Guidebook for Vaucluse
Sightseeing
Ferry to the city/CBD. The view of the Gap, where the ocean meets the harbor. Fun pub, specially Sunday afternoon with sunset over the harbour. Swimming baths with changing rooms and lovely harbour beaches.
332 locals recommend
Watsons Bay
Ferry to the city/CBD. The view of the Gap, where the ocean meets the harbor. Fun pub, specially Sunday afternoon with sunset over the harbour. Swimming baths with changing rooms and lovely harbour beaches.
Vaucluse House is a historic estate in Gothic Revival style in the harbourside suburb of Vaucluse in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The suburb takes its name from this house. Vaucluse House is one of Sydney’s few 19th-century mansions still surrounded by its original gardens and wooded grounds. In 1915 Vaucluse House became AustraliaEnjoy Vaucluse House Tearooms for breakfast, lunch or high tea and soak up the relaxed ambience and picturesque grounds of Vaucluse House Estate. The Tearooms menu features the season's freshest ingredients, many of which are hand picked from the Estate's kitchen garden.
Café Enquiries and Reservations
Phone: 02 9388 8188, info@vauclusehousetearooms.com.au
43 locals recommend
Vaucluse House
69A Wentworth RdVaucluse House is a historic estate in Gothic Revival style in the harbourside suburb of Vaucluse in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The suburb takes its name from this house. Vaucluse House is one of Sydney’s few 19th-century mansions still surrounded by its original gardens and wooded grounds. In 1915 Vaucluse House became AustraliaEnjoy Vaucluse House Tearooms for breakfast, lunch or high tea and soak up the relaxed ambience and picturesque grounds of Vaucluse House Estate. The Tearooms menu features the season's freshest ingredients, many of which are hand picked from the Estate's kitchen garden.
Café Enquiries and Reservations
Phone: 02 9388 8188, info@vauclusehousetearooms.com.au
Parks & Nature
Nielsen Park is one of Sydney’s favourite year-round recreation areas, where the park is right on the beach with the shark safety net.
It’s also one of the most picturesque places for a picnic. Relax on the sand or grass and enjoy your lunch beneath some shady fig trees. Stroll along the scenic foreshore walking tracks. Relax with a coffee at the Cafe, the kids can swim and build sandcastles before setting out to explore Bottle and Glass Point.
98 locals recommend
Nielsen Park
6 Steele Point RdNielsen Park is one of Sydney’s favourite year-round recreation areas, where the park is right on the beach with the shark safety net.
It’s also one of the most picturesque places for a picnic. Relax on the sand or grass and enjoy your lunch beneath some shady fig trees. Stroll along the scenic foreshore walking tracks. Relax with a coffee at the Cafe, the kids can swim and build sandcastles before setting out to explore Bottle and Glass Point.
Redleaf Pool, Now Known As Murray Rose Pool situated in the beautiful Double Bay precinct, Redleaf Beach is another of those idyllic Sydney harbourside beaches you just want to visit. There is a wrap-around pontoon which makes for a lovely walk and if you're feeling peckish, the cafe' provides delicious meals and fantastic views looking out to the Harbour Bridge.
44 locals recommend
Murray Rose Pool
536 New South Head RdRedleaf Pool, Now Known As Murray Rose Pool situated in the beautiful Double Bay precinct, Redleaf Beach is another of those idyllic Sydney harbourside beaches you just want to visit. There is a wrap-around pontoon which makes for a lovely walk and if you're feeling peckish, the cafe' provides delicious meals and fantastic views looking out to the Harbour Bridge.
Bondi Beach has a vast array of attractions. From chic coffee shops and restaurants to galleries, concerts and beachside yoga. Major festivals go hand in hand with a vibrant local community and one of the most renowned beaches in the world. Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk with Sculpture By The Sea each year in spring is a must. Festival of the Winds kite flying festival in September. And make sure you swim between the red and yellow flags only.
1453 locals recommend
Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach has a vast array of attractions. From chic coffee shops and restaurants to galleries, concerts and beachside yoga. Major festivals go hand in hand with a vibrant local community and one of the most renowned beaches in the world. Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk with Sculpture By The Sea each year in spring is a must. Festival of the Winds kite flying festival in September. And make sure you swim between the red and yellow flags only.
Everything Else
Double Bay is a stylish enclave packed with exclusive boutiques. Take your pick from top European designers, from Jimmy Choo and Prada to Bottega. Other big name labels can be found at Marni, Christensen Copenhagen, Jan Logan, Maria Finlay and Belinda's. Home to lush parks, tree-lined boulevards, grand residences and luxurious penthouses. Situated on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour, Double Bay’s waterside parks and beaches also offer spectacular water views. Located just 15 minutes from the city centre by ferry, Double Bay is an ideal destination for lunch with friends, a romantic dinner or a day out exploring all that the area has to offer.
108 locals recommend
Double Bay
Double Bay is a stylish enclave packed with exclusive boutiques. Take your pick from top European designers, from Jimmy Choo and Prada to Bottega. Other big name labels can be found at Marni, Christensen Copenhagen, Jan Logan, Maria Finlay and Belinda's. Home to lush parks, tree-lined boulevards, grand residences and luxurious penthouses. Situated on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour, Double Bay’s waterside parks and beaches also offer spectacular water views. Located just 15 minutes from the city centre by ferry, Double Bay is an ideal destination for lunch with friends, a romantic dinner or a day out exploring all that the area has to offer.
Drinks & Nightlife
Opulent pub with a breezy lounge, balcony and a beer garden, plus gourmet grub and live jazz.
130 locals recommend
The Golden Sheaf
429 New South Head RdOpulent pub with a breezy lounge, balcony and a beer garden, plus gourmet grub and live jazz.
Grounded on the sandy shoreline of one of Sydney’s most iconic harbour beaches, Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel is the perfect destination for those in pursuit of sun, fresh seafood platters, seasonal fare and icy cold refreshments, overlooking Sydney’s spectacular harbour. Great for Sunsets, fun on the Sunday afternoons.
193 locals recommend
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
1 Military RdGrounded on the sandy shoreline of one of Sydney’s most iconic harbour beaches, Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel is the perfect destination for those in pursuit of sun, fresh seafood platters, seasonal fare and icy cold refreshments, overlooking Sydney’s spectacular harbour. Great for Sunsets, fun on the Sunday afternoons.
Arts & Culture
Drop in to Woollahra Library at Double Bay and explore our collection or enjoy our spaces and WIFI.
19 locals recommend
Woollahra Library
451 New South Head RdDrop in to Woollahra Library at Double Bay and explore our collection or enjoy our spaces and WIFI.
One Space Community: Events that move you.
Live music, dance, whole foods, workshops & community events.
One Space
66 Bondi RdOne Space Community: Events that move you.
Live music, dance, whole foods, workshops & community events.
Entertainment & Activities
Set in a spectacular location overlooking Bondi Beach, this old style links course is the ideal setting for a unique and challenging golfing experience.
48 locals recommend
Bondi Golf and Diggers Club
5 Military RdSet in a spectacular location overlooking Bondi Beach, this old style links course is the ideal setting for a unique and challenging golfing experience.
Getting Around
Rose Bay Wharf station
Ferry to the City CBD and to Watsons Bay
Watsons Bay Wharf station
Ferry to the City, CBD