HOT SPOTS in Vaucluse, Sydney (east)

Nielsen Park – a great beach with large colonial era outdoor changing rooms, a kiosk, restaurant, and big park. And yes, the views are sublime.

Milk Beach - a secret family beach hidden behind Strickland House. Walk down the steep driveway and across the lawn to reach the beach. Spectacular city views and a near empty beach will be your reward. Picnic tables nearby.

Vaucluse to Dover Heights Federation Cliff Walk . It’s 3km. Allow two hours.

Hermitage Foreshore Trail from Shark Beack to Rose Bay. Great views.

Macquarie Lighthouse - at Dunbar Head. It was the first and longest serving lighthouse in Australia. It still is fully functional.

Gourmand - Old South Head Rd - deli

The Gourmet Joint Butchery - Old South Head Rd - good quality meats

Millenium Pizzera - 693 Old South Head Rd

Mamacino - Old South Head Rd - kid friendly cafe

Vaucluse Ocean Foods - Old South Head Rd - seafood and fish and chips

Vaucluse Fruit Shop - New South Head Road