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Shake up your usual catch-up with these fun activities in Sydney
Sipping silly drinks and having a yummy feed with your pals is a top-tier activity. And with the best bars and restaurants around, the hangout spots are endless.
However, if you and your pals want to shake things up and try something new, the city has plenty of options to tickle your fancy. From relaxing at a bathhouse to singing your heart out at karaoke, there is something here to inspire your next outing with your besties.
Recharge at Capybara
A bathhouse session with your nearest and dearest pals is good quality R&R time. Nestled in Surry Hills, Capybara is a wellness sanctuary with bathing amenities to relax any friend.
For 90 minutes, you are free to circulate between their cedar-scented hot stone sauna, misty steam room, magnesium mineral bath, cold plunge, or their luxurious lounge with warm benches and icy scrubs.
Their sound bath, watsu and breathwork workshops are also available for those who need extra rejuvenation. Paired with a well-needed debrief, you and the besties will leave in a zen state.
From $65 for 90 minutes
235 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills
Get Your Hands Dirty at Crockd
If you wish to do something a bit more creative, the minds behind Crockd have a selection of fun and unique clay classes that will entertain your squad.
Recreate that Ghost scene with their Wheel & Wine night, make it a mums and bubs date with their Mamas and Minis: Pottery Play or enjoy some sensory play with their Winter special Glow in the Dark Wheel Throwing workshop.
Classes are designed for beginners and beyond, with pro potters to guide you in your sculpting endeavours. Plus, you get a pretty nifty (and hopefully functional) memento out of it, it’s a win-win!
From $60 per workshop
Locations across Sydney
Have a Singing Session at Goros
A side of karaoke is the perfect accompaniment for a night out with pals because nothing is more cathartic than belting out the friend group’s favourite tunes. Goros has got your epic karaoke night covered with 3 themed karaoke rooms that have been elaborately decorated by local artists.
If you need a bit of liquid courage or singing fuel, Goros’ menu is full of delicious Japanese treats and silly drinks that will keep you going. The best part is the karaoke rooms are completely free of charge! That’s right no ‘per person’ or ‘per hour’ fees here. Paired with dining deals like a $15 bento box and beer on Wednesdays and $3 yakitori sticks and $10 spritz on Thursdays, it is a cozzie livs friendly night out.
84-86 Mary Street, Surry Hills
Channel Your Inner Film Buff at Golden Age Cinema
Going to the movies is a tried and tested activity, but if you want something a bit more special for your film-loving friends, Golden Age Cinema is the place to be.
Originally constructed in 1940 as the screening room at Paramount Pictures, Golden Age Cinema is truly an institution for film buffs. Complete with 1940s-era cinema seating sourced from Zurich and a David-Lynch-inspired bar, Golden Age celebrates both the old and modern elements of moviegoing culture.
Movies are curated by the Golden Age team, with screenings of classic, cult, foreign and new releases—differing from your usual chain cinema experience.
80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills
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Play a Round of Pickleball with Racquet Club
Pickleball is booming worldwide and is considered one of the fastest-growing sports, especially here in Sydney. It’s appeal lies in it’s increased accessibility compared to other racket and ball games. With a smaller court size, low net and lightweight ball, it is an ideal sport for some fun low-intensity movement with a side of yap.
Racquet Club is our personal fave place to play. Complete with bubblegum pink courts, prime locations and flexible opening hours (6 am to midnight)—it’s a great option for those days when the besties want something lowkey to do.
From $30 per hour
Moore Park & Bondi Junction
Pretend You Are on a Games Show at Quiz Room
Have you always wanted to experience being on a games show without the added pressure of being broadcasted to the entire nation? The Quiz Room has a solution, running trivia games on their staged TV set, allowing you and your friends to tease your brains in a fun and unique setting.
Their normal trivia tackles questions of varying topics, from recognising celebs to listing chocolate cake ingredients—all kinds of knowledge will come in handy! If your besties are music enthusiasts, try their music quiz with its guess-the-song-style questions.
From $45pp for 2 games
Level 6, 393 George Street, Sydney
Perfect Your Downward Dog at Puppy Yoga
An activity that involves both your friends and man’s best friend? Puppy Yoga is the ultimate wellness activity, combining a sweaty yoga sesh with the adorable and therapeutic presence of little waddling puppies. It is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of your dog-loving pals.
Sessions are an hour long, giving you ample time for a restorative vinyasa flow and puppy playtime. Most classes are on weekends, making it an ideal Sunday reset activity. You might also meet the next four-legged member of your family, with puppies available to adopt!
From $77 pp
Bondi Junction
Go On a Hot Girl Walk
Sydney is full of beautiful natural scenes, making it a perfect place for a leisurely walk with your friends. Whether you want to take a hike in the bushland or take in some harbourside views—there are plenty of walking tracks that are under an hour away from the CBD.
The Manly to Spit Bridge Walk is great if you’re looking for a bit of beach and bush, with plenty of panoramic and striking views. End your hike in either Manly or Spit Bridge where dining options are of plenty for a well-deserved re-fuel. Want something shorter or closer to home? Check out our best hikes edit for more scenic strolls.
Enjoyed our edit of non-dining activities to do with friends and looking for more outing ideas across Sydney? Check out our edit of the best late-night bars or best high tea for some more fun.
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