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
Rated out of 5
To be true, not what I remember of how Paddy's Markets ground floor look like. Gone were the old ragged style stalls. The stores are nice and tidy now. With the additional of the food area made it welcoming.
Boon Hoe Chew - 2 weeks ago
Located at 9/13 Hay Street, Haymarket, New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺
These markets are probably Sydney’s most iconic. They are undergoing a transformation. It’s turning into a great Food and Beverage hub that has a great selection of food hawker style stalls to choose from. This is known as Hay St Market and is open 7 days. You still have the market stalls selling everything from tourist souvenirs, novelty costumes, sunglasses, clothing, leather goods and so much more. I feel it’s not a place to go to if you want good quality products or arts and crafts but you might find something that interests you. There’s also a fresh produce section and fish 🐟 market. Above the markets is Market City Shopping Centre and the Asian Food Court. It’s definitely worth a visit and so easy to get to with the light rail just outside. Thumbs up! 👍👍👍
Nerine Cummins - 4 months ago
Delicious food, cheap souvenirs, food market (think fresh produce) and plenty of shopping upstairs 😄
There is plenty of seating where the food stalls are, differently styles of seating perfect for different sized groups.
Definitely spend an afternoon here browsing.
Highly recommend the curry stall!!!
Jade Gerrard - a month ago
Busy and lively market with plenty of stalls — from fresh produce to clothes, gifts, and food. Great place to wander and shop for bargains. It does get very crowded (as you can see from the queues), so be prepared to wait if you’re after something popular. Overall, worth visiting for the variety and atmosphere.
Tessa Holy - 2 weeks ago
Super cute things! Affordable souvenirs, just shop around first and come back to the things you liked. We found that some items that were exactly the same were higher prices elsewhere and the same print could be on different types of totes, etc.
Kim Yung - a month ago
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
