Just fifteen minutes from Sydney’s CBD, Double Bay feels like a different city altogether. Leafy streets, harbourside pools, and a village atmosphere make it one of the most rewarding bases for a Sydney getaway, especially when your accommodation puts you within easy walking distance of everything worth doing.
With The Savoy Hotel as your base on Knox Street, right in the heart of the village, here’s how to make the most of three days in Double Bay.
Day One: Settle In and Explore the Village
Morning: Arrival and check-in
Once you’ve checked into The Savoy, take the afternoon slowly. The hotel sits within a short stroll of Double Bay’s cafes, boutiques, and the ferry wharf, so there’s no need to rush anywhere on arrival day.
Afternoon: A wander through Bay Street and Cross Street
Double Bay’s two main retail strips are made for an unhurried walk. Cross Street and Bay Street are lined with boutiques including Zimmermann, Scanlan Theodore, and Camilla, alongside smaller specialty stores for homewares, jewellery, and gifts. Duck into one of the local bakeries for a coffee and pastry as you go.
Evening: Dinner in the village
For a relaxed first night, book a table at Indigo for alfresco Mediterranean-style dining, or Bibo Wine Bar for share plates and a well-curated wine list. If you’re after something with a bit more energy, Sake or one of the newer izakaya-style venues make for a lively evening close to the hotel.
Day Two: Harbour Days
Morning: Redleaf Beach and the Murray Rose Pool
Start the day with a walk down to Redleaf Beach, known locally simply as “Redleaf.” The Murray Rose Pool here is a large tidal swimming enclosure, calm, safe, and perfect for a morning swim or a lap or two before breakfast. A wrap-around pontoon is ideal for a scenic stroll above the water, and the café on the hill serves a solid coffee with views towards Darling Point and the Harbour Bridge.
Midday: Blackburn Gardens and Steyne Park
From Redleaf, it’s a short walk to Blackburn Gardens, a heritage garden with manicured lawns and harbour views, perfect for a quiet break. Continue on to Steyne Park, a favourite spot for a picnic lunch or simply watching the seaplanes take off from nearby Rose Bay.
Afternoon: On the water
For something a little more active, kayaking and paddleboard hire are available along the waterfront, giving you a different perspective on the harbour and the boats moored in the bay.
Evening: Fine dining in Double Bay
Double Bay has become one of Sydney’s most exciting dining precincts in recent years. Consider a table at Song Bird for an extensive contemporary Chinese menu, or one of the newer Japanese venues for a more casual, robata-grill style evening. Book ahead, as the good tables go quickly.
Day Three: Slow Mornings and Wellness
Morning: Coffee and a slow start
Spend your final morning at a leisurely pace. Grab a coffee and pastry from one of the local bakeries and take a seat at Steyne Park or along the waterfront to watch the ferries come and go.
Midday: Wellness and unwinding
Double Bay is well set up for a bit of pampering before you head home. Nimbus & Co offers yoga classes and infrared sauna sessions, while Endota Spa specialises in massage and skincare treatments. Either is a good way to unwind before checking out.
Afternoon: Last-minute shopping or a ferry ride
If you haven’t finished exploring the boutiques, this is the time. Alternatively, the Double Bay ferry wharf offers an easy and scenic way to reach Circular Quay, taking in views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House on the way, before returning to collect your bags and check out of The Savoy.
Getting Around
Double Bay is compact and walkable, with most cafes, restaurants, and boutiques within a few minutes of The Savoy Hotel. Buses run regularly to the CBD, Edgecliff train station is a short walk away, and the ferry wharf connects directly to Circular Quay for a scenic alternative into the city.
Make The Savoy Your Base
With 40 rooms in the heart of Double Bay, The Savoy Hotel offers a comfortable, well-located base for exploring everything the village and the harbour have to offer, all within easy walking distance of your front door.
Ready to plan your stay? Book direct with The Savoy Hotel for the best available rates.