Sydney: 10 Things to Do

"Art is the thrilling spark that beats death, that's all." So said the late Brett Whiteley, whose wayward brilliance can still be seen at the Brett Whiteley Studio, tel: (61-2) 9225 1740, in arts hub Surry Hills. Unfinished paintings, art equipment and books remain, as does a graffiti wall covered with quotes and images. For the spark of emerging artists, see the nearby First Draft Gallery, tel: (61-2) 9698 3665. When you're done gallery browsing, grab a flat white and a standout brunch at Four Ate Five, or try Reuben Hills' aptly named brothel sandwich in honor of some of the area's more wanton residents.

• 1. Four Ate Five
  485 Crown St, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia; (61-2) 9698 6485 -33.888145151.213355 fouratefive.com
• 2. Reuben Hills
  61 Albion St, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia; (61-2) 9211 5556 -33.882827151.210956 reubenhills.com.au
• 3. Brett Whiteley Studio
  2 Raper St, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia; (61-2) 9225 1740 -33.88874151.21456 brettwhiteley.org
• 4. First Draft Gallery
  116 Chalmers St, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia; (61-2) 9698 3665 -33.8867151.20668 firstdraftgallery.com