Sydney's Best Spots for Enjoying the Spring Sun

Smell ya later, winter.

Concrete Playground
Published on August 21, 2015

Winter is officially stepping out, and it's time to remind ourselves what coastlines, rooftop bars and grassy picnic knolls look like. We'll be throwing our arms open to the sun at every possible moment, from breakfast to lunch to drinks to shenanigans.

The below spots are our favourites for a surefire hit of spring sun.

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News
The Best Coastal Walks in Sydney to Try This Summer

Summer is here, so isn't it about time you got off of the couch and onto the coast? These blissful seaside strolls deliver stunning ocean views, native flora and fauna, and even the occasional beachside cafe.

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Event
Barangaroo Reserve Welcome Celebration

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 22 Nov 2015
Barangaroo Reserve, Barangaroo

Welcome Sydney's new $250 million park with a giant picnic, foreshore party and the traditional customs of the Gadigal people.

Book Now

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News
The Ten Best Picnic Spots in Sydney - OLD

Load up the basket, pack the esky and park yourself.

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News
The Most Idyllic Swimming Holes to Visit Around Sydney This Summer

Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.

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Event
MCA and Lululemon Spring Yoga Series

Thu, 15 Oct, 2015
Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, The Rocks

Find your zen while looking out over the harbour.

Book Now

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Event
Night Noodle Markets 2015

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct 2015
Hyde Park, Sydney

It just wouldn't be Sydney Good Food Month without these markets.

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News
The Greens in North Sydney Is Hosting Early Morning Yoga Sessions

Find your centre and then reward yourself with breakfast.

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Bar
North Bondi Fish

120 Ramsgate Avenue, North Bondi

North Bondi Italian's old home takes on a casual vibe and a fresh, coast-inspired menu.

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Bar
Henson Park Hotel

91 Illawarra Road, Marrickville

Marrickville's beloved home of rugby league and beer garden bevs.

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Bar
The Courthouse Hotel

202 Australia Street, Newtown

The unpretentious, grungy gem of Newtown with one of the finest outdoor courtyards in Sydney.

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Cafe
The Grounds of Alexandria

Building 7A, 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria

The Grounds is innovative, idealist and a little bit chic — in the best possible way.

Book a Table

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Cafe
Porch - CLOSED

102 Brighton Boulevard, North Bondi

Bondi's home of the Breaky Bowl has queues out the door on weekends (even in winter).

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Restaurant
Chiosco by Ormeggio

The Jetty, D'Albora Marina, The Spit, Upper Spit Road, Mosman

First-rate Italian food on a jetty. What moor could you want?

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Bar
Coogee Pavilion Rooftop

169 Dolphin St, Coogee

Life's a beach at the imaginative Coogee Pavilion's beachfront rooftop bar.

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News
Concrete Playground's Guide to Sydney's Islands

Grab the wine cooler, pack a picnic and go island hopping in your own city.

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Opera Bar

Lower Concourse, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney

A must-do with out-of-towners or when you're seeing a gig at the Opera House.

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The Butler

123 Victoria St, Potts Point

This expansive Potts Point terrace restaurant and bar boasts panoramic views of Sydney's skyline.

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Gazebo

2 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay

The transformation is a success, the food is excellent and the service is genuinely friendly and knowledgeable.

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The Bucket List - CLOSED

Shop 1, Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi

Bondi Beach's favourite watering hole doesn't go into hibernation for the winter.

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