Timeline
19:39
Arrive at the Brett Whiteley Studio. Walk down the back lanes from Devonshire Street to find the entrance. Spend thirty minutes inside, looking at the tribute to one of Australia's most gifted artists before the light changes.
20:09
Walk out into the Royal Botanic Gardens. The gardens back onto the historic Sydney Hos, offering a direct line of sight for the sunset. Watch the sun dip toward the WSW as the golden light fades.
20:54
Head to Jazushi for dinner. It is an eight minute walk from the studio area. Order Japanese and European food and sit in the open air bar section. The venue is open until 00:00 on weekends, so you will have no trouble finding a seat after sunset.
21:39
End the evening at Palms. This small gay bar is a sixteen minute walk away. The underground dancing area plays music from the 1970s to today. Expect a friendly, unpretentious crowd. Note that queues can form on Saturdays.
Local tip
The studio is managed by the Art Gallery of New South Wales and opens Th-Su 10:00-16:00. If you are visiting on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, check the route to see if the studio is closed or if you need to adjust the timing to arrive later for the golden light at the gardens instead.
Check before you go
- The Brett Whiteley Studio is open Thursday to Sunday, 10:00-16:00.
- Jazushi is open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12:00-14:30 and 17:00-00:00.
- Palms does not list specific opening hours, so check local listings for the current night.
Worth knowing
- Jazushi is open at 20:54 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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