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.

  • Luna Park SydneyAmusement Park
  • Wendy's Secret GardenBotanical Garden
  • Hayden Orpheum Picture PalacePalace Museum

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North Sydney in Sydney

Top things to do in North Sydney

  • Luna Park Sydney

    Luna Park Sydney

    4.1 · 16.8k
    Amusement Park

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

  • Wendy's Secret Garden

    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

    Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

    4.7 · 3.2k
    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

    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

    Kirribilli Markets

    4.4 · 983
    Market

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

  • Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point

    Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point

    Wine Shop
  • Constant Reader Bookshop

    Constant Reader Bookshop

    4.7 · 151
    Bookstore

Where to eat & drink in North Sydney

  • Ryo's Noodles

    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
  • Li'l Darlin Crows Nest

    Li'l Darlin Crows Nest

    4.8 · 322
    Bar· A$20–100

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

  • Oishi-Billi

    Oishi-Billi

    4.8 · 274
    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

    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

    Lavendra Indian

    4.7 · 1.6k
    Indian· A$40–120

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

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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. 5Kirribilli Markets
  6. 6Ryo's Noodles
  7. 7Le Pont Wine Store - Milsons Point
  8. 8Li'l Darlin Crows Nest
  9. 9Constant Reader Bookshop
  10. 10Oishi-Billi

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