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Newtown Bathhouse — Image credit: Nature's Energy

Spas and Retreats

Nature's Energy Newtown Bathhouse & Day Spa

Escape to Nature's Energy for a few hours of self-care or a whole day of relaxation and rejuvenation. Nature's Energy offers nourishing massage and beauty treatments, as well as immersive day spa packages, invigorating bathhouse experiences (with traditional sauna, steam room and hot spa), and spiritual reading and healing services. You will leave feeling rebalanced and re-energised, with a sense of physical and mental clarity.

Newtown NSW

0.0 km away

Elizabeth's Bookshop

Shopping and Markets

Elizabeth's Bookshop

A Newtown institution, the shelves are bursting with new and secondhand books covering Australian art, history and culture; biographies and memoirs; travel; law; philosophy; cooking and much more. Elizabeth’s Bookshops are one of Australia’s largest second-hand bookshop operations, with four shops on both sides of the Australian continent. For 50 years, Elizabeth’s have been major dealers in second-hand, out-of-print and discounted new books. Elizabeth’s is the home of the original Blind Date with a Book. Books are wrapped in brown paper with just a few clues written on the outside, so there’s no way you can judge a book by its cover. Vintage magazines and antiquarian books, including first editions are also available.

Newtown NSW

0.3 km away

Dendy Newtown

Entertainment Venues

Dendy Cinemas Newtown

Located in the heart of Newtown on cosmopolitan King Street, Dendy Newtown is Sydney's home for independent cinema. With stylish comfort and surroundings, the cinema shows the latest and best in quality arthouse and mainstream films, plus theatre and opera screenings, offering a world of experiences for all cinema goers.

Newtown NSW

0.3 km away

Shopfronts along King Street, Newtown — Image credit: Destination NSW

Shopping and Markets

King Street Newtown

For fashion with a funky and retro edge head to Newtown's King Street. It's a haven for one-off finds. All Buttons Great and Small is a haberdasher's dream while Yoshi Jones has fashionable men's and womenswear. Retrospec'd sells clothing inspired by 1940s and 1950s designer chic. Other must-stop shops are Leo Monk Handbags and Midnight Black for lingerie. Newtown is a booklover's paradise. Check out Berkelouw, Better Read Than Dead and Gould's Book Arcade where choosing a book feels like a treasure hunt.

Newtown NSW

0.3 km away

Babitha

Entertainment Venues

The Vanguard

Discover one of Sydney's most intimate live music gems at The Vanguard, perfectly positioned on King Street just minutes from Newtown Station. Revitalised in 2024, this 200-capacity venue offers an unmatched close-up experience with performers in Sydney's vibrant Inner West. The Vanguard combines exceptional sound quality through its premium d&b audiotechnik system with an atmosphere that's both sophisticated and welcoming. The venue's thoughtful design creates great sight lines whether you're enjoying dinner service during a seated show, watching from the banquette seating on the mezzanine or dancing at a standing event. Experience an impressive lineup spanning international touring acts, celebrated Australian talent, and tomorrow's stars across diverse genres—from soulful jazz and indie rock to pulsing electronic nights. On weekends, the venue transforms into one of Sydney's most coveted late-night spots, with curated DJ sessions running until 3am. What sets The Vanguard apart is the rare opportunity to experience world-class performances in a space where you're never more than a few steps from the stage. This combination of musical excellence and genuine intimacy creates memorable nights that simply can't be replicated in larger venues.

Newtown NSW

0.4 km away

The Real Deal - inside store

Shopping and Markets

The Real Deal

Welcome to Newtown, the beating heart of Sydney's cultural scene, where every corner bursts with creativity and diversity. Amidst the lively streets and vibrant laneways, you'll find a true gem: The Real Deal. This vintage and sneaker store isn't just about shopping—it's a destination, inviting visitors to experience the heartbeat of sustainable style. Newtown has become a hub for conscious fashion, with The Real Deal at the forefront. Here, vintage isn't just about what you wear—it's a philosophy. Step into this boutique and discover a carefully curated collection of timeless pieces, each chosen for its quality and cultural significance. With a keen eye for the extraordinary, they also specialise in rare and limited edition sneakers that are sure to turn heads. The shelves boast coveted kicks from iconic brands and collaborations. But The Real Deal is more than just a store; it's a community hub where like-minded individuals come together to celebrate their love for sustainable fashion. From pop-up events to collaborations with local artists, there's always something happening at this vibrant hotspot. Whether you're a seasoned vintage lover or just curious about Newtown's dynamic fashion scene, The Real Deal invites you to experience the magic of sustainable style and become part of the movement in this eclectic suburb.

