Your anniversary is coming up, and you want to do something special with your significant other without wandering too far out of Sydney. While dinner and movies are classics for date nights, you’re thinking about shaking things up to make that special day much more memorable—but just can’t think of what to do!
No worries, we’ve got you covered. Here are 19 anniversary ideas in Sydney that would make any hopeless romantic swoon!
- Up for friendly competition? Then go for a game of axe throwing!
- Kayak together across the glittering waters of Manly
- Marvel at a whole new world under the sea at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
- Enjoy live jazz music during lunch at the Sydney Opera House
- Solve mysteries and riddles with Escape Hunt Experience Sydney
- Have a romantic cruise around Sydney Harbour
- Watch the sunrise together on a hot air balloon ride over Camden Valley
- Soar across Hunter Valley’s wine country on a hot air balloon
- Go on a helicopter flight tour in Sydney Harbour
- Ride the Sydney Seaplanes—it’s a must-do for Sydneysiders!
- Go on a picnic in the Royal Botanical Gardens with food by Luke Nguyen
- Have a rustic Italian picnic right in Sydney!
- Enjoy champagne and oysters alongside a 360-degree view of Sydney
- Feast from hundreds of metres high at Infinity Bar and Dining
- Have a sky-high buffet at SkyFeast at Sydney Tower
- Experience the best of Southeast Asian cuisine with the Luke Nguyen Tasting Menu
- Enjoy seafood and bottomless champagne as you cruise around Sydney Harbour
- Go off the grid in a tiny house
- Have a couple’s staycation at a pet-friendly hotel (and bring along a furry friend too!)
1. Up for friendly competition? Then go for a game of axe throwing!
A couple that throws axes together stays together. Image credits: @maabch on Instagram
Here’s an anniversary idea in Sydney that’s out of the ordinary: axe throwing! Learn from the pros and hit that target together during this fun and unique experience!
2. Kayak together across the glittering waters of Manly
Have a laid-back afternoon paddling together through stunning Manly. Image credits: @harrison.greig on Instagram
Have a laid-back, intimate time with the love of your life as you explore the pristine waters and exclusive beaches of Manly on a double kayak. Enjoy each other’s presence and the lovely Manly surroundings as you relax and paddle away.
3. Marvel at a whole new world under the sea at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Dinner surrounded by aquatic life sounds super romantic! Image credits: @sealifesydneyaquarium on Instagram
Delve into the magical underwater world of SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium! Here you can see tunnel tanks filled with sharks and rays, and even have a romantic dinner with mood lighting from bioluminescent jellyfish!
4. Enjoy live jazz music during lunch at the Sydney Opera House
Get a little fancy during your anniversary with lunch at the Sydney Opera House!
Are you and your significant other music lovers? Then here’s the perfect anniversary idea in Sydney: enjoy a progressive lunch experience while listening to fabulous live jazz music at Sydney Opera House's iconic restaurants and bars!
5. Solve mysteries and riddles with Escape Hunt Experience Sydney
Add a bit of thrill to your anniversary by going to an escape room.
Can you and your partner in crime beat the clock and solve all the clues and mysteries in time to escape? With this escape room experience, put your heads together and choose from four indoor rooms and one outdoor escape adventure for an exhilarating bonding experience.
6. Have a romantic cruise around Sydney Harbour
Turn the Sydney skyline into your backdrop for your romantic date! Image credits: @captaincookcruises on Instagram
Sydney is blessed with a world-famous harbour, so why not make it your venue for a romantic anniversary cruise? With this 90-minute bar cruise, you can enjoy delicious cocktails on deck as you sail across the waters of Sydney.
7. Watch the sunrise together on a hot air balloon ride over Camden Valley
Nothing says romance quite like the views of Camden Valley on a hot air balloon.
The sunrise view over Camden Valley is very romantic—but it’s even better on a hot air balloon! Enjoy an unforgettable experience with your significant other as you fly across the scenic countryside below.
8. Soar across Hunter Valley’s wine country on a hot air balloon
Have a magical hour flying over the awe-inspiring Hunter Valley
Another romantic hot air balloon experience near Sydney is this ride across Hunter Valley’s picturesque wine regions such as Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury, and Broke. After the ride, a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration awaits you at the famous Peterson House Winery.
9. Go on a helicopter flight tour in Sydney Harbour
Experience Sydney like never before with this helicopter ride
With this helicopter flight, you’ll experience Sydney from a new vantage point! Feel the rush with the love of your life as you fly over Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, Bondi Beach, and Sydney Harbour Bridge, all from a luxury helicopter!
