Unlike Anzac Day, Good Friday or Christmas Day, the King’s Birthday public holiday is not a restricted trading day in NSW, meaning most shops, supermarkets and shopping centres will be on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Find bustling outdoor markets with everything from vintage fashion to seasonal produce and global street food. Here are some of the best Sydney markets to visit.
Whether you’re happy browsing or ready to shop ‘til you drop, Sydney is brimming with deluxe shopping hotspots. Find the best luxury shopping in the city.
A lush oasis boasting stunning waterfront views and a rich array of native Australian flora, Sydney’s Royal Botanic Garden is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the city. One of Sydney’s most cherished green spaces, the Royal Botanic Garden is situated across 30 hectares on the edge of the iconic Sydney Harbour. Established in 1816,
Glebe Markets brings a vibrant and eclectic mix of stalls to Sydney’s Inner West, from vintage clothing and fresh produce to artisanal baked goods, original artwork and handcrafted jewellery. But how difficult is it to actually run a stall yourself?
Second Life Markets return to Sydney this weekend, with over 90 stalls taking over Carriageworks on Sunday. As second-hand shopping continues to be a trend that everyone can get behind, Nadia shares how a garage sale with friends snowballed into a global thrifting movement that’s helping reshape the way we shop. How it all began
The pre-loved fashion scene is thriving and it’s never been cooler (or easier) to find one-off vintage gems and designer faves for a fraction of the price. Whether you’re shopping on a small budget or have cash to splash, here’s your guide to curating an It Girl-approved wardrobe, no matter your budget.
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
Liven up your week with Sydney Travel Guide’s list of the best things to do this week, from Monday through to Sunday.
If you’re on the BookTok side of the algorithm, the Global Book Crawl will be right up your street. It’s a worldwide celebration of independent bookshops—those little hidden gems that are filled with new and second-hand page-turners, which the passionate booksellers who are eager to recommend your next read. Writers, booksellers and the all-important readers
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