Newtown NSW

0.4 km away

That Retro Piece — Image credit: That Retro Piece

Shopping and Markets

That Retro Piece

Located in Sydney's Inner West, in the eclectic suburb of Newtown, That Retro Piece specialises in curated vintage and design. All items are selected under the design aesthetic of the mid-century era, focusing on original pieces created and manufactured during this time. The selection includes decorative glass and ceramics, including vases, centrepieces, decanters and other specialty items. The team are specialists in what they do, offering a selection of often hard-to-find and rare pieces. Items are sourced both domestically and internationally, ensuring that only the best are showcased and available for purchase. Products included feature well-known and highly-collectable brands from around the world.

Newtown NSW

0.5 km away

Hats by Rosie Boylan — Image credit: Hats by Rosie Boylan

Shopping and Markets

Hats by Rosie Boylan

Rosie offers a ready-to-wear range of men’s and women’s casual contemporary headwear. Rosie also offers clients visiting her Newtown store a uniquely personal fitting and styling service and range of custom features in her ready-to-wear styles. Boasting over 30 remarkable years of hat-making, Rosie has perfected her extensive repertoire of millinery skills and her subtle understanding of what makes a good hat. Rosie’s philosophy of individuality is carried through in every detail. She shapes her hats using traditional wooden blocks from her vintage collection, works personally with traditional artisan weavers across the Pacific region to source authentic hat-making fibres and employs special artisan hand dying and distressing techniques to achieve unique colour effects. Collaborating with feature film Oscar-winning costume designers, Rosie has created iconic bespoke headwear for principals and featured characters in The Great Gatsby, Moulin Rouge, Australia, The Piano, and Peter Pan. Major bespoke stage credits include The King and I, Phantom of the Opera and Love Never Dies; for television The Secret River, A Place to Call Home and Banished; and bespoke fashion collaborations with Australian designers including sass and bide, RM Williams, Camilla Franks and Macgraw.

Newtown NSW

0.5 km away

X Club, Vivid, Carriageworks 2024

Entertainment Venues

Carriageworks

Carriageworks is one of Australia’s most renowned and significant contemporary multi-arts organisations. They support artists and producers to develop and present major new works in performance, visual arts and related artforms. Reflecting the diverse communities of urban Sydney, our artist-led program is ambitious, radical and always inclusive. Carriageworks Farmers Market is a Sydney institution, providing the freshest seasonal produce.

Eveleigh NSW

0.6 km away

Dr Charles Perkins Blue Plaque — Image credit: Heritage NSW

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Dr Charles Perkins Blue Plaque

Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known. This blue plaque commemorates Dr Charles Perkins who dedicated his life to civil rights for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and was the first Indigenous man to graduate from an Australian university.

Camperdown NSW

0.6 km away

PACT Centre for Emerging Artists — Image credit: Lucy Parakhina

Entertainment Venues

PACT Centre for Emerging Artists

PACT nurtures emerging performance makers through mentorships, residencies, talks, workshops, exhibitions and performances. Established in 1964, the art centre draws on its strong history and broad network of artists to create a vibrant and inclusive hub at its iconic Erskineville warehouse where adventurous artists, curious audiences and the local community gather. PACT is committed to making its projects and performances as inclusive as possible for everyone to enjoy. If you have any suggestions or would like any information in another format, contact the team.

