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Sunset

Golden Hour at Walsh Bay

Start with a drink in the historic Rocks, catch the sunset over the harbour from the theatre precinct, and finish with a late meal.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 18:39

    Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

    Grab a pint at the Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel. It is one of Sydney's oldest pubs, established in 1842 in a sandstone building. It is far enough from the main tourist crush to feel authentic but close enough to walk easily.

  2. 19:24

    The Wharf Theatre

    Walk up to The Wharf Theatre. This renovated finger wharf has a bar and restaurant that are open during the show and at intermission. You can use this time to settle in and find a spot with a view.

  3. 20:09

    Roslyn Packer Theatre

    Head to the Roslyn Packer Theatre. The sun sets toward the WSW at this time of year. The theatre sits opposite Pier 6/7 on Walsh Bay, offering a clear view of the sunset over the harbour.

  4. 20:39

    Muum Maam

    End the evening with dinner at Muum Maam. This upmarket Thai street food spot serves inventive dishes like Moreton Bay bugs betel leaf wraps. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays.

Local tip

Booking for the restaurant at The Wharf Theatre is a good idea if you plan to stay there. Muum Maam is open Mo-Fr until 22:00 and Sa until 22:00, so check the day of the week you are visiting.

Check before you go

  • Muum Maam is open Mo-Fr 11:30-15:00, 17:30-22:00; Sa 12:00-15:30, 17:30-22:00; Su 12:00-15:30, 17:30-21:00.
  • The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel has no listed hours but is a popular local pub.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sydney (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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