Sunset is that magical time of the day when it announces that the evening fun is about to start. What better way than taking in a beautiful view with a drink in hand as Sydney has so many spots to watch that sun go down.
Be it date night, with a group of friends or entertaining visitors in our city , these are some of our favourites, presented in no particular order.
1. Bennelong Bar
Sitting in the iconic Sydney Opera House is Bennelong Bar. Cocktails and drinks equal to the setting, all while taking in harbour views from one of the best known buildings in the world. More about Bennelong Bar here.
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney
www.bennelong.com.au
2. Henry Deane Hotel Palisade
The lounge offers stunning panoramic views of the city from the upper of the two floors at Henry Deane. Watch the world from the large glass windows or the balcony while enjoying cocktails with an inventive take on the classics. More about Henry Deane Hotel Palisade here.
35 Bettington Street, Millers Point
hotelpalisade.com
3. Coogee Pavilion Rooftop
With its views over Coogee Beach, at Coogee Pavilion Rooftop, watch as swimmers and surfers take in their final waves of the day or if you are one of those swimmers or surfers, pop in for a drink or cocktail. More about Coogee Pavilion Rooftop here.
169 Dolphin St, Coogee
merivale.com.au/coogeepavilion
4. Gin & It
No prizes for guessing what is served at Gin & It from its shipping container home in Barangaroo. Enjoy the late afternoon rays from over the water in this al fresco bar with its huge gin collection and bottled cocktails. More about Gin & It here.
Wulugul Pop Up, Wulugul Walk, Barangaroo , Sydney
www.thestreetsofbarangaroo.com
5. Opera Bar
Opera Bar has plenty of buzz happening with those views to the Bridge plus live music. A great way to chill at the end of the day with friends and a glass or two. More about Opera Bar here.
Lower Concourse, Sydney Opera House, Macquarie St, Sydney
operabar.com.au
6. Blu Bar on 36
Blu Bar on 36 sits atop the Shangri-La Hotel. The intimate lounge with a vista of the Opera House, the Bridge and the Heads, serves drinks to match this wonderful setting. More about Blu Bar on 36 here.
Level 36, Shangri-La Hotel, 176 Cumberland St, Sydney
www.shangri-la.com/sydney/shangrila/dining/bars-lounges/blu-bar-on-36
7. Junk Lounge
Junk Lounge has an uninterrupted view – barring cruise ships – of the Sydney Opera House, harbour and the city skyline. Sit back and enjoy Asian influenced cocktails as the last rays light up the Opera House. More about Junk Lounge here.
Cruise Bar, Junk Lounge – Level 2, 1-3, Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay West
www.cruisebar.com.au
8. The Bucket List
The Bucket List is at the beach everyone knows, Bondi Beach. This place is really abuzz and more so during the summer months and its a party atmosphere as the sun goes down. More about The Bucket List here.
Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach
www.thebucketlistbondi.com
9. O Bar and Dining
The whole of Sydney to the horizon is to be seen as O Bar takes leisurely revolutions. The drinks are serious and have a look at the back bar for some interesting spirits. More about O Bar and Dining here.
Level 47, Australia Square, 264 George St, Sydney
www.obardining.com.au
10. The Butler
Watch the city lights glitter from the garden terrace as twilight descends at The Butler. Relaxed and friendly with cocktails and drinks in a French colonial setting. More about The Butler here.
123 Victoria St, Potts Point
butlersydney.com.au
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