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.
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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 ★ 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 ★ 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 Botanical Garden
This secret Australian garden was built on love after a man planted a random bulb he found in the ocean.
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 ★ 4.7 · 152 Bookstore
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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 Planning time in North Sydney?
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1 Luna Park Sydney 2 Wendy's Secret Garden 3 Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace 4 The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens 5 KC's Honky Tonk 6 Kirribilli Markets 7 Ryo's Noodles 8 Constant Reader Bookshop 9 Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point 10 Small Bar Ready to plan North Sydney? Turn these North Sydney picks into a day-by-day Sydney plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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