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Descendance

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Descendance

Descendance preserves and promotes Aboriginal culture. They represent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performers from many diverse tribes. Descendance has both traditional and contemporary performances. Descendance creates employment opportunities and develops careers in music, dance and song. Descendance has shows running nationally and internationally all year round and travels to your venue. The Descendance contemporary section encourages cultural exchanges and works closely with other traditional art forms including Flamenco, Indian, Asian, Native American, Middle Eastern, Gypsy, Classical and African. Descendance was born from the mighty Ngaru Aboriginal Dance Company which was Sydney's first independent traditional indigenous troupe.

Sydney NSW

0.1 km away

City Recital Hall

Landmarks and Buildings

City Recital Hall

Tucked into Angel Place in the heart of Sydney's CBD, City Recital Hall is a must-stop for music lovers. This purpose-built venue is renowned for its world-class acoustics, making it one of Australia's most exceptional live performance spaces. Its curated program spans contemporary music from jazz, rock, and indie, to cabaret, electronic, dance and world music, alongside Australia's premiere classical music presenters including Australian Chamber Orchestra, Musica Viva Australia, Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, Pinchgut Opera and Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Step outside to discover Forgotten Songs, a striking installation of suspended birdcages that plays the calls of 50 species once heard in central Sydney. As day turns to night, the soundscape shifts, creating a unique sensory experience in the laneway. Whether you're catching a show or simply exploring the city, the Hall is a cultural highlight, surrounded by some of Sydney's best bars and restaurants - perfect for a pre-show drink or post-show meal.

Sydney NSW

0.2 km away

Hyde Park Barracks

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Hyde Park Barracks

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hyde Park Barracks is a must-visit destination for all ages. A site of exceptional significance, this fascinating building holds the key to understanding Australia's convict foundations and its impact on Aboriginal Australia, and early contribution to immigration and institutional care. Today, the barracks provide an extraordinary new way to experience history. Years in the making, this is history, but not as you know it. Layered with cutting-edge innovation throughout, the museum redefines the heritage experience, bringing Sydney's past to life more authentically than ever before. Led by groundbreaking audio technology, you'll follow in the footsteps of real people touched by this place. Stand where they stood. Listen to their stories. With immersive installations, this is not simply a walk through history. It's living it. It's also the chance to discover one of Australia's most important archaeological collections. Displaying over 4,000 original artefacts, the barracks is a direct link to items worn, touched and treasured by past residents – including an intact convict shirt and leather shoe. A rare opportunity to get up close and personal with Australia's past.

Sydney NSW

0.3 km away

Elysia Wellness Retreat Day Spa

Spas and Retreats

Elysia Wellness Retreat Day Spa

Relax and Refocus in Elysia Wellness Retreat Day Spa. A haven of relaxation, beauty and healing, the Day Spa at Elysia offers over 50 therapies and treatments, which are designed to nourish your body, mind and spirit. To make the most of your time with them, the relaxation lounge with a complimentary spa and steam room is the perfect place to start. In keeping with their holistic and natural approach to beauty, their carefully selected practitioner-only products will leave your skin feeling and smelling divine. Their purpose is to take care of you and deliver unique and unforgettable experiences.

Sydney NSW

0.3 km away

Qantas House

Landmarks and Buildings

Qantas House

Standing on the corner of Hunter and Elizabeth Street is the imposing Qantas House building. The much-loved city landmark is an architectural icon of its time. Designed for Qantas Empire Airways by Felix Tavener of Rudder Littlemore & Rudder Architects in 1957, it was entirely constructed using locally sourced materials, a visible symbol of Australian enterprise. Historically significant as the first world headquarters for Qantas which at the time was Government-owned and Australia's only international airline. A quintessential Sydney building that represents a brave future and a strong sense of history and of place.

Sydney NSW

0.4 km away

Commonwealth Bank

Landmarks and Buildings

Commonwealth Bank (Government Savings Bank of NSW)

This imposing Beaux-Arts neoclassical bank designed by Ross & Rowe was originally the headquarters of the Government Savings Bank of NSW. Construction began in 1925 and the building opened in 1928. The Wunderlich firm was responsible for much of the exterior and interior decoration, and when it opened it was claimed to be the world's largest banking chamber. The Wunderlich company was one of Australia's most significant building companies.

