The former Department of Lands, located at the cross-sections of Circular Quay, Macquarie and George Streets, is about to become a bustling luxury lifestyle hub. Pontiac Land Group are “reawakening” the heritage-listed sandstone building, creating ‘The Lands by Capella’, a 10,000 square metres building housing premium retail outlets, event spaces and restaurants. The building will … Read more
Liven up your week with Sydney Travel Guide’s list of the best things to do this week, from Monday through to Sunday.
Vivid Sydney 2025 is in full swing and has transformed the CBD with events, installations and heaps of activities. All the fun of the festival makes for hungry work and tables will fill up fast, so you should plan where to eat at Vivid. Although Vivid Sydney is known to centre around art and light … Read more
Vivid Sydney can be a magical place for kids, allowing them to explore art, music and food, all while being inspired by the bright lights around them. We’ve found the best kid-friendly activities and attractions on offer at Vivid 2025, to help your youngsters get the most out of their experience. This year, the festival … Read more
Feeling the pinch? Welcome to your full guide to all the free things to do at Vivid Sydney 2025.
The fight for the luxury fashion dollar is about to heat up with the high-profile opening of a new 6,000 square metre fashion boutique on the corner of Market Street. The opening is part of the redevelopment of the old David Jones food hall and menswear department, which will feature upscale retail and residential right … Read more
British singer-songwriter Sam Fender has announced he’ll be heading Down Under this November, fresh off the release of his highly acclaimed new album, People Watching, which became the fastest-selling UK album of the year so far. The rockstar shot to fame after the success of his debut album, Hypersonic Missiles, and has been captivating the … Read more
I wasn’t a fan of The Charles Brasserie & Bar when it first opened in October 2022. It’s not just because the food wasn’t nearly as good as it is right now, or because the cutting-teeth service was spotty and lacked that warm approachability so essential for such an imposing venue. The disconnect between the … Read more
Forget summer, Sydney is at its absolute best in May. Vivid lights up the city, the Sydney Comedy Festival keeps the laughs coming, and the Archibald Prize puts Australian talent in the spotlight. We’ve rounded up a list of the best things to do in Sydney in May, including French markets, new restaurant openings and … Read more
Sydney knows how to do high tea. The perfect treat for Mum, here are the best limited edition Mother’s Day high teas to help you plan an afternoon as special her. From 19th-century mansions in Vaucluse to Sydney harbour cruises and opera-themed lunches, Sydney is not short of incredible high tea experiences. Whether you take … Read more
