The Very Best of Secret Sydney

When I was living in Sydney, Australia I met Clint Reynolds, a man born and raised in Sydney. He surely knows his way around the city and I asked him to reveal some of his favorite secret Sydney spots around town. Here are three highlights worth checking out.

The Courthouse Hotel

If you want to experience a real Aussie pub full of friendly Aussies of all ages, there is only one pub in Sydney and it is the Courthouse Hotel on Australia Street in Newtown, just a short walk from King Street and Newtown Railway Station. This is a pub with a real Aussie atmosphere and free from any aggression. A hidden gem known almost only to locals and their friends. Monday thru Friday you can get a lunch or dinner for $12. It is also a fun place to eat for families.

Badde Manors Cafe, Glebe

A truly bohemian café in the heart of Sydney. This café would not be out of place in SoHo, Berlin or Paris. A very secret and special place in Sydney, that is frequented by artists, students and bohemian types.

Coogee Beach

Without the hype, crowds and mess of Bondi Beach, there is Coogee Beach. A clean wonderful Sydney city beach. Coogee is full of cafes, restaurants and has a real family feeling to it. Like Sydney’s version of Santa Monica Beach, but way better.

Which secret Sydney sweetspots would you recommend? Let us know in the comments below!