Sydney's Hidden Gems

Escape the crowds at these secluded Sydney locations, ranging from heritage-listed architectural sites to quiet harbour shores. This collection features Wendy Whiteley's landscaped sanctuary in Lavender Bay and the Roman-style sunken gardens of Paddington Reservoir. For swimming, MacCallum Pool offers a sea water experience at Cremorne Point, while Milk Beach provides a small stretch of sand in Vaucluse. In The Rocks, Foundation Park preserves the 19th-century sandstone ruins of former terrace houses, offering a unique look into the city's colonial residential history.

Wendy Whiteley's Garden

A public garden in Lavender Bay created by Wendy Whiteley on former derelict railway land. It features winding paths, sculptures, and views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Paddington Reservoir Gardens

The Paddington Reservoir is a heritage-listed public park located at 255a Oxford Street in the inner eastern Sydney suburb of Paddington.

Milk Beach

A small, isolated beach at the base of Hermit Bay within Sydney Harbour National Park. It is located near the historic Strickland House and offers views of the city skyline.

MacCallum Pool (sea water)

A heritage 33-meter sea water pool on the western side of Cremorne Point. It features a restored timber deck and panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Foundation Park

Located in The Rocks, this park preserves the sandstone foundations of eight terrace houses built in the 1870s. It features oversized steel furniture sculptures that trace the original floor plans.