Nicky Zimmermann Shares Her Guide to Sydney

o Walk — The Hermitage Foreshore walk is a gorgeous, easy track with views out to Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. The Bondi to Coogee walk along the coastline is another must-do while you’re in town.

o Boat — Sydney Harbour is really the centerpiece of the city. It also offers a great vantage point, so seeing it by boat is the best way. There are incredible bays and nooks for anchoring and swimming.

STAY

o Capella Sydney — An incredible luxury hotel in a historic building. Their spa feels like stepping into a world-class retreat.

o Ace Hotel Sydney — A boutique hotel with lively atmosphere. The lobby bar is a convenient meeting place for drinks and often has local DJs on the weekends, while Kiln on the rooftop is a beautifully designed restaurant with a menu curated by chef Mitch Orr.

o Paramount House Hotel — Another boutique property in Surry Hills, Paramount House Hotel has a community feel, with local artist collaborations in the reception area, a newly opened pilates studio on the rooftop, and a Golden Age-era cinema and bar right next door.

EAT

o Icebergs Dining Room and Bar — Icebergs is an unparalleled spot that looks right over Bondi Beach. A nice place for both dinner or drinks in their bar. The Tiramisu is divine!

o Margaret — A restaurant by beloved chef Neil Perry, Margaret is home to some of Sydney’s best seafood and always has a good energy.

o Bert’s Bar & Brasserie — When I’m in the Northern Beaches or for special occasions, Bert’s is always warm and welcoming, with a delicious menu and oysters.

SHOP

o Ariel Books — Ariel stocks an impressive selection of Australian authors, coffee table books, and emerging magazines.

o William Street — A community street in Paddington with an eclectic mix of vintage and emerging designers, homewares, jewelry, flowers, and small businesses.

o Mitchell Road Antique & Design Centre — A warehouse rife with one-of-a-kind vintage homewares. You can spend hours exploring here.

EXPERIENCE

o Art Gallery of New South Wales — A cultural hub that’s home to Australia’s annual Archibald Prize. Plus, they’ve just opened up a fantastic new modern wing.

o Sydney Opera House — There’s always something to see at the Sydney Opera House, from writer’s festivals to the Australian Ballet, they run year-round cultural programming. Watching artists perform in the Joan Sutherland Theatre always feels like an intimate experience.

o Ocean Pools — So much of the magic and beauty of the city is on our coastline and harbour; ocean pools like Watsons Bay Baths and Wylie’s in Coogee are wonderful places to experience it in its full glory.