Best Spas in New South Wales

"Foodies, hold on to your chopsticks: the Darling’s dining options will blow you away. Try Sokyo, serving a blend of Sydney and Tokyo cuisine (it’s in the name) with a sophisticated menu designed by ex-Nobu chef Chase Kojima. Slope upstairs afterwards to luxury rooms featuring 1,000-spring king-size beds, bespoke art works, marble bathrooms and rain showers."

"A luxurious, contemporary hotel, The Darling in Pyrmont turns heads with its lavish lobby, decorated with sculptural lighting and vibrant floral rugs by Australian fashion designer Akira Isogawa."

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"Not only does The Langham Sydney have one of the best hotel pools in Australia, but their two-level underground day day – simply titled The Day Spa by Chuan – ain’t so bad either. Consider it to the ultimate luxury wellness sanctuary, tethered to the idea that just the right amount of excess, paired with top-quality products, can have a massive effect on spa treatments. Whether you’re choosing the Champagne pear massage or the heated volcanic stones treatment, there’s plenty of reasons why The Day Spa is a sure-thing when looking for the ultimate male day spas in Sydney."

"The serene underground spa focuses on providing a holistic and thorough experience. They have a stunning 20-metre swimming pool complete with columns, a star-dappled ceiling and comfortable poolside lounges, so you can forget about the outside world for a while. The Day Spa also offers a ‘build your own’ spa treatment selection."

"Services provided:Facial treatments, massages, mani-pedis, build your own spa packages, spa socialising, and more. Price range:$AUD 115 - $AUD 760. Check out the Day Spa by Chuan here."

"With great emphasis on a dark, calming atmosphere, The Darling Spa – buried beneath The Star’s high-end hotel – is a no-brainer for those looking for Sydney’s best men’s spa treatments. And the menu is packed with variety too, from hot rocks massages to a $240 marri marli facial and back treatment formulated especially for men. Many of the treatments here are defined by Li’tya indigenous spa rituals, worked up in collaboration with indigenous elders using pure Australian botanicals, extracts, and essences."

"The name says it all: this is the darling of Sydney’s spa-land, and with good reason: The Spa takes up an entire floor of The Darling, and like the rest of the hotel it’s uber- uber-stylish. The dim lights, plush couches and sleek, dark timber furnishings create a space intimate and luxe enough to feel like you’ve climbed into honeycomb-infused chocolate – and it’s at least as delicious inside. The Spa at The Darling"

"At the top of their game, The Darling Spa is a must for the passionate hedonist. One of our go-to's for the best day spa in Sydney, you may have a hard time deciding which treatment to indulge in, but the Moroccan Hammam chamber or an invigorating session on the Kinesis wall is hard to go past. Couples are also catered for in their luxurious suites, and they're currently only open on weekends."

"The Four Seasons name promises a particular kind of experience, dah-ling – marble bench tops and opulent gold trimmings, for starters, although all the classic Four Seasons ingredients can be expected here. Indeed, the menu itself is something of an achievement with a lengthy list of facials, body treatments and massages, Dermalogica products, and local and international treatment techniques. Don’t miss out on the pièce de résistance: the ‘be-all-end-all’ package."

"With all encompassing spa packages and heavenly massages (of the relaxation, remedial or hot stone varieties) you’re in good hands for a well-deserved time-out. A range of facials, organic sugar body scrubs, microdermabrasion and beauty treatments are also available. And six treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and gymnasium are all part of the experience."

"QT Sydney puts a whole lot of emphasis on wellness, perhaps even more so than any other luxury hotel in Sydney. In addition to in-room guided meditations, they’ve got both one of the best barber shops in Sydney, right next to one of the city’s best day spas. That’s a whole lot of one-stop-shop right there for those who want to truly unwind after a long week."

