Where is the ceremony?

The ceremony will begin at 3:30 pm and will take place at The Mint on Macquarie Street. The address for The Mint is: 10 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW.

How should I get there?

The Mint is easily accessible from Martin Place station and St James station, both of which are well connected to the Sydney Trains network. You can also take a train to Wynyard station, one of Sydney’s most well connected stations, and walk a short 10 minutes to The Mint (straight up Martin Place). Uber and taxi are also readily available. 

What time should I get there?

We recommend getting to The Mint at around 3:00 pm.

Where should I sit?

Please feel free to sit/stand wherever you like, but please be mindful that the front rows with labels have been reserved for immediate family.

Where is the reception?

The reception will begin at 6.30pm and will be held at Bennelong Restaurant in the Sydney Opera House. The Opera House is a picturesque 10 minute walk from Circular Quay station, wharf and light rail stop. It is also only 17 minutes away from The Mint by foot. Uber and taxi will also get you pretty close (about 100 meters away from the entrance).

Once you arrive at the foot of the Opera House proceed through security under the Opera House steps. Once through security, follow the signage and proceed upstairs to Bennelong.

What time should I arrive at the reception?

Please arrive around 6:15 pm, allowing time to go through security.

Is there somewhere we can go between the ceremony and the reception?

Absolutely! The bride and groom’s recommendations are:

Food and drinks

Hacienda Bar
61 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
5 min walk to the Opera House and on the way from The Mint
Lively cocktail lounge, great harbour view

Opera Bar
Sydney Opera House, Lower Concourse Level, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Right under the Opera House
Lively outdoor bar on the harbour, more casual, relaxed vibe, young and hip

Little Felix
2a Ash St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
20 min walk to the Opera House
Moody cocktail bar with 20th century Paris vibes

Kittyhawk
16 Phillip Ln, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
15 min walk to the Opera House and on the way from The Mint
French resistance themed cocktail bar

Palmer & Co
Abercrombie Ln, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
15 min walk to the Opera House
Prohibition style subterranean cocktail bar

Cabana Bar
25 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
3 blocks down Martin Place from the Mint, 20 min walk to the Opera House
Alfresco terrace perched above heart of Martin Place

Things to see and do

The Rocks
15 min walk from the Opera House
Neighbourhood of historic laneways in the shadow of Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Mrs Macquaries Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
On the way from The Mint to the Opera House, most convenient entrance following the Ceremony is corner of Macquarie and Bent St. Most convenient entrance to exit to the Opera House is Queen Elizabeth II Gate (Gate J), by the Man O'War Steps
Gorgeous gardens with serene vibes

What if I have a dietary requirement?

Please let hello@rufflesandbells.com.au know as soon as possible if you haven’t included your dietary requirement on your RSVP.

What time will the reception finish?

Midnight!

Do you have a gift registry?

No, your presence means the world to us and we don’t need anything more. If your generosity insists, there will be a wishing well at the reception.

What should I wear?

Please refer to the “Dress Code” page.

Can I take photos?

Yes please take lots of photos, but no phones at the ceremony please.

Who should I contact if I have questions about the wedding?

Please contact Alexander Ross on +61 400 580 775.