Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is an exciting and vibrant part of Sydney and is home to many major attractions
Darling Harbour is a great place for a stroll along the Sydney waterfront, but be prepared to be distracted by its many activities including tourist attractions, dining, shopping, nightlife, festivals and more. There is almost no end of things to see and do in and around this exciting and vibrant part of Sydney where there are lots of things are happening both day and night.
Located at the western periphery of the Central Business District and the northern edge of Chinatown, Darling Harbour is very central and very easy to access by public transport. A Cinderella story, Darling Harbour was transformed from a decommissioned and run down NSW Railway's marshalling and freight yard, into a beautiful pedestrian friendly part of Sydney that is now very popular with tourists and locals alike. You can catch a Ferry at the Pyrmont Bay or King Street Wharf and enjoy a view of the harbour from the perspective of the water. You will often see a large cruise ship berthed on the east side of the harbour, an area now known as Barangaroo.
The harbour extends along both sides of Cockle Bay and beyond and offers a pleasant place to stroll and access to many of Sydney's major attractions. At the south end of Cockle Bay you will find the Sydney Visitor Centre and a little beyond that on the other side of Tumbalong Park you can enjoy a visit to the beautiful Chinese Garden of Friendship.
During the month of December there are fireworks every Saturday beginning about 9pm. For more information about events happening in and around Darling Harbour you may want to check out their official website: Darling Harbour.
Nearby attractions: Chinese Gardens, Imax Theatre, Sydney Aquarium, Wild Life Sydney, Madame Tussauds, Australian National Maritime Museum, Star Casino and Lyric Theatre, Sydney Town Hall and St Andrew's Cathedral.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee:Address: Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Phone: (02) 9240 8500
Official Website: Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour Reviews
Rated out of 5
Beautiful place to soak in Sydney's stunning skyline especially at night. Lots of entertainment, dining and accommodation options around. Get some wonderful photos against this magnificent backdrop.
Pankaj - a week ago
Darling Harbor is such a beautiful port
The water quality is very blue and beautiful🤩
Taking a boat here makes the whole trip more relaxing😎
And it costs more than $8.75 to take the boat on the day
There is no need to spend other expenses
Very suitable for family travel together
Especially families with children
Take your kids on a boat ride to see the beautiful waters
I felt relaxed over the weekend
You can also let the child be quiet for dozens of minutes
Definitely a great choice😂
I also highly recommend asking friends to go on holiday together.
Take nice photos and chat
Look at the scenery👍👍👍
Allen Huang - 2 weeks ago
Darling Harbour is an absolutely must see when you’re in Sydney.
It’s a trendy area full of life especially in the evenings. There are many good restaurants with a wide variety of food options.
The harbour is surrounded by beautiful buildings with interesting architecture and the view is stunning both during the day and at night. I recommend a walk on Pyrmont Bridge if you have time. The view is amazing from there.
There are a lot of activities around, both for families and couples. Check their website
Pia Cristina - 2 weeks ago
With our limited time in Sydney, we took a short afternoon dinner cruise out of Darling Harbor. It was a beautiful way to enjoy the water and the scenery. We were able to wander the area a bit after disembarking, and I would recommend that visitors take some time to explore. We had to leave before sunset, but we heard that this place is especially lovely after dark when things light up.
Laurel T - a month ago
Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail - L1 | Harbourside or Pyrmont Bay | 0 minutes |
| L2, T1, T2, T3 or T4 | Town Hall | 7 minutes |
| T1, T2, T3 or T8 | Wynward | 7 minutes |
How to get to Darling Harbour by Train
By Light Rail: Two Light Rail Stations on Line 1 serve the Pyrmont (west) side of Darling Harbour and access to the harbourside is evident as soon as you exit.
By Train or Light Rail L2: From Town Hall Station, walk north to Druitt Street and proceed west watching for the pedestrian ramp off to your right. Follow the ramp to the harbourside. From Wynward Station go right (south) on York Street then right again on Erskine Street and continue to the Wharfs (either is about a 7 minute walk).
You can also get access to Darling Harbour via pedestrian ramps from Market Street or King Street.
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