10. Ride the Sydney Seaplanes—it’s a must-do for Sydneysiders!
Have a couple’s photo op before boarding a Sydney seaplane. Image credits: @lady.lolas on Instagram
Another anniversary idea in Sydney where you get to soar in the skies is this Sydney Seaplane Highlights Flight, a must-do for Sydneysiders and visitors alike! You can even book a package with a delicious seafood platter to make it even more special as you fly above Sydney’s iconic landmarks.
Fun fact: this is also one of the best proposal spots in Sydney!
11. Go on a picnic in the Royal Botanical Gardens with food by Luke Nguyen
The Royal Botanic Gardens and surrounding Sydney Harbour icons make for a romantic picnic venue. Image credits: @rbgsydney on Instagram
There’s nothing quite like a cosy romantic picnic at Royal Botanical Gardens with a meal prepared by Chef Luke Nguyen—a signature mix of local Australian produce and South-East Asian flavours. Enjoy the views of Sydney and each other’s presence as you dine the afternoon away.
12. Have a rustic Italian picnic right in Sydney!
Picnic at the Royal Botanical Gardens or the Domain, but make it Rustic Italian
If you and your significant other fancy Italian food, you can opt for this rustic Italian picnic in either Royal Botanic Gardens or the Domain. This is inclusive of a picnic hamper with sopressa, mortadella, homemade pickles and focaccia, olives, and more.
13. Enjoy champagne and oysters alongside a 360-degree view of Sydney
Wine and dine with your SO at Bar 83. Image credits: @davidbradley1 on Instagram
Take your anniversary dinner in Sydney to the next level—83 floors up the Sydney Tower, to be exact—with sunset champagne and oysters at Bar 83. Here you’ll have a fantastic 360-degree view of Sydney's glittering cityscape.
14. Feast from hundreds of metres high at Infinity Bar and Dining
Dine sky high at Infinity Bar and Dining. Image credits: @infinitysydneytower on Instagram
Infinity Bar and Dining is another excellent choice for dining sky high, where the view is just as stunning at night as in the day. The 360-degree view of Sydney is a feast for the eyes, and their quintessential Aussie menu is a treat for your taste buds.
15. Have a sky-high buffet at SkyFeast at Sydney Tower
Enjoy a 360-degree view of the city. Image credits: @infinitysydneytower on Instagram
This 81st-floor Sydney Tower restaurant is another excellent place to celebrate, thanks to its 360-degree revolving view of the city. Tip: if you want to snag the best views, book a ticket with a window guarantee!
16. Experience the best of Southeast Asian cuisine with the Luke Nguyen Tasting Menu
Have a gastronomic experience with Luke Nguyen’s modern take on Southeast Asian cuisine!
Do you and your partner love to try food from all over the world? Then this Luke Nguyen Tasting Menu Experience is a fantastic anniversary idea in Sydney. You’ll be wowed by the unique blend of Southeast Asian flavours and the finest Australian produce!
17. Enjoy seafood and bottomless champagne as you cruise around Sydney Harbour
Treat your partner to bottomless champagne during this high tea cruise
Spend an indulgent afternoon during your anniversary! On this cruise, you’ll enjoy bottomless Mumm Grand Cordon champagne and freshly shucked Sydney Rock Oysters, Queensland prawns, smoked salmon blinis, and calamari. All the while, you’ll be cruising through Sydney Harbour!
18. Go off the grid in a tiny house
Enjoy the great outdoors and go on a staycation in a tiny house in NSW. Image credits: @6sixteenthebanks on Instagram
Wondering where you can go for a romantic weekend in NSW during your anniversary? Want to get away from it all with a tiny house staycation in Kangaroo Valley, Picton and other locations in and around Sydney? Cosy up in a fully furnished house and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Want to choose the perfect tiny house for you? Check out our top picks for tiny houses in NSW.
You can also check out these unique getaways near Sydney.
19. Have a couple’s staycation at a pet-friendly hotel (and bring along a furry friend too!)
Bring your furry ones on your anniversary staycation!
Make it a staycation for three (or more) when you and your partner bring your furry friends along to your staycation at Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour! Enjoy a bottle of wine, daily continental breakfast for two, and in-room entertainment. The best part? You don’t have to leave your beloved pets behind!
You can also check out our guide for 7 pet-friendly accommodations in NSW.
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