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Mother’s Day in Sydney 2024: Dining, things to do and ideas

Get back into the swing of things this Mother’s Day. Here’s a list of some of our top things to eat, see and do on 12 May.

There's no better way to show appreciation for the women in your life than treating them to a lovely time on Mother's Day. It's the perfect moment to say "thank you".

Stick around because we've got plenty of ideas for those who want to get out and about. Plus, see how to celebrate Mother's Day with our guide for things to do on 12 May.


Our top picks for Mother's Day breakfast in Sydney

Gift Mum or your loved one breakfast in bed or go a step further and surprise them with someone else's cooking.

Unlimited Buffet Breakfast at Gumtree Restaurant And Bar

Unlimited Buffet Breakfast at Gumtree Restaurant And Bar from Groupon

  • Inclusions: Unlimited Buffet Breakfast filled with seasonal fruit, selection of cereals, and hot coffee
  • Location: Metro Aspire Hotel, 383-389 Bulwara Rd, Ultimo, 2007
  • Cost: From $12.50
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All-Day Breakfast and Hot Drink at Melia Bakery

All-Day Breakfast and Hot Drink at Melia Bakery from Groupon

  • Inclusions: Choice of any breakfast item and small hot drink
  • Location: 382 Darling Street, Balmain
  • Cost: $9 for 1 person
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Buffet Breakfast at Croft Restaurant

Buffet Breakfast at Croft Restaurant from Groupon

  • Inclusions: Wide selection of breakfast, including pastries, cereals, delis, with live omelette and drinks stations
  • Location: Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney, 11 Jamison Street, Sydney
  • Cost: $33 per person
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Picnic in the Centennial Parklands - For 2

Picnic in the Centennial Parklands - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: A picnic menu prepared by Centennial Homestead and a bottle of non-alcoholic sparkling wine
  • Location: Centennial Parklands, NSW
  • Cost: $120 for 2 people
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French Breakfast with Hot Drink at Melia Bakery

French Breakfast with Hot Drink at Melia Bakery from Groupon

  • Inclusions: French croissant, jam and butter, mini tart, orange juice and any small hot drink of your choice
  • Location: 382 Darling Street, Balmain
  • Cost: $9 for 2 people
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Our top picks for Mother's Day lunch in Sydney

Sometimes Mum deserves a sleep-in, so treat her to a bite to eat a little later on Mother's Day. Pick one of your favourite lunch spots or find something among the great deals below.

Three Course Lunch by the Harbour with Wine - For 2

Three Course Lunch by the Harbour with Wine - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Modern Australian lunch for 2 people and a glass of selected house wine for each person
  • Location: The Rocks, NSW
  • Cost: $169 for 2 people
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Picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens by Luke Nguyen - For 2

Picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens by Luke Nguyen - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Picnic box for 2 curated by Luke Nguyen and a bottle of sparkling, white, red or rose wine
  • Location: Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney, NSW
  • Cost: $140 for 2 people
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6 Course Tasting Menu by the Harbour with Wine - For 2

6 Course Tasting Menu by the Harbour with Wine - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 6-course sharing menu with a bottle of red or white wine for 2 people
  • Location: The Rocks, NSW
  • Cost: $249 for 2 people
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3-Course Lunch at 6Head

3-Course Lunch at 6Head from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 3-course lunch each and a glass of house wine each
  • Location: Bay 10 & 11, Campbell’s Stores, 7-27 Circular Quay W, The Rocks
  • Cost: $169 for 2 people
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Tall Ship Cruise Lunch

Tall Ship Cruise Lunch from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 2 hours of sailing on an authentic tall ship, chance to help the crew, listen to a talk about harbour highlights and the ship’s history and lunch
  • Location: Campbell's Cove Jetty, The Rocks
  • Cost: $109 per person
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2-Course Steakhouse Lunch at The Meat and Wine Co.

2-Course Steakhouse Lunch at The Meat and Wine Co. from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Entree to share, main meal each, glass of house wine, soft drink or beer each
  • Location: Ground level, 100 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo
  • Cost: $99 for 2 people
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Our top picks for Mother's Day dinner in Sydney

Treat Mum like the star she is and take her out to dinner at one of these great restaurants. Take your pick from a wide range of cuisines and locations that ought to impress.

