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## 1. A Harbour Walk

We've come up with a list of things to do around Sydney this Valentine's Day. Coming in at number one is a walk around the dazzling Sydney Harbour. 

[Blackwattle Bay](http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/explore/facilities/parks/major-parks/glebe-foreshore-parks) is a quiet spot with stunning view of the Anzac Bridge, while The Royal Botanic Garden boasts amazing plants and trees with a view of the iconic Opera House and Bridge.

__Why we like it: If you run out of things to talk about on your date, you can always discuss how beautiful the sunset is.__

![Image: City to Manly Ferry, Destination NSW, 2024](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/D1tTG677jKvf7dvoOi22S/74371a2e147358e0641db015e5e7f620/Ferry.jpeg)
## 2. Get physical on the water

Feeling a bit more adventurous? There are a variety of ways to get onto the Harbour, from kayaking to stand-up paddleboarding or swimming. Left your date-planning to the last minute? Hop on a Sydney ferry and let the gasping ensue.

__Why we like it: A great excuse to get on the water!__

![Image: Milky Way, Getty Images 2024](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/oyFgsVOtXNLYjHmnxwkHo/2611edc15b27e2eacdc54634e27b290a/GettyImages-971578384.jpg)
## 3. Watch the stars

Gaze at the solar system alongside your significant other at [Sydney Observatory](http://www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/).

__Why we like it: You could study up on some stars and constellations and impress your date with your new knowledge of astronomy.__

![Sydney Theatre Company's A Fool in Love opens February 14. A romantic comedy, written by award-winning author, playwright and social commentator Van Badham, will have its world premiere at Wharf 1 Theatre. Image: Daniel Boud, 2024](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6d3fgcY2W1woYuXleuM8xV/96d6131cff412e07766f3dc695cad3ac/ZYisWN8A.jpg)
## 4. Take in some theatre

Get dolled up and take your date to see a show. Bonus points if you head to one of Sydney’s most atmospheric venues, like the [State Theatre](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/venues/state-theatre), [Sydney Opera House](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/venues/sydney-opera-house) or [City Recital Hall](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/venues/city-recital-hall). [See what’s on](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/tags/theatre).

__Why we like it: You don't have to try to keep the conversation going all evening.__

![Bridge Street, Sydney - 12th March 2018. Installation of public artwork The Distance of your Heart. The City of Sydney commissioned artwork is made up of over 60 delicate handmade bronze bird sculptures designed by acclaimed British artist Tracey Emin. (Photo by Katherine Griffiths/City of Sydney).](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/2K9rdgjyTCE0PV3JaevQRh/795bbcc523b99231351a7b392b69cd61/TheDistanceofyourHeart-Birds-insitu-1748-1.jpg)
## 5. Take a culture walk

Don’t just see the sights: learn about Sydney’s public art and history while you do so. Our free Culture Walks app offers a unique insight into our city. [Download now](http://www.sydneyculturewalksapp.com/).

__Why we like it: A great way to debate which art you each like or dislike and get to know your date a little more.__

![Image: AP Bakery](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/Mo7Svc30mMVXHHaaK4luw/999c0da84317c970bb8dba0ecafea50b/APBakery.jpg)
## 6. Baked goods

Some people like recieving flowers on Valentines Day. And others prefer delicious, delicious pastries and crossiants. From [AP Bakery](https://www.instagram.com/a.p.bread/?hl=en "AP Bakery Instagram"), [Flour and Stone](https://www.instagram.com/flourandstone/?hl=en "Flour and Stone Instagram"), [Bourke Street Bakery](https://www.instagram.com/bourkestreetbakery/?hl=en "Bourke Street Bakery Instagram"), [Humble](https://www.instagram.com/humble_sydney/?hl=en "Humble Bakery Instagram"), [Brickfields](https://www.instagram.com/brickfieldsbakery/?hl=en "Brickfields Bakery Instagram") or [Shadow Bakery](https://www.instagram.com/shadow_baking/?hl=en "Shadow Bakery Instagram"), butter-baked goods may melt their heart. 

__Why we like it: Your date could last just one crossiant or you could spend the whole day ordering one of everything.__

![Image: Potts Point Bookstore](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/3YlSedfJDpl8UwijKvsG2t/a8eb54e77759380e7ad6c358557c1575/PottsPoint_Bookstore.jpg)
## 7. Have a date with yourself

What's more 2024 that a bit of self love? Take yourself to the cinema, book a table for one, spend some time reading in a book shop or your [local library](https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/libraries "Find your local library").

You can even catch up on our [biggest reading trends of 2023.](https://news.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/articles/dive-into-sydneys-reading-trends-the-most-popular-library-loans-of-2023 "City of Sydney Library reading trends")

__Why we like it: Experiencing the city by yourself is a whole new way to see Sydney, you might notice things you haven't before.__

![Image: Courtesy of Golden Age Bar, Surry Hills, 2024](//downloads.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/2BQZfYbz5ZZsEDD3A1pXIb/1e8ab85ba671c841bb1a3c9f9b182c88/Rollergirl_1.jpg)
## 8. Make new friends

Ready to mingle? You could get cozy at one of Sydney's small bars
[Dear Saint Eloise](https://www.dearsainteeloise.com/ "Dear Saint Eloise website"), [Cantina OK!](https://www.okokok.com.au/ "Cantina OK! website"), [Eau de vie](https://eaudevie.com.au/sydney/ "Eau de vie website"), [Catterpillar Club ](https://swillhouse.com/venues/the-caterpillar-club/ "Catterpillar Club Sydney website")for some jazz or [Golden Age Bar](https://www.ourgoldenage.com.au/ "Our Golden Age website") for a film. 

![Photo: Antenna Documentary Film Festival, 2024](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/7wpUGxXq3ERqIoaPX1GEkp/535588d2d947e02271be51cfedf39fba/Gullspang_Miracle_Insta_Square.jpg)
Or book a ticket to[ Antenna Documentary festival](https://antennafestival.org/ "Antenna Documentary Film Festival website") and discuss the film with audience members afterwards.

__Why we like it: It's adventurous to head out by yourself, who knows who you might meet!__

Did we miss something? Share your date ideas on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/cityofsydney/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/cityofsydney) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/cityofsydney/), or tag #SydneyLocal.

Header image: [Sam Yeldham](https://www.instagram.com/samyeldham/)

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