Erskineville NSW

0.7 km away

Artsite Building — Image credit: Artsite

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Artsite Contemporary

Artsite Contemporary is committed to showcasing the finest in local and Australian artistic talent, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists. With a carefully curated approach to contemporary visual arts, Artsite is an independent Sydney gallery known for its dynamic program of solo and group exhibitions. These exhibitions take place throughout the year, culminating in the highly anticipated Collector's Choice exhibition, which features both gallery artists and invited contributors. The artists represented by Artsite are professionals in the Australian art scene, with works held in significant public, corporate, and private collections both in Australia and internationally. Our artists consistently feature in prestigious art prizes and are frequently selected as finalists for leading art awards across the country. For those interested in further exploration, Artsite offers an accessible browsing stockroom, featuring both the latest works and a curated back catalogue of exceptional pieces from our represented artists and associates. Located in the heart of Camperdown, Sydney, Artsite has been a cornerstone of Inner Sydney's vibrant art community since 1994.

Camperdown NSW

0.7 km away

Repressed Records

Shopping and Markets

Repressed Records

Though primarily a music store, Repressed Records also has a good collection of second hand books for sale. Browse through Penguin classics, lots of Agatha Christie and even vintage poetry. You can also find independent books on the Australian music scene and international music magazines. The store itself is best described as ‘organised chaos’ – take some time to check out the bargain bins of CDs, new vinyl records, wall of DVDs and experimental bands you’ve never heard of. The staff are experts too and can point you in the right direction. .

Newtown NSW

0.8 km away

James McCann at Kookaburra's Comdedy — Image credit: Kookaburra's Comedy

Entertainment Venues

Kookaburra's Comedy

Kookaburra's Comedy is run by comedians who know how to put on a killer lineup of Australia's funniest acts and rising stars. Known for the best comedy shows in Sydney, featuring names like James McCann, Anisa Nandaula, Tom Witcombe, Jenny Tian, Luke Heggie, Bron Lewis and Ben Kochan -- plus regular open mic nights to bring through the next wave. Whether you're after a premium date night or a cheap hang with your mates, there is a show for your night out.

Darlington NSW

0.8 km away

Route 66 — Image credit: Route 66

Shopping and Markets

Route 66

Forget fast fashion – Enmore prides itself on its vintage stores, including Route 66. Drop in here to classic vintage American clothing alongside quality denim and the store's own range of retro-inspired pieces. There are always so many surprises to be found in-store, whether one-off items of jewellery, eye-catching dresses and shoes, hats and sunglasses, shirts and shorts. And the best bit is, you will be the only person wearing them this season.

Newtown NSW

0.9 km away

The Wilde Merchant — Image credit: The Wilde Merchant

Shopping and Markets

The Wilde Merchant

The Wilde Merchant is the place to shop if your aesthetic is vintage military, Japanese denim and bomber jackets – just look for the iconic banana sign on south King Street. Consult the knowledgeable shop assistants as you browse racks lined with military gear, vintage sweatshirts, extensive outerwear and rare t-shirts.

Newtown NSW

0.9 km away

The Enmore

Entertainment Venues

The Enmore

Sydney's oldest and longest running live theatre, the heritage-listed Enmore has been a Newtown staple since 1908. Remodelled to fit the hip Art Deco movement back in the day, and still featuring the retro façade today, the 100-year-old theatre hosts bands, comedy acts and other performances from around the world.

Enmore NSW

0.9 km away

The entrance to the new Chau Chak Wing Musem

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney

Located in the heart of the University of Sydney, the Chau Chak Wing Museum was designed to bring the Nicholson, Macleay and Art collections under one roof to share with the broader community. The Nicholson Collection is the largest collection of antiquities in the Southern Hemisphere. The Macleay collection includes some of Australia's most significant natural history objects. The University Art Collection comprises more than 8,000 historical and contemporary works spanning millennia. Offering two thousand square metres of exhibition space over four levels, this public museum will allow three per cent of the collections to go on show at any given time, tripling previous exhibition space. The new museum also includes a temporary exhibition space. The museum is a partner at the 24th Biennale of Sydney, 'Ten Thousand Suns', a free exhibition which runs from 9 March to 10 June 2024. Some of the artists exhibiting include Arthur Bropho, Alma Cuttabut, Parnell Dempster, Phillip Jackson, Gregory Kelly and Edie Wallam. The museum will also be a valuable research and learning space for students and staff from across the university. Seven of the museum's opening exhibitions have already been announced. Entry to the museum will be free however, registration is essential. The museum sits at the main entrance to the university's Camperdown campus, on University Avenue, opposite the Quadrangle.

