Paddy's Market
A Sydney icon, Paddy's Market features bargains galore
Located in Chinatown in the lower level of Market City, Paddy's Market has been a Sydney institution going all the way back to 1834. Beginning as a Saturday Market where people could come and trade their wares and farm produce, Paddy's Market was,and continues to be, a vital part of Sydney's economy.
While Paddy's Markets were an outdoor venue over most of their history, people can now appreciate the convenience of the current indoor location in any type weather.
Paddy's Market is huge. With stalls set up by a wide range of independent entrepreneurs, you will find a wide range of goods here, from the mainstay of fresh produce and fish, to clothing, housewares and electronics. Tourists will appreciate the great selection of souvenirs representing Australia and Sydney, often at bargain prices. For sure there are some good deals to be had here. Whether or not you are buying anything Paddy's Market is a fun place to explore.
Nearby attractions: Paddy's Market, Chinatown, Powerhouse Museum, Capitol Theatre, Chinese Gardens and Darling Harbour.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoPaddy's Market Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Shop R1.05/13 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
Phone: (02) 9325 6200
Official Website: Paddy's Market
Paddy's Market Reviews
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Visited the place on 19 Feb 2026, 3rd Day of Chinese Lunar New Year and 1st Day of Muslim Ramadhan.
It was first time visiting the place, not difficult to find the place, we took the Light Rail 2 stops from QVB.
It took us few minutes to find the Paddy's Market as we entered from the main road to the side building. It was so cool as outside was scotching hote. The mall was clean, neat & spacious. There were signage leading us to the UG of the markets.
There were so many Souvenirs to choose with!
The vegetable market was also fantastic! Sonny fresh veggies & fruits, we bought Tasmanian Cherry for $18/kg
Love the Market...don't miss it
Mustafa Zainudin - 3 weeks ago
This is the place to be when buying souvenirs to bring home. Much better priced than the ones in the airport. Quality is fairly good as well and the place is clean too.
Its close to Chinatown so you can go around and explore before/after shopping.
Jonathan Jubida - 3 weeks ago
This is a very good place to shop for those who would like to hunt for ingredients for Chinese cuisines and understanding Chinese immigrants in Sydne. Variety of seasonal fruits and ingredients for Chinese dishes can be found here. Prices are cheaper and fresher than listed in the local supermarkets if you minus the air-conditioned. Besides fresh products, you can find all Australia souvenirs at the other end of the markets. Within the market, you can also find local and western food in cafe at one side of the market. Famous cheese cafe, pizza cafe, Chinese beef soup noodles... of course wine, beers and coffees are not indispensable. This is must visit place in Sydney. Prepare to spend at least half a day here for shopping, lunch and cafe if you feel tired after walking. Market open from Wed to Sun, 10am to 6pm. Dinning area close later.
There is a aircond shopping mall next to the market called Market City. You can find different Asia food in their food court and also a Chinese Supermarkets located here with all source of items from drinks, fruits, bakery, cooking ingredients,.Chinese spices, household items, fresh meats... prices are more higher compared with next door wet market. Option to plan for your 2nd half of the day after your morning shopping for your gifts and fresh fruits... back to Market City for some aircond eating at the food court, do some shopping in this 2-3 level stores.
Michele Chen - a month ago
Love the food court here. Most of the options have halal food with a halal certificate nicely framed in front of the stalls. But what's even more impressive is how fresh and delicious all the options are.
In London we love food courts/markets so I was excited to see the same concept here, half way across the world!!
The vendors are also so friendly and helpful.
Mana Jalali - 3 months ago
Best part of the market is the foodcourt, loved how all stalls are themed and designed. Lots of varieties of food from Asian, Mexican, pastries, seafood etc. walk further in and there’ll be lots of souvenir stores and goods, a smaller corner for produce and seafood/meat. Much smaller than Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne but the foodcourt is worth a visit. More shops and foodcourt on the upper levels but we only went to the ground floor.
M J - 2 months ago
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Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail L1 | Paddys Markets | 0 minutes |
| T1, T2, T3, T4, T8, or T9 | Central Station | 9 minutes |
How to get to Paddy's Market by Train
By Light Rail L1: exit at the Paddy's Markets stop which is right in front of the market.
By Train: exit at Central Station, transfer to an L1 Light Rail Train at the north end of the Station and take it to the Paddy's Markets stop.
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You can save up to 50% off souvenirs at Paddy's Market cc licensed photo by Kyle Taylor -
You can spend hours and hours exploring all the booths inside Paddy's Marketplace cc licensed photo by Master Man

