Bondi is a nice, little suburb in the east of Sydney CBD, around 7 kilometres from the City Centre. Known for Bondi Beach and Bondi Junction, Bondi is a residential suburb and a major tourist hotspot offering all kinds of amenities and entertainment options for visitors to indulge in wonderful experiences and make incredible memories. From sightseeing and recreation to awesome culinary options, shopping and exploring local art and culture, there’s so much to do in this beachside suburb of Eastern Sydney.
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Bondi is a major tourist hotspot, mainly known for Bondi Beach, which is within walking distance from the suburb. It is one of Sydney’s most famous beaches and welcomes tourists from all over the world. There are various tourist attractions in and around Bondi Beach, including Bondi Beach Graffiti Wall, an entire wall covered with artwork by local artists and painters.
Westfield Bondi Junction is a major commercial centre and one of the largest malls in the region.
Other major tourist attractions and historical landmarks include Bondi Anglican Church, Bondi Public School (heritage-listed), The Wayside Chapel, St Anne's Catholic Church, Electricity Substation No. 269, Bondi Post Office, Royal Hotel, St Matthew's Anglican Church and Bondi-Waverley School of Arts.
The most famous tourist attraction in and around Bondi is Bondi Beach, which also offers a range of recreational activities and thrilling experiences for visitors. Tourists can indulge in surfing at the beach or learn surfing at Lets Go Surfing School. Bondi Icebergs Swimming CLUB is a popular destination among swimmers and those looking to learn swimming. Take the famous Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk for a serene experience of the surroundings and mesmerising views of the water. Take the Bondi Beach Aboriginal Rock Art Tours or visit Aboriginal Rock Engravings for a peek into the Aboriginal history of the region.
Marks Park, Thomas Hogan Reserve, Waverley Park, Dickson Reserve, Ray O'Keefe Reserve and Bondi Beach Park are major parks in the area.
Bondi Junction is a major supermarket with various recreational amenities and a cinema.
For art enthusiasts, Plaster Master Fun Centre and Pinot & Picasso Bondi are good places to learn painting.
Bondi Road is a major shopping strip, featuring various retail, clothing and gourmet stores, such as Assembly Label, The Bottle Shop, Dear September (Home goods store), Bondi Express (convenience store) and Fruitologist Bondi (Gourmet grocery store).
Westfield Bondi Junction is another major shopping destination in the neighbouring suburb of Bondi Junction. This multi-floor retail destination has all the famous outlets, including grocery stores, retail chains, a food court and also a movie theatre.
A number of popular restaurants and cafes are located throughout Bondi Road. Top choices include Totti’s Italian restaurant, Sefa Kitchen, Stuffed Beaver Dining Parlour, Bondi Road Seafoods, Cafe Brazil, Ninety Nine Thai, Namaste Indian Cuisine, The Char Rotisserie, Byblos Lebanese Cuisine, Ogalo Bondi, MIKEY’S PIZZA and Bennett St Dairy.
Beyond the suburb, there are many attractive and diverse culinary venues scattered throughout Bondi Beach, with popular options including Ikaria Bondi Mediterranean restaurant, El Indio, Bondi Trattoria, Pompei's, Oporto and Bangkok Bites.
The suburbs of Bondi and Bondi Beach feature a thriving art scene. Some famous art galleries include Art Gallery at 158C Bondi Rd, Aboriginal Contemporary (Aboriginal art gallery), The Art Lounge, Jingmin Ren Spiritual Artist and Online Energy Art Prints Gallery, Tony Curran, Aquabumps, Art Moment Gallery, Artist Editions and L'Atelier de Blule.
Sydney Airport is 12 kilometres or around 23 minutes from Bondi. It is one of the best ways for international travellers to reach Bondi. The nearest railway station, Bondi Junction, provides connectivity to the CBD and neighbouring suburbs.