
Picturesque surroundings providing the backdrop to the movie Babe.
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Bowral
A Favourite
Recognized as a premier country escape, Bowral is famous for its leafy heritage streets, gourmet food, boutique shopping, and cool-climate gardens.Top attractions included Dirty Janes: A massive, popular indoor vintage and antique emporium on Banyette Street; Corbett Gardens: The historic town-centre park famous for hosting the annual Tulip Time Festival; Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame: A tribute to legendary cricketer Sir Donald Bradman, who grew up in the town; and Retford Park: A grand 19th-century pink Italianate mansion and estate managed by the National Trust. A favourite town for the arty retiring Sydneysiders.
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