3 Course Waterfront Meal with Wine - For 2

3 Course Waterfront Meal with Wine - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 3-course meal for 2 people and a glass of house wine each
  • Location: Planar Bar and Restaurant, Darling Harbour, NSW
  • Cost: $130 for 2 people
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Ultimate Seafood Experience - Barangaroo - For 2

Ultimate Seafood Experience - Barangaroo - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 2-course seafood menu for 2 with a bottle of house-selected wine
  • Location: The Meat and Wine Co, Barangaroo NSW
  • Cost: $165 for 2 people
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3 Course Steakhouse Dinner with Wine - Parramatta - For 2

3 Course Steakhouse Dinner with Wine - Parramatta - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 3-course dinner for 2 people and a glass of house-selected wine each
  • Location: The Meat and Wine Co, Parramatta, NSW
  • Cost: $158 for 2 people
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Barangaroo Steakhouse Experience

Barangaroo Steakhouse Experience from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 3-course dinner for 2, bottle of house wine
  • Location: The Meat and Wine Co, Ground Level - International Tower One, 100 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo
  • Cost: $249 for 2 people
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Sydney Harbour Seafood and Carvery Lunch Cruise - 3 Hours

Sydney Harbour Seafood and Carvery Lunch Cruise - 3 Hours from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Seafood and carvery menu, with desserts, fresh fruit platters, tea, coffee and biscuits during a 3-hour cruise
  • Location: Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW
  • Cost: $95 for 1 person
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3-Course Indian Dinner at Delhi 'O' Delhi

3-Course Indian Dinner at Delhi 'O' Delhi from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Entree to share, main and dessert each and bottle of wine to share
  • Location: 3 Erskineville Rd, Newtown
  • Cost: $150 for 2 people
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Our top picks for meal and snack kits you can get delivered to Sydney for Mother's Day

Perfect Pizza Oven At Home Kit

Perfect Pizza Oven At Home Kit from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Pizza Oven Kit in a gift box, bottle of red wine and pizza slice cutter
  • Location: Your home
  • Cost: $269
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Homemade Pasta Kit

Homemade Pasta Kit from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Homemade pasta-making kit presented in a gift box with satin tissue and ribbons, pasta-making machine, Molini pizza fine Italian flour, a bottle of Riparosso Illuminati, Don Antonio pasta sauce, a personal gift message and delivery.
  • Location: This kit can be delivered to any address in Australia.
  • Cost: $149
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Homemade Spanish Paella Kit

Homemade Spanish Paella Kit from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Paella kit presented as a gift with satin tissue and ribbons, paella pan, Spanish paella rice, paella spices, a bottle of Tocado Macabeo white wine, a bottle of Tocado Grenache red wine, a spatula, a personalised message and delivery.
  • Location: This kit can be delivered to any address in Australia.
  • Cost: $139
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Gourmet Gift Hamper

Gourmet Gift Hamper from Edible Blooms

  • Inclusions: Dancing Monkey honeycomb and rocky road, Rowe & Hunt smoked almonds and cinnamon almonds, The Treat Co. coconut apricot balls and choc coated raspberries, Charlie's – cheese bites, Lindt milk chocolate balls, golden flower card with a Belgian milk chocolate, signature Edible Blooms Hamper delivery box and packaging including a free gift card.
  • Location: Your home.
  • Price: $90
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Our top picks for Mother's Day high tea in Sydney

Give Mum the gift of high tea at one of these tea rooms fit for Queen Elizabeth herself.

High Tea and Gin Cocktails - For 2

High Tea and Gin Cocktails - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: A tiered stand laden with an assortment of cakes, pastries and sandwiches, as well as your choice of gin teapot cocktail to match
  • Location: Sydney CBD, NSW
  • Price: $170 for 2 people
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Sydney Harbour High Tea Cruise

Sydney Harbour High Tea Cruise from Experience Oz

  • Inclusions: A selection of bite-size goodies, to million-dollar views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and surroundings
  • Location: Departs from Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1 and Circular Quay Wharf 6
  • Price: $89 per person
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High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour - Adult

High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour - Adult from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Sweet and savoury high tea selection and a glass of bubbles
  • Location: Departs from Circular Quay
  • Price: $99 per person
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Deluxe High Tea in The Blue Mountains - Weekend - For 2

Deluxe High Tea in The Blue Mountains - Weekend - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Deluxe high tea experience with sparkling wine, homemade scones and petit pastries
  • Location: Katoomba Blue Mountains, NSW
  • Price: $170 for 2
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High Tea with Sparkling Wine at Paddock on Crown

High Tea with Sparkling Wine at Paddock on Crown from Groupon

  • Inclusions: Indulge in the tradition of afternoon tea as you sip on your choice of hot drink, savour sandwiches and cakes and delight in a glass of sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries
  • Location: 509 Crown Street, Surry Hills
  • Price: $125 for 2, $189 for 3, $255 for 4
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  • If you have dietary requirements, including a gluten-free or vegan diet, be sure to contact the restaurant or cafe in advance, or let them know when you order.

