Birkenhead Point

This harbourside former brickworks and factory is now a major shopping complex composed principally of outlet stores. It gets packed at weekends, so visit midweek if you get the chance. There are some decent food options if you want to make a day of it. For $20 return, the Shopper Hopper boat can whisk you here from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour (www.hello.sydney/Shopper-Hopper).