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Sydney

RestaurantsFrench

Restaurant Hubert
For atmosphere and lashings of French ambience, Restaurant Hubert in Downtown Sydney is the place to go. Bring on the Champagne and escargots

ShopsFashion

Prada

ShopsFashion

Chanel

ShopsFashion

Louis Vuitton

RestaurantsHaute Cuisine

Est
To those in-the-know, est. - spelt lower-case and with a full-stop at the end - is the place to come for high-end cuisine and an even higher-end clientele.

ShopsLifestyle

Attic
Be prepared to spend some time rummaging and fill your bags with cool and unique objets, not to mention one off clothes customised by you. Worth the effort.

BarsPub

The London
An institution in Sydney, The London Hotel has been around since 1870 and it's a beloved local pub for Balmain residents.

ShopsMalls & Department Stores

Myer
With everything under one roof at Myer, you can shop come rain or shine.

ShopsJewellery

Paspaley Pearls
Park Avenue princesses and Sloaney Ponies will love the prim pearls on offer here.

Things to doSpas

Chi The Spa

RestaurantsFrench

Bistro Moncur
One of the eastern suburb's most iconic restaurants, Bistro Moncur has not lost any of its popularity since opening in 1993.

ShopsMalls & Department Stores

Queen Victoria Building
Wonderfully ornate interiors add to the backdrop at this shopping Mecca.

SightsArt Gallery

Tim Olsen Gallery
One of Sydney's most esteemed galleries, Tim Olsen's gallery features the landscape art work of his father, the beret-wearing John Olsen, one of Australia's most renowned artists.

BarsDining

Bambini Wine Room
As something of a media magnet, Bambini Wine Room is a hip all-day drinking and dining spot for the ultra-trendy.

Things to doGolf

NSW Golf Club
With views out over the ocean, this golf club enables you to enjoy Australia's natural beauty while brushing up on your game all at the same time.

HotelsClassic

Shangri-La
Even purists will find it difficult to fault the Shangri-La. It's one of those hotels that has it all covered.

CafesCoffee Shop

Latteria
Latteria has one of the best people-watching perches on buzzy Victoria Street, which links the eclectic suburb of Darlinghurst with its naughty Kings Cross sibling.

RestaurantsFrench

Baroque Pantry
Stylish and with an effervescent chi-chi, Baroque is all about well-priced French bistro fare in the heart of Sydney's historical quarter, The Rocks.

SightsArt Gallery

Kate Owen Gallery
If you're keen for a closer look at some of Australia's best Aboriginal artwork, the Kate Owen Gallery should be high on the itinerary.

RestaurantsHaute Cuisine

Jonah’s Whale Beach

CafesCafe

Gertrude and Alice
Bookish types, hippies, lesbian couples and layabouts all love this beachside bookshop café, which has perfected its chill-out-you're-in-Bondi vibe.

RestaurantsHaute Cuisine

Summit
High-end food high up; Summit scales new heights in gastronomic excellence.

SightsPerforming Arts

Bangarra Dance Theatre
Powerful, spellbinding and raw, Australia's first and finest Aboriginal dance company Bangarra has thrived under the artistic direction of Stephen Page, who has led the theatre of 14 dancers since 1991.

HotelsBeach

Pacific Road House
Set among the swaying eucalyptus trees and only a short stroll to the beach, this gorgeous, privately-rented mansion is the epitome of Australian beachside luxu

ShopsFashion

Gorman
Practical clothing with a femine edge for women-about-town.

SightsPerforming Arts

Lyric Theatre
The Lyric's programme of shows range from the high-brow to the child-friendly, and its well-designed interior means everyone can see the stage.

Things to doCharters & Rentals

Humble Vintage
Pinching the idea from arch nemesis Melbourne, Sydney now offers vintage bikes for hire.

ShopsLifestyle

Ariel
Bookworms will find pages to turn at Ariel, which has a huge range of literature on offer - from beach-reads to heftier tomes.

ClubsLive Music

The Basement
The Basement is an icon in the music scene and Sydney's beating jazz heart, hosting all the greats like Dizzie Gillespie and Herbie Hancock, and more eclectic modern acts and international DJs.

ShopsLifestyle

Macleay on Manning
An assorted range of high-end items to make your life that bit more stylish.

Things to doTours

Sydney Ferries
A cheap 'n' easy way to explore the city - all by water.

RestaurantsInternational

Pilu
When Sydney turns it on with a blisteringly beautiful, blue-sky summer's day, there are few better places in the world to be than at Pilu.

RestaurantsGastropub

Riverview Hotel & Dining
A gastropub that champions the best of contemporary British fare in casual, pubby surroundings.

HotelsClassic

Grace Hotel
One of the city's best examples of pre-war architecture, The Grace hotel was once an office block that was requisitioned during the Second World War for use as allied headquarters.

Things to doExtreme Sports

Bridge Climb
Head for heights? Then scale Sydney Harbour Bridge, clad in an all-in-one jumpsuit.

CafesCafe

Bills Darlinghurst
As the Darlinghurst outpost of celebrity chef Bill Granger's chain of cafés, diners can expect breakfasts with a bang.

ClubsStrip Club

Minx
Female-friendly and super-classy, this striptease club is on the nicer side of naughty.

RestaurantsChinese

Golden Century
As one of Sydney's favourite late-night dining venues, Golden Century has a cult-like following and the mere mention of it to a local will induce an enthusiastic, Oh

RestaurantsAustralian

Rockpool

ShopsVintage

My Boudoir
Those seeking couture on the cheap can call off the search; My Boudoir offers an Aladdin's cave of second-hand treasures.
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