Sydney NSW

0.4 km away

Governor Phillip and Macquarie Towers

Landmarks and Buildings

Governor Phillip and Macquarie Towers

One Farrer Place is arguably Australia’s finest premium grade office complex, comprising the landmark Governor Phillip Tower and Governor Macquarie Tower. With over 80,000 square metres of office space, One Farrer Place is the ideal corporate location with its unmatched position in the heart of Sydney’s financial district, unparalleled harbour views, a rich history and sophisticated design.

Sydney NSW

0.4 km away

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Sydney

Spas and Retreats

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Sydney

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Sydney draws inspiration from ancient Asian healing and wellness philosophies to create a place of personal peace, enchantment and well-being. The serene spa has six luxurious suites with vast private changing areas and aroma steam showers; three with deep infinity-edge baths for relaxing soaks and twin beds for couples treatments. A sanctuary in the heart of the hotel, Chi, The Spa offers more than 20 specialised treatments from rejuvenating massages and nourishing facials through to wellness retreats and pampering experiences. Chi’s Health Club has a fully equipped gymnasium, heated indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa, dry and infrared sauna.

The Rocks NSW

0.4 km away

Altmann and Cherny Opal Specialists — Image credit: Altmann and Cherny Opal Specialists

Shopping and Markets

Altmann and Cherny Opal Specialists

Altmann and Cherny are an Australian-owned family jewellery business. They have earned a reputation that extends to international recognition and respect as leading opal specialists. Visitors to the Sydney showroom receive a hands-on opal experience from the staff who are renowned for their caring, attentive and informative service. Their emphasis is education, not a hard sell.

Sydney NSW

0.4 km away

MLC Centre — Image credit: MLC Centre

Landmarks and Buildings

25 Martin Place

25 Martin Place (formerly the MLC Centre) is an iconic architectural masterpiece created by visionary architect, Harry Seidler and gifted to Sydney in 1978. Today, lovers of leading international and Australian fashion brands still know where to head for the best range of designer labels in Sydney. If you can pull yourself away from the sumptuous fabrics and wonderful designs, you´ll discover the perfect café for a coffee with friends, alfresco dining for a leisurely lunch and bars where you can soak up the city atmosphere over a cocktail. Or if you´re in a rush there is a range of eateries in the food court. You'll also discover a range of jewellery, giftware, beauty products and everyday services. More than an exclusive fashion destination, 25 Martin Place is your complete city shopping experience. This landmark piece of architecture is something to behold. One of Harry Seidler's definitive works, its modernist curves are a feature on the Sydney Skyline.

Sydney NSW

0.4 km away

Title Barangaroo

Shopping and Markets

Title Barangaroo

The Sydney flagship of Australia’s largest independent retailer of books, music and film is inside a striking glass-walled building in a laneway of Barangaroo. Find everything from classics like Dickens and Tolstoy to the latest page-turner, glossy coffee table books covering fashion and architecture, and plenty of niche art titles. The extensive music selection spans multiple generations with many classic works on vinyl, and you can even pick up a new turntable or record player.

Barangaroo NSW

0.4 km away

Theatre Royal Sydney — Image credit: Theatre Royal Sydney

Entertainment Venues

Theatre Royal Sydney

Set in the heart of Sydney's CBD, Theatre Royal Sydney is one of Australia's most loved cultural institutions and architectural masterpieces, which was designed by Harry Seidler. Reopening in December 2021 after an extensive refurbishment, Theatre Royal Sydney has been transformed to house world-class productions from Australia and around the world from major musicals, plays, ballet and live music. Connecting people through creative and innovative experiences both onstage and in the foyers. Operated by leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment, Theatre Royal Sydney is collaborating with unrivalled producers and promoters across the industry networks worldwide to establish a diverse programme of first-class theatre productions.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Andrew McDonald Shoemaker — Image credit: Andrew McDonald Shoemaker

Shopping and Markets

Andrew McDonald Shoemaker

A. McDonald shoemakers make ready to wear and custom footwear, bags and accessories. Their team of skilled craftsmen, located in The Strand Arcade Sydney, make shoes for design-aware individuals who appreciate sustainably made, unique, handcrafted products that transcend the vicissitudes of time. The A.McDonald collection is inspired by the dynamic, evolving relationship found between a craftsman’s product and the owner. The shoe characterises you the more you wear it.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

