Today we decided to hit the gym. We found a “City Gym” right in Darlinghurst.
Similar to LA Fitness in Woodhaven. Same kind of machines but also had 2 other levels. One for yoga and one for boxing. Same kind of people worked out here as did at home. Guys heavy into steroids and girls checking out their rear ends in the mirrors.
After our workout we decided to visit the Vaucluse House. This is a 19th Century Estate that has been restored to its original glory. It was a 6 mile walk so we packed our backpack and were off. I use the maps.me app on my phone. I used this on the world cruise and it has yet to let us down. Besides roads, walking trails are also on these maps. Maps are downloaded beforehand so cellular service is not need. GPS guides us along. GPS is hard on the battery and I use a backup battery that seems to last all day.
Nice views of the harbour along the way.
We had some major hills to climb and some small trails through neighborhoods to navigate. This car welcomed us to the high rent district.
Lots of paths through neighborhoods with serpentine roads that greatly reduced the walking distance.
Another path.
The gate to Vaucluse House after 2 hours of walking.
Indoor plumbing.
The larder.
The dairy.
We spent about 40 minutes touring this estate. We decided to have dinner at Doyles on the Beach. About 1.5 mile walk from here.
Along the way…
Doyles is quite famous and has been in the same family for more than 134 years. It is on the Hudson Bay and offers views of the Sydney skyline.
Our table was near Rudolph.
The food at Doyles was outstanding. Very casual dining right on the beach. We sat on the balcony.
7.5 miles back to the apartment. We were up for it but we knew that we would be walking some of it in the dark. The ferry to the Circular Quay was right next to Doyles. We opted to take that.
Very smooth ride back afforded some great views.
The Circular Quay is about 1.5 miles from the apartment. We could take a train or walk. We chose to walk. A 9 mile day. We felt great.…