VANTAGE POINTS AT VIVID SYDNEY 2019

If you thought exploring Vivid Sydney’s three-kilometre Light Walk on foot was the only way to be amazed by the creativity and innovation of this year’s installations, think again. There is an array of ways to explore the largest festival of light, music and ideas in the Southern Hemisphere and still ensure you capture the most social-worthy snaps along the way.

“For 23 days, Vivid Sydney transforms the city of Sydney into a mesmerising kaleidoscope of colour with awe-inspiring light sculptures and large-scale projections. It really is a world-class event that has to be seen in person,” Destination NSW CEO and Executive Producer – Vivid Sydney, Sandra Chipchase said.

“This year, there are more ways to experience the festival than ever before, whether it’s from the water of our stunning harbour, high above the city or even whirling around on a theme park ride.”

Dinner way up high
Make the most of the restaurants with harbour views and you'll be treated to a double whammy. O Bar & Dining is a revolving restaurant that boasts 360 degree views from 47 stories up. Order two Vivid-inspired ‘Glow’ cocktails and receive a complimentary share plate as you watch the light show. Blu Bar on 36 at Shangri La Sydney has views of the entire harbour, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House as does Club InterContinental, the rooftop bar and executive lounge club at the Intercontinental Sydney, available to guests.

Sky High Slide
The Samsung Electric Playground offers some of the best vantage points to take in Vivid Sydney’s magic. Capture the perfect memory from several specially curated spots that give you an alternate view of spectacular Circular Quay, whether from the top of the 6.5-metre Infinity Slide or in the serenity of the Samsung Sky Walk. When it comes to taking the ultimate Vivid Sydney photo, the Samsung Electric Playground has over 20 Galaxy S10 handsets set-up throughout the experience, pre-curated by experts to capture the most epic Vivid Sydney memories – even in super-low light conditions.

Room with a view
If you haven't been to Taronga Zoo recently, you may not realise that the giraffe enclosure has some of the best harbour views in town. The safari-style overnight tents, part of the Roar and Snore program, allows guests to experience these views combined with an unforgettable overnight animal encounter. Want to keep the outdoor vibe, but with a little less safari? Opt for the Igloos on the Pier at Pier One Sydney Harbour. You can hire the see-through igloos for a few hours and have it catered, or stay the night where you are literally sleeping under the stars. It gives a whole new meaning to a dreamy night's sleep

Be part of the experience
The Bridge Climb Sydney offers an amazing experience at any time of year, but doing it during Vivid Sydney adds another dimension altogether. Not only do you have uninterrupted views of the Sydney Opera House, you can look down and see the light installations play out before you. You actually become part of it, how cool is that?

Find out more about how you can enjoy Vivid Sydney 2019 here.