The Strand Arcade inside view of the atrium — Image credit: Vicinity Centres

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

The Strand Arcade

Established in 1891, the Strand Arcade is a premium retail destination located in the heart of Sydney's CBD between Pitt Street Mall and George Street. It is an important heritage landmark within Sydney and the only Victorian shopping arcade remaining in its original form today. The Strand Arcade remains a majestic beauty in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city, bringing together a curation of designers and makers for shoppers with an eye for detail. Sydney's home of craftsmanship and Australian designers, the Strand Arcade features more than 65 specialty stores including well-known designer labels, jewellers, cafes and unique gift shops. Some of the retailers are well known Sydney institutions, with many having traded in the Arcade for decades, including The Nut Shop, Strand Hatters, Raphael Jewellers and Victoria & Albert Antiques.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Audrey Fine Art team — Image credit: Audrey Fine Art

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Audrey Fine Art

The Audrey Fine Art Gallery is a premier destination for those who seek to engage with a thoughtfully curated collection of extraordinary artworks. Located in the heart of Sydney, we showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions, from the profound heritage of Indigenous art to the boldness of abstract pieces, from the timeless beauty of paintings to the captivating detail of sculptures. Their gallery is a celebration of creativity, offering a carefully selected mix of artworks that speak to both seasoned collectors and those just beginning their journey into the art world.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Cartmer & Co Strand Arcade Boutique — Image credit: www.cartmer.com

Shopping and Markets

Cartmer & Co – The Strand Arcade Sydney

Cartmer & Co is a boutique studio in Sydney's Strand Arcade, specialising in custom engagement rings, lab-grown and GIA-certified diamonds, jewellery remodelling, and expert repairs. Their services include rhodium plating, resizing, polishing, and bespoke designs, all crafted in-house with exceptional attention to detail. Whether you're creating a new piece or restoring a treasured heirloom, their team offers personalised consultations and expert craftsmanship to bring your vision to life. Book your appointment online or contact Cartmer & Co today to start your custom design or repair.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

The Dymocks Building Foyer — Image credit: The Dymocks Building

Shopping and Markets

The Dymocks Building

The Dymocks Building is the premium shopping destination for Sydney CBD, home to over 120 specialty retail stores and businesses under the roof of one of the city's most stunning heritage buildings. Since 1922, 'The Dymocks Building' has been home to the unexpected and unique. Today is no different, offering its visitors over 120 stores and businesses specialising in fashion, weddings, jewellery, health and wellbeing and personal and professional services. The iconic Dymocks Building hides in plain sight on one of Sydney's busiest streets. Next door to the well-known Dymock's Book Store, the heritage-listed building's foyer opens out onto George St, Sydney CBD. The modest ground-floor foyer leads shoppers to an elevator providing access to 10 levels of specialty stores and businesses Visit us today to enjoy a quality shopping experience while seeking that unique gift, item or service in the many specialty businesses located in a Sydney heritage building on George Street - The Dymocks Building!

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Photo © James Horan for Museums of History NSW — Image credit: Photo © James Horan for Museums of History NSW

Galleries, Museums and Collections

School Holiday Activities - Museums of History NSW

Explore Museums of History NSW sites these school holidays with creative workshops at Vaucluse House, Rouse Hill Estate and Elizabeth Farm. Plus enjoy free family friendly drop-in activities throughout the school holidays. You can also enjoy free drop-in activities across their museums including Hyde Park Barracks, the Museum of Sydney, Elizabeth Farm, Vaucluse House and the Justice and Police Museum. Visit the website for more information.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Quiz Room Group Fun — Image credit: Quiz Room

Amusement and Theme Parks

Quiz Room Sydney

The new buzz in town! Hit the buzzer on a real-life game show that's better than TV! Australia's first immersive trivia-style quiz where anyone can win - it's not just what you know, it's how you play the game. Gather your wits and your team and step on set with all the lights, music and action you see on TV. Anything can happen until the last second! Be prepared for crazy fun, a few surprises and plenty of laughs. With games for all ages from 8 plus, choose from two excing trivia concepts - the Quiz or the Music Quiz. The Quiz – our original one-of-a-kind trivia game packed with a wide range of themes, rules that change every round and a variety of trump cards and traps you can set The Music Quiz – do you prefer music trivia? Wait until you try the Music Quiz! If you can name that tune, if you can hit that note, just burst into song and get buzzing. Quiz Room Kids – an adapted version of our original quiz for kids aged 8 to 12. They have three Quiz Rooms with six podiums each. At each podium, you can play solo or as a team of two or three – up to 18 people per Quiz Room and 54 in total!

