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Sydney: Darling Harbour
Indulge yourself at Australia’s premier waterfront destination. Dine indoors or out, each with stunning water views. Visit some of Sydney’s most popular attractions and museums.
Shop till late then see the nightlife, from sleek bars to great pubs. And with more than 4,000 hotel beds within a five-minute walk, there is no reason to leave!
Alive with activity day and night Darling Harbour is hugely popular with visitors to Sydney. It has developed into one of the city's largest dining, shopping and entertainment precincts. One of Sydney's newest hotspots King Street Wharf, just five minutes walk from the city centre, presents a broad range of casual dining and entertainment options. From succulent steak at Coco Roco, fresh seafood at Nick's Bar & Grill, to authentic Malaysian at The Malaya and funky noodles at Wagamama. or lounge harbourside style at Cargo Bar, a nightspot popular with Sydneysiders. Cockle Bay Wharf, on the eastern side of Darling Harbour, offers three levels of terraces, waterfront promenades, al fresco cafes and five star restaurants. Across the water lies Harbourside Shopping Centre, offering a fresh and dynamic mix of shops, restaurants and food outlets with stunning views of the city skyline.
Darling Harbour is home to several major Sydney attractions including Sydney Aquarium, the Australian National Maritime Museum, the IMAX theatre, the Outback Centre, the tranquil haven of the Chinese Garden of Friendship and nearby Powerhouse Museum. Darling Harbour can be navigated by foot or above ground on the famous monorail.
Attractions
Amazing marine life at the Sydney Aquarium or enjoy 3D movies on the world’s biggest cinema screen at the LG IMAX Theatre. Visit the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Powerhouse Museum, and afterwards relax at the Chinese Garden of Friendship. Experience the nightlife at Star City Casino or Sydney’s biggest nightclub, home.
Dining and Drinking
Savour contemporary Australian and international cuisine overlooking the water and city skyline at Cockle Bay Wharf, King Street Wharf and Harbourside. Restaurants, cafes and food courts open onto the waterfront and offer a wide range of cuisines –from Asian noodles to the finest fresh seafood.
Shopping
Darling Harbour boasts more than 200 shops. From leading fashion retailers and gift stores, to bustling market bazaars and factory outlets. Select from a wide range of homewares, Aboriginal artworks, jewellery, fashion, books, music and Australian wines.
Entertainment
There’s always something happening at Darling Harbour – street theatre, exhibitions and major festivals throughout the year.
More Information
The Sydney Visitor Centre at Darling Harbour provides an excellent information service. It has a wide range of maps and brochures, with dedicated Visitor Services Advisors who can find everything you need to know about what’s on and where to go in Sydney.
To find out more before you travel call the Darling Harbour Infoline on 1902 260 568. Call costs 55c per min, higher from payphones and mobiles.
The Centre offers a booking service for hotels, day tours, cruises and other activities. It also offers a range of exclusive souvenirs, gift items and travellers needs for your convenience.
Located under the freeway between LG IMAX Theatre and Darling Walk. Open daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm (excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday).
Ph (02) 9240 8788.
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Key Experiences
- Take a ferry, cruise, sailboat, yacht or speedboat tour from Darling Harbour.
- Learn about Aboriginal heritage at Gavala Aboriginal Art and Cultural Education Centre located within Harbourside.
- Enjoy the unique night-time visual spectacular of Darling Harbour’s Waterscreens laser show.
- Take the light rail to the Sydney Fish Market for the freshest seafood in town and join a guided tour or learn to master seafood via a gourmet cooking lesson.
- Visit Star City for the Lyric Theatre, clubs and casino.