Things to do on Mother's Day in Sydney

Jet Boat Ride on Sydney Harbour

Jet Boat Ride on Sydney Harbour from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 30-minute jet boat ride and waterproof ponchos
  • Location: Circular Quay Eastern Pontoon - Jetty 1, Sydney
  • Cost: $85 per person
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Entry

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Entry from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Entry into SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
  • Location: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Darling Harbour, NSW
  • Cost: $51 per person
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Canyoning Tour, Half Day at Empress Canyon, Blue Mountains

Canyoning Tour, Half Day at Empress Canyon, Blue Mountains from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Half-day canyoning experience, full instruction from expert guides and all technical and safety equipment for canyoning and abseiling
  • Location: Empress Canyon, Blue Mountains National Park NSW
  • Cost: $149 per person
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Paint Splash Room, 1 Hour - For 2

Paint Splash Room, 1 Hour - For 2 from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 60-minute paint splash experience, protective gear, 40x50cm canvas each, paints, tools and techniques to create a unique artwork and paint brushes
  • Location: Suite 05, level 1, Tower B, 888 Pittwater Road, Dee Why, Sydney NSW
  • Cost: $99 for 2 people
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Taronga Zoo Sydney - General Admission

Taronga Zoo Sydney - General Admission from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Taronga Zoo Sydney entry and Free-Flight Bird and Seals for the Wild presentations
  • Location: Taronga Zoo Sydney, Mosman, NSW
  • Cost: $51 per person
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Scenic Sunrise Balloon Flight & Breakfast over Camden Valley

Scenic Sunrise Balloon Flight & Breakfast over Camden Valley from Luxury Escapes

  • Inclusions: 1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight with delicious gourmet breakfast at Camden Valley Inn, Cawdor
  • Location: Camden Valley Inn, Cawdor NSW
  • Cost: from $319 per person
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Sydney Holiday Memories: Exclusive Professional Photoshoot at Your Chosen Location

Sydney Holiday Memories: Exclusive Professional Photoshoot at Your Chosen Location from Luxury Escapes

  • Inclusions: Online access to meet and communicate with your photographer before the shoot, photoshoot for up to 8 people, session time and the album of edited professional photos post the photoshoot, and access to private online gallery to view, share and download images in high resolution format
  • Location: Sydney
  • Cost: $399 per package
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Detoxing Sauna, Floatation Tank and Salt Therapy Package

Detoxing Sauna, Floatation Tank and Salt Therapy Package from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Float therapy, infrared sauna and salt therapy session, equipment (ear plugs, shampoo, towel, etc.) and complimentary organic tea and small snack
  • Location: Five Dock, NSW
  • Cost: $150 per person
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Dive with Sharks at Sydney SEA LIFE Aquarium

Dive with Sharks at Sydney SEA LIFE Aquarium from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: Admission to the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, briefing and pool skills session, all dive gear and wetsuits, guides, 30-minute shark dive, de-brief session and certificate
  • Location: Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW
  • Cost: $329 per person
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Outdoor Sip and Paint Class

Outdoor Sip and Paint Class from Classbento

  • Inclusions: 2-hour class, paints, canvas and instructions
  • Location: Darling Point, Moore Park
  • Cost: From $85 per person
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Retro Drive-In Cinema and Hotel Stay

Retro Drive-In Cinema and Hotel Stay from RedBalloon

  • Inclusions: 1-night stay at Atura Blacktown, 2 tickets to Skyline Drive-In Movie Theatre and breakfast for 2
  • Location: 32 Cricketers Arms Rd, Blacktown
  • Cost: $292 for 2 people
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Cocktail and Dumpling Making Class

Cocktail and Dumpling Making Class from Classbento

  • Inclusions: Learn to make pork and lemongrass dumplings, mushroom and vegetable dumplings, lychee cocktails and popo trio cocktails
  • Location: 1 Kellett Way (Cnr Roslyn + Ward), Potts Point
  • Cost: $99 per person
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