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North Sydney in Sydney

Things to Do in North Sydney, Sydney

A busy commercial center with a skyline view of the central city across the Harbour. While there are some restaurants and bars, many shops close on weekends, so it's better to visit during the week.

A busy commercial center with a skyline view of the central city across the Harbour. While there are some restaurants and bars, many shops close on weekends, so it's better to visit during the week.

  • Luna Park SydneyLuna Park SydneyAmusement Park
  • Wendy's Secret GardenWendy's Secret GardenBotanical Garden
  • Hayden Orpheum Picture PalaceHayden Orpheum Picture PalacePalace Museum
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in North Sydney

  • Luna Park Sydney in North Sydney, Sydney

    Luna Park Sydney

    4.1 · 17.0k
    Amusement Park

    Longstanding fun park reopened in 2004 after redevelopment, including a big top & a Ferris wheel.

  • Wendy's Secret Garden in North Sydney, Sydney

    Wendy's Secret Garden

    4.8 · 3.7k
    Botanical Garden

    Built over an abandoned train yard, this hidden gem is full of winding paths and offers gorgeous views of Sydney Harbour.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace in North Sydney, Sydney

    Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

    4.7 · 3.3k
    Palace Museum

    Old-timey art deco cinema with a piano bar, live Wurlitzer organ concerts and themed movie nights.

  • The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens in North Sydney, Sydney

    The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens

    Botanical Garden

    This secret Australian garden was built on love after a man planted a random bulb he found in the ocean.

    Map
  • Kirribilli Markets in North Sydney, Sydney

    Kirribilli Markets

    4.4 · 988
    Market

    Bi-monthly market offering a rotation of vendors selling artisan fashions, jewelry, foods & gifts.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
  • Constant Reader Bookshop in North Sydney, Sydney

    Constant Reader Bookshop

    4.7 · 152
    Bookstore
  • Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point in North Sydney, Sydney

    Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point

    Wine Shop
    Mon
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 7 PM

Where to eat & drink in North Sydney

  • KC's Honky Tonk in North Sydney, Sydney

    KC's Honky Tonk

    4.5 · 458
    Live Music

    Signature cocktails, wines & tapas-style sharing plates in a buzzy, narrow venue with a long bar.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    4 PM – 10 PM
    Wed
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
    Thu–Fri
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • Ryo's Noodles in North Sydney, Sydney

    Ryo's Noodles

    4.5 · 2.4k
    Ramen· A$20–40

    Cosy restaurant doling out classic Japanese food like ramen, chicken soup and rice dishes.

    Mon–Tue
    11:40 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    11:40 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    11:40 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    11:40 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Small Bar in North Sydney, Sydney

    Small Bar

    4.6 · 1.0k
    Beer Garden· A$20–60

    The ambience is set up by beautiful fairy lights in the outdoor courtyard. There is a decent variety of craft beers and Australian and international wines.

    Mon
    4 PM – 9:30 PM
    Tue–Wed
    4 PM – 10:30 PM
    Thu
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 11:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 9 PM
  • Li'l Darlin Crows Nest in North Sydney, Sydney

    Li'l Darlin Crows Nest

    4.8 · 360
    Bar· A$20–100

    A local venue for lunch, dinner, and drinks, also hosting events such as birthdays and hens parties.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Wed
    4 PM – 10 PM
    Thu
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • Grace of India Restaurant Sydney in North Sydney, Sydney

    Grace of India Restaurant Sydney

    4.8 · 4.0k
    Indian· A$20–40

    Traditional curries & homemade naan served in a casual family-run eatery with a full bar.

    Every day
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
  • Oishi-Billi in North Sydney, Sydney

    Oishi-Billi

    4.8 · 281
    Japanese· A$20–40

    A Japanese restaurant in Milsons Point known for its fresh sushi, special uramaki rolls, ramen, and other Japanese dishes like udon and bao buns.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    11:30 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 8 PM
  • Loulou in North Sydney, Sydney

    Loulou

    4.3 · 1.3k
    French· A$40–160

    A well-known French restaurant offering classic cuisine, including beef tartare, monkfish and scallop farci, and escargot, with an elegant interior and outdoor seating.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Lavendra Indian in North Sydney, Sydney

    Lavendra Indian

    4.7 · 1.7k
    Indian· A$40–120

    A la carte & tasting menus of upmarket Indian cuisine served in an elegant venue with harbour views.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:45 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:45 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:45 PM

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Map of North Sydney with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Luna Park Sydney
  2. 2Wendy's Secret Garden
  3. 3Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
  4. 4The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens
  5. 5KC's Honky Tonk
  6. 6Kirribilli Markets
  7. 7Ryo's Noodles
  8. 8Constant Reader Bookshop
  9. 9Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point
  10. 10Small Bar

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