Camperdown NSW

1.1 km away

Seymour Centre exterior — Image credit: Seymour Centre

Entertainment Venues

Seymour Centre

Seymour Centre is the University of Sydney’s multi-venue performing arts centre. Their work champions new voices, questions the status quo and inspires wide-ranging audiences through the creative expression of big ideas. To achieve this, they commission, produce and present major performances within the annual curated Seymour Season, with a focus on showcasing leading Australian independent theatre companies. They drive youth engagement in the arts through our comprehensive Arts Education Program for primary and secondary schools. They enliven the artistic life of the city through presenting partnerships with major cultural events such as the Sydney Festival and Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. And they foster the next generation of artists and audiences through emerging artist initiatives and student performances.

Chippendale NSW

1.2 km away

The Cipher Room - Espionage — Image credit: The Cipher Room

Entertainment Venues

The Cipher Room

An immersive and bespoke vintage escape room in Sydney. As an indie company, they create all their own narratives, graphics, handmade props and bespoke puzzles. Located in Newtown and St Peters, they are unique in that they make every part of their games - concepts, narratives, all the puzzles (electronic/wooden/graphic/magnetic), sound design, lighting - themselves and are independently owned and run. As proud Newtown locals who want to celebrate and support their unique suburb, they source any props from local second-hand and vintage shops. They also use reclaimed and recycled materials wherever possible. They love immersive gaming environments, with tactile and authentic puzzles and themes. They have worked hard to create a fun and unique gaming experience that they would want to play.

Newtown NSW

1.3 km away

Nomad Bouldering — Image credit: Nomad Bouldering

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Nomad Bouldering

A large bouldering gym in Annandale, Nomad has 980sqm of innovative climbing walls, and an intricately set spray wall. There's a training gym with cutting-edge technology and innovative systems unlike some others: find Olympic bars, hangboards, ski-ergs and a three-cell rig. They also have an in-house physio to work out any aches and pains.

Annandale NSW

1.3 km away

Show at Tiliqua Tiliqua — Image credit: Tiliqua Tiliqua

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tiliqua Tiliqua

This combined art-making and artist run exhibition space is the permanent creative home of Felix Oppen and Kate Riley. They are more than happy to share the space, and their two presses (one etching press and one letterpress) with others. Drop in to catch one of the regularly changing exhibitions, and pick up works from some of Australia's most interesting up-and-coming creatives. Please check the opening times for the current exhibition on the website or on social media. At this time the gallery is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

Enmore NSW

1.4 km away

Phoenix Central Park from O'Connor St — Image credit: David Roche

Entertainment Venues

Phoenix Central Park

Phoenix Central Park is the singular vision of philanthropist Judith Neilson AM. A one-of-a-kind performance space in Sydney, Phoenix presents performances for the public with free tickets via a ballot system. Judith Neilson AM is an Australian philanthropist, best known for her world-leading collections of contemporary Chinese art housed at the White Rabbit Gallery.

Chippendale NSW

1.4 km away

Sydney Park — Image credit: Destination NSW

Parks and Gardens

Sydney Park

Sydney Park is made of 40 hectares of lush grass, landscaped gardens, rolling hills, meandering pathways and picturesque wetlands. Creeks flow throughout the park and attract all different types of birds. There are plenty of spacious viewing decks that are perfectly placed to make sure you can take it all in as long as you like. Sydney Park is popular for weekend picnics and it's very dog friendly. A large children's playground will probably have the grown-ups mesmerised just as much as the kids. The tactile, one-of-a-kind playground includes many different types of equipment that will keep children entertained for hours, as well as several elements that will stimulate their senses of touch, hearing and sight. Cafés, barbecue facilities near the children's bike track and near the wetlands, and public toilets are also available in the park.

St Peters NSW

1.4 km away

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