Are you trekking to Sydney soon, just to see the the lights at this renowned festival? We don’t blame you, the array of Instagram photos about to hit your newsfeeds will be too much for anyone to handle. To help you get the most out of your Vivid experience, we’ve uncovered the best places to stay and go.
Here’s How You Can Maximize Your Experience At Vivid Sydney
Stay
Avoid the madness that is Sydney transport by making the CBD your home base for the evening. Stay somewhere you can see the spectacular lights from your room and step out your front door to find yourself in the middle of the festival buzz.
Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour
With one of the best imaginable views of Sydney Harbour, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour is in a key position. You can see all the light shows from the comfort of your room, with the Harbour Bridge and Museum of Contemporary Art just across the other side of Circular Quay.
The Shangri-La Hotel
The Shangri-La Hotel is only a five minute walk from Circular Quay, and has killer panoramic views of both the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. They have opened up their Heritage Courtyard to a few of Sydney’s most exciting cooks for an evening showcase of their creations. Views – tick. Pretty lights – tick. Delicious food – tick.
Pier Sebel One
Located in the heart of Dawes Point, this beauty sits directly below the Harbour Bridge. If you manage to get one of the right rooms, you get the pleasure of viewing the light show from not only your balcony, your bed… but also your bath. Once you have literally bathed in the lights, venture out and visit the Vivid Festival’s installations at Walsh Bay, the Finger Wharves, and The Rocks which are only a stone throw away.
Go
Crowds, walking and lights can all get a bit exhausting. When it’s time for a drink and bite to eat, there are sometimes too many options to consider! All with spectacular views – we don’t want you to miss the light show even while you are dining.
Opera Bar
Aside from being right in the middle of the action – the well-renowned waterside bar has been transformed into the ultimate retro haven, complete with picnics, light installations and arcade games including Pac-Man, Space Invaders and Streetfighter. Yes, yes, yes!
Vivid Lounge at Sky Terrace
Located on The Star’s harbour side rooftop, the Vivid Lounge at Sky Terrace is an amazing spot to kick back and relax while viewing all that Vivid Sydney has to offer. The Vivid Lounge features interactive, projected video games and a series of pop-up eateries offering fare from The Star’s signature restaurants, Balla, Sokyo, Momofuku Seiobo and Fat Noodle.
The Glenmore
Take in the breathtaking lights from the famous Glenmore rooftop. Located in The Rocks, the rooftop provides views of the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House putting you in prime position with funky LED-lit furniture and special illuminated cocktail jugs, does it get much better than that?
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