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Museum of Sydney

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Museum of Sydney

A modern museum built over and around the remains of Australia's first Government House, the Museum of Sydney celebrates the people and events that have shaped the character and soul of this city. In 1788, Governor Phillip chose this site for his official residence. It quickly became the centre of the colony's administrative and social life, and an important focus of the first contact between the Gadigal people and the colonisers. The physical remains of the colony's first government house and archaeological relics from the colony's first year of existence can be glimpsed through glass openings in the museum forecourt and foyer. This is the oldest evidence of its kind in Australia. On the Museum forecourt, there is also Edge of the Trees, a site-specific installation created by artists Fiona Foley and Janet Laurence. This award-winning public art installation evokes the cultural and physical history of the site, before and after 1788: a pivotal turning point in Australian history when contact and invasion/colonisation took place. Today, through a diverse and changing program of exhibitions and events, this museum interprets the history of this symbolic place and tells the city's story. Explore the museum's creative activity space! It's the perfect spot for children, and families to join in hands-on activities, workshops, and self-guided experiences inspired by our current exhibitions and displays.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness

Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness arrives in Sydney for the first time—after captivating 58 million visitors over 175 cities. Explore real human specimens, interactive features like the Anatomical Mirror, and discover how joy transforms the body. A powerful, inspiring journey through anatomy, emotion, and health that will change how you see yourself—inside and out. Get your tickets today for Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness!

The Rocks NSW

0.5 km away

King Street Wharf Darling Harbour — Image credit: Greg Collins

Entertainment Venues

King Street Wharf Darling Harbour

Experience waterfront dining, and an array of family-friendly entertainment venues - just a five-minute walk from the Sydney CBD. With the buzz of King Street Wharf, the stunning waterfront views over Darling Harbour, and a choice of cafés, bars and restaurants open late every night, King Street Wharf in Darling Harbour is ready to celebrate with you.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Alice in Puzzleland — Image credit: Escape Hunt

Entertainment Venues

Escape Hunt Sydney

Sydney's most exciting escape room experience. The pressure’s on, the clock’s ticking, the adrenaline’s pumping. Escape Hunt isn’t something you watch, it’s something you experience from the heart of the action. After the buzz of Escape Hunt, other entertainment just feels flat. Step into a new world and play one of their brilliantly-themed escape games. Once the door slams shut, work together to solve a series of fiendishly clever clues. You and your team of two to five players (ages seven and above) have just one hour of pulse-racing excitement to win your freedom. You can then celebrate your escape in their fully licensed lounge and enjoy a complimentary photo shoot. Incredible fun for families, friends, school groups and corporate team building. With challenges for sleuths of all ages and backgrounds, Escape Hunt is designed to suit anyone with a penchant for puzzles and a sense of fun. If you get stuck, you can call on a game master for help, and if you have a bigger group, you can reserve two identical rooms to see who can solve the mystery first.

Sydney NSW

0.5 km away

Customs House

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Customs House

Customs House is built on the land of the traditional Indigenous owners, the Eora people, and is the site of the First Fleet landing. It is one of the most significant buildings in the history of European settlement in Australia. The historically and architecturally significant building has undergone a complete refurbishment and is home to a collection of unique exhibits. Customs Square, at the entrance to Customs House, is a piece of Australian history. Paving in the square depicts the original tidal zone as it was at the time of the First Fleet landing. The major refurbishment has transformed all five floors of one of Sydney's finest colonial buildings into a dynamic public facility and meeting space. It includes Customs House Library, housing a collection of over 400,000 items. Visitors to the library can experience a combination of both contemporary and traditional library spaces spanning over three floors. Café Sydney, on the rooftop of Customs House, is Sydney's quintessential "room with a view" where you can enjoy fine dining, either indoors or on the terrace. Admire Circular Quay and the sparkling harbour with impressive views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Circular Quay NSW

0.5 km away

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