Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in The Phoenix

"Opened in 1816, the Royal Botanic Gardens is one of the oldest and most beautiful botanic gardens in the city. The gardens are open every day of the year and feature 30 hectares of exotic plants from Australia and places around the globe. The garden is also the oldest remaining scientific establishment in the country and provides a space for important botanical research and breeding."

"Featuring native and international plant species, the Royal Botanic Garden is a lush, green paradise. Whether you wish to examine the various exotic flowers or are looking for the perfect spot to picnic, the gardens are a favorite spot for visitors as well as locals. Opt for a free, guided walk and learn how the space served as the initiation ground for the Gadigal people."

"Sydney Tower Westfields, is one of the Sydney CBD’s main shopping locations. The centre, located on the corner of the Pitt Street Mall and Market Street, consists of six floors with some 280 fashion, food and lifestyle outlets. These include big names like Calvin Klein, Chanel, Christian Louboutin, Gucci, Prada, Mulberry and Versace, as well as typical Australian retailers like JB Hi Fi, Sportsgirl, Supre, Cotton On and Dotti."

"Sydney Tower – for $18 go up to the top of Sydney Tower, the city’s tallest free-standing structure standing at 309 m (1,014 ft) above the CBD. It has an observation deck with awesome views of the skyline. Get your fast track entry ticket here."

"Cicciabella’s second location pays tribute to the pared-back “cucina povera” style of Italian cooking – think woodfired Florentine steak, crudo, pasta and pizza. Parramatta Square 153 Macquarie Street,Parramatta"

"Cafe Vizio Caffe e Cucina is laden with old-world charm and customers are treated like family. For a unique breakfast experience, order your cup of robust, specially-curated beans and bring a few friends along to enjoy a breakfast fit for royalty. Pair it with a traditional Italian pastry, or fill yourself up with some bacon and eggs."

"Share the pleasures of life with friends and family at Vizio Caffe e Cucina on William Street in Woolloomooloo. With a name that has two meanings – family and home – catch up over a good dose of caffe..."

"In Manly, walk down the palm tree-lined Corso towards the beach for an ice-cream, walk around to picturesque Shelly Beach, or grab a cold beer at Manly Wharf Hotel. Time your return ferry trip back to the Quay to coincide with the sunset behind the harbour bridge."

"Owners Mark LaBrooy, Darren Robertson and Andy Allen understand just how hard it can be to get moving in the morning, which is why they serve their breakfast menu all day long. If brunch turns into linner, it won’t matter. You’ll still be able to tuck into corn fritters with guacamole, smoked ocean trout with potato hash and black sausage with scrambled eggs, as well as cold-pressed juices and Single O coffee."

"Three Blue Ducks was started by a group of friends-slash-surfers and attracts like-minded locals from across the Eastern Beaches. Much of the produce is grown in the kitchen garden, and most people come to appropriately seek out healthful, locally sourced dishes."

"The popular Three Blue Ducks in Bronte is a popular spot. And don’t forget your swimmers if it’s warm – the Bronte baths is a good spot for the kids."