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Double Bay

New South Wales · Australia

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Dubbed as 'Sydney's Rodeo Drive', this elegant neighbourhood is a shopping and dining heaven. Discover popular restaurants, bars and many Australian boutique designers.

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  1. 1Double Bay

    Welcome to Double Bay, a suburb that has long been synonymous with wealth, fashion, and an unapologetically upscale lifestyle. Often referred to as 'Little Europe' or the 'Paris End' of Sydney, Double Bay is a place where the…

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  2. 2Murray Rose Pool — A Harbourside Sanctuary

    A short walk from the ferry wharf leads us to the Murray Rose Pool, formerly known as Redleaf Pool. This is one of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside swimming spots, featuring a large, shark-netted enclosure that extends about 100…

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  3. 3Restaurant Alley and Culinary Excellence

    Heading inland from the water, we find ourselves in the heart of Double Bay’s dining scene, specifically the area known to locals as 'Restaurant Alley.' This is where the suburb’s European influence is most palpable. You will…

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  4. 4The Royal Oak Hotel — A Local Institution

    Across the road from the formal dining of Restaurant Alley stands the Royal Oak Hotel, a historic pub that has been a cornerstone of Double Bay social life since the 19th century. While it has been modernized, it retains the…

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  5. 5Knox and Cross Streets — The Fashion Epicenter

    We now turn our attention to the intersection of Knox and Cross Streets, the undisputed epicenter of fashion in Double Bay. This is where you will find the highest concentration of international designer boutiques, luxury…

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  6. 6New South Head Road — The Grand Boulevard

    As we move toward the edge of the village, we reach New South Head Road, the grand boulevard that connects the city to the eastern headlands. This is the main arterial road of the Eastern Suburbs, and it serves as a showcase for…

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  7. 7Steyne Park and the Waterfront

    Our final specific stop is Steyne Park, a large green expanse that meets the water's edge near the wharf. This park is the 'backyard' of Double Bay, providing a space for dogs to run, children to play, and residents to enjoy the…

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  8. 8Closing

    As our journey through Double Bay concludes, we find ourselves reflecting on the unique blend of luxury, community, and maritime beauty that defines this suburb. We have walked through the 'Paris End' of Sydney, sampled the…

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What is Double Bay?

Double Bay is a place in New South Wales · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationNew South Wales · Australia
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-33.8775, 151.2412
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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