"You shouldn’t be surprised that one of the most expensive suburbs in Australia also hosts an incredibly lavish day spa, frequented by anyone seeking a few hours of elevated tranquillity. It’s also one of the only luxury day spas with a restaurant, The Botanica, attached just in case you want to stay a little longer and munch on some health-conscious, farm-to-table produce. Treatment rooms at Sol Spa Vaucluse feel more like generously sized, undisturbed cocoons, equipped with steam showers so you can wash off all those scrubs after one of the many multi-hour treatments on offer."

"Services provided:Facial treatments, massages, spa packages, and more. Price range:Available upon request. Check out Babylon Spa & Massage Parlour here."

"The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre is part of Sydney Harbour YHA in The Rocks heritage precinct of Sydney. The centre facilitates hands-on archaeology educational experiences and opens the archaeological site to the public. Opening Times: The Big Dig welcomes the general public to visit the site during daylight hoursTicket Prices: varied depending on programAddress: 110 Cumberland St, Sydney NSWWebsite:thebigdig.com.au"

"The Big Dig Cumberland Street Archaeological Site is a heritage-listed archaeological site in The Rocks. The centre is part of Sydney Harbour YHA,, and while it is no longer an “active” excavation site, it does facilitate hands-on archaeology educational experiences and opens the archaeological site to the public. The general public are welcome to visit the Big Dig site during daylight hours."

"You’ll see a great mix of architecture as well as Sydney’s Oldest pub, the Big Dig Archaeological Site underneath the YHA hostel, Suez Lane which was once run by gangs and 4 houses preserved from different decades at Susannah Place. Head to The Rocks Square for plenty of dining options or the famous Rocks Markets on Saturdays for some independent stalls and delicious food."

"Built in the 1850s, Sydney’s copper-domed, Italianate sandstone observatory squats atop Observatory Hill, overlooking the harbour. Inside is a collection of vintage apparatus, including Australia’s oldest working telescope (1874), as well as background on Australian astronomy and transits of Venus. Also on offer (weekends and school holidays) are child-focused tours (adult/child $10/8), including a solar telescope viewing and planetarium show. Bookings are essential for night-time stargazing sessions, which come in family-oriented (adult/child $22/17) and adult (adult/child $27/20) versions."

"Sydney Observatory was built in 1858 on a hill above The Rocks and was used for decades for research into astronomy and weather conditions. It was also crucial for navigation, meteorology and timekeeping. The observatory is still an important scientific site but is used mainly as a museum these days."

"The Sydney Observatory is an iconic part of the city’s skyline, and one of the most popular attractions close to the city. The Observatory is located within a beautiful sandstone building right in the middle of..."

"Here is THE place to celebrate all things American, especially the good old fashioned rock ‘n’ roll side. Not only will you be treated to a wonderful mix of US dishes and drinks, but they boast a wonderful view of bustling Darling Harbour. They’ve even got a Rock Shop for you to shop in after your hearty meal."

"Few barbecue restaurants in Sydney have got the Southern experience down like Surly’s does. Their workhorse Ole Hickory pit smoker—a classic commercial grill hailing from Missouri—pumps out a steady stream of some of the most authentic American BBQ soul food in Sydney Friday to Sunday. While the beer list presents plenty of local options to accompany your barbecue supper, there’s also a definite nod to American dive bar classics like Pabst Blue Ribbon, Coors, and Budweiser."

"But fear not meat eaters, Bridge Street Garage has meat slapped all over their American-style menu from reuben sandwiches all the way to fried chicken buckets. Must try: Bridge street makes a mean pulled pork burger."

"You’ll need some time just to take it all in at the bustling atmosphere at Paddy’s Market on the bottom floor of Market City. Visitors can find almost anything at Sydney’s biggest market. Whether you’re looking to pick up some snacks, souvenirs from your visit to Australia, or a brand new toy for the kids, you’re sure to find it at Paddy’s Market."

"A quirky flea market, Paddy’s Market is the best place for some cheap clothes, souvenirs, and antiques. The market also has a food section which has excellent fresh produce of fruits and vegetables, and also meat and seafood!. It is popular amongst tourists because of its fun vibe and atmosphere."