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SYD on My Mind
Sydney, Wollongong
The one where I remember our family holiday in Australia from December 2016.
Updated 3 years ago
One of our first stops in Sydney, this tramway depot-turned-lifestyle district is a hip destination for restaurants, cafés, and other local shops. We spent a bit of time here, trying out different spots for some coffee, a heavy lunch, and even dessert! I feel so full just remembering it. More on those below! 😅
- +61 2 8398 5695
1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia
Started the day in Tramsheds with a Flat White from Garçon. ☕️
- +61 415 868 550
Tenancy 4, Tramsheds, 1 Dalgal way, Forest Lodge, Australia
- http://garcon.com.au
My cousins decided to stuff our faces with Hot Wings and Tenders and a side of Old Bay Fries. Belles Blue Cheese is also bomb. I got their Iced Tea, too, because your girl needs her sugar! (📷 via Belles Hot Chicken/Instagram)
- +61 2 8355 7890
1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia
- https://www.belleshotchicken.com/tramsheds-restaurant
We ended our visit to Tramsheds with gelato. I think I chose a scoop of some coffee-flavored gelato on a cone, but I really don’t remember. I just remember loving it! Gelato Messina is one of my cousin’s girlfriend’s favorite “ice cream” spots, and we also loved it! (📷 via Gelato Messina/Instagram)
- +61 2 8574 0179
Tramsheds Harold Park, 03/1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge, Australia
- https://gelatomessina.com/
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I dub thee, the most Instagram-worthy place in Sydney! The Grounds is a magical garden of organic goodness with a café and roastery, restaurant, animal farm, florist, and many more packed inside. I enjoyed the freshest lemonade of my life here, and had a hefty lunch (again) at The Potting Shed. More on that below!
- +61 2 9699 2225
7A/2 Huntley Street, Alexandria, New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- http://www.thegrounds.com.au
- +61 2 9699 2225
41/43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
Open ’til late, I tried Harry’s for the first time when my college best friend Jewel and her husband Len took me for a chill night out. I got the Hot Dog De Wheels with chili con carne, mushy peas, garlic onions, chili & cheese sauce. I wasn’t a huge fan of the peas, but I still enjoyed it!
- +61 2 9357 3074
Corner Cowper Wharf Roadway and Dowling Street Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia
- https://www.harryscafedewheels.com.au/
- +61 1800 858 611
Shop 58, 455 George Street, Queen Victoria Building, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- +61 2 9221 0600
Level 6, Shop 6002, 188 Pitt Street, Westfield, Sydney, Australia
- https://www.chatthai.com.au/
I spent a whole afternoon here just wandering about with Jewel and my brother. At the time, a huge Tatsuo Miyajima exhibit was on that we had to pay extra to see. It was worth it, though!
- +61 2 9245 2400
140 George St, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
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My uncle is a huge nature buff, and knows a lot of really scenic spots in Sydney. Whenever we visit, we can always count on him to take us out of the city for an adventure—and the Kiama Blowhole was just one of them!
- +61 2 4232 3322
Blowhole Point Road, Kiama, New South Wales, Australia
- https://kiama.com.au/
What’s a visit to Sydney without going to Bondi Beach? Being a true blue tropical girl, I can’t stand cold water; thus, I’ve never tried actually swimming on this beach. (There’s also a lot of surfing, which I’m too chicken to try.) I do recommend, however, doing the Bondi Cliff Walk! It’s great exercise, and you can really explore the surrounding area even if you don’t swim. 🌊
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
In any city, this is one of the first stores I look for. This particular location is huge, carries most of the brands under Sephora. The bestsellers are always out of stock, though!
- +61 2 8880 9446
2043/188 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
A smaller location, but more available stocks!
- +61 2 8880 9446
2225 Waterloo Rd, Macquarie Park NSW 2113, Australia
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