HOT SPOTS in Milsons Point, Sydney (lower north shore)

Aqua Dining – Cnr Paul and Northcliff streets – not cheap, but a very good modern menu with great views across the harbour. Ph: (02) 9964 9998 www.ripplescafe.com.au

Ripples Café – at the North Sydney Olympic Pool – for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Ph: (02) 9929 7722 www.ripplescafe.com.au

The Lounge Bar - Alfred St - local hangout for breakfast. Communal tables. Ph: (02) 9922 7844

Watt Park, Lavender Crt in Lavender Bay, in Spring when the Jacaranda trees are in full bloom.

The walking track and boardwalk along the harbour. The walk stretches from Waruda Street in Kirribilli, past North Sydney Pool, Luna Park and Lavender Bay to Mc Mahon’s Point. Superb views. How’s the serenity?