Things to Do in North Sydney: Harbour Views, Hidden Gardens and New Experiences
North Sydney is known for its offices and weekday rush, but there is plenty to do beyond the workday crowd. With harbour views, leafy green spaces, and new experiences inside Greenwood Plaza, the area has plenty to offer close to the city.
Book a Paint and Sip Session at Greenwood Plaza
Pinot & Picasso North Sydney offers paint and sip sessions inside Greenwood Plaza, with BYO, guided painted classes and specialty sessions such as textured art, paint your pet, and paint your partner.
No experience is needed, making it suited to date nights, group plans, team events, and celebrations.
Wander through Lavender Bay and Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Lavender Bay is a short trip from North Sydney with harbour views, leafy paths, and Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden set above the bay. The public garde sits on former railway land and has become one of the area's most recognisable green spaces. Before settling in for a picnic, stop by nearby Greenwood Plaza to pick-up a barista made coffee and sweet treat from Blue 36, or stock up on picnic essentials from Greenwood Grocer including fresh fruit, gourmet snacks, and drinks. It's an easy way to create your own harbour-side spread before enjoying one of North Sydney's most peaceful green spaces.
The garden was created by Wendy Whiteley after the death of artist Brett Whiteley, and today it winds through layered planting, hidden corners, and places to sit overlooking the harbour.
Visit Blues Point Reserve and Balls Head Reserve
Blues Point Reserve is one of the best-known lookout spots near North Sydney, with open views across Sydney Harbour, the city skyline and the Harbour Bridge. It also has picnic tables, seating, toilets, and a playground. For something more bushland-focused, Balls Head Reserve in nearby Waverton has walking tracks, picnic areas, BBQs and foreshore views. Pick-up all your outdoor picnic essentials at Romeo's IGA.
From new experiences inside Greenwood Plaza to harbour views, North Sydney has plenty to fill a few hours or shape a full day out.