Being a tourist in your own city

Born and bred in Sydney I have been to most places, even though some of them may have been years ago. But it never ceases to amaze me how Sydney can offer you the most amazing little spots that you never knew existed.

A shot from last Sunday

Especially around the harbour there are some particularly special spots. I went to a wedding on the weekend which was in Lavender bay. Sunday afternoon - the weather really turned it on! Not a cloud around, warm, no wind; absolutely fantastic. I havn't been to this particular part of the north side of the bridge (just over it), I think it was Clark Park...the view was spectacular and just gave the most sensational vibe, everyone there was have a fantastic time. We walked from there down an alley, underneath a distressed and no-longer in operation railway line, along the wharf-walkway to Luna Park for the party. It was a sensational afternoon/evening.
Well chosen for a wedding setting as the spot had the entire guest list in a fantastic mood. Everyone was taking photos of the aspect, and just enjoying being tourists in their own city! As I said, there are plenty of these spots around the harbour, from some of the national parks on the northern side of the harbour, to some of the secluded beaches. Observatory Hill is another spot that not many Sydney-siders have frequented. I went there the other day to style a photo shoot, and what a gem! Literally ON the bridge (the East-Western side) which is like the eye of the storm - with all of the cars rushing along the bridge, you have this serene park and aspect of the northern and western side of Sydney. Walking down the stairs you get to the end of Kent street, with quaint 'old-Sydney-town' residences, a salubrious almost vintage single tennis court as well as a superb looking restaurant I believe it is called Galileo (and is part of the Observatory Hotel). And if you walk down Kent street and turn right on Argyle you end up in Sydney's historic Rocks area!
So, I encourage Sydney-siders to get out and enjoy our city as much as they would when they are in a foreign place. Walk, take pictures and dine out!