About Darling Harbour


Darling Harbour - things to do including restaurants, bars and attractions.Day and night, there’s always something happening at Darling Harbour.

Transformed in the 1980s from a derelict dockyard into one of the world’s great waterfront destinations, this vibrant and modern precinct is ‘a must see’ for visitors and a favourite playground for Sydneysiders and their guests.

Whatever your interests, you’ll find something to delight: excellent attractions, world-class museums, exceptional shopping and a year round calendar of free outdoor events. 

For superb waterside dining – from a lunch break to a special meal – Darling Harbour has more than 100 restaurants, cafés and take away outlets offering everything from pasta and pretzels to authentic Asian and contemporary Australian cuisine.

Quality hotels and serviced apartments located in Darling Harbour offer singles, couples and families the chance to ‘stay where you play’ right in the middle of all the action and with spectacular views of the harbour and city skyline from each hotel.

The winner of dozens of design, construction and tourism awards, Darling Harbour is also home to the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Australia's premier convention and exhibition venue. Its fun and sociable atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for inner-city residents, from a fun night out to a weekend stroll with the family.
 
Getting to Darling Harbour is easy. It’s a five minute walk from the city or you can arrive by ferry or water taxi, the Monorail or Metro Light Rail. Secure parking stations and a full range of public amenities are available.
 
Sydney’s favourite playground is waiting for you!  Come and play it your way at Darling Harbour today.

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