Paddington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Paddington
Paddington
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Paddington showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Style runs deep in Paddington, the inner-eastern hub for Sydney’s fashion-forward denizens.

Infused with European chic, this neighbourhood has leafy promenades lined with designer fashion houses and one-of-a-kind boutiques. Check out bustling markets and chat with up-and-coming Aussie designers. Explore streets peppered with gorgeous old Victorian homes and corner pubs. Veer off the main road to take a breather in Paddington’s spacious parks and gardens or pull up a chair in one of the local cafés and bars.

Popular places to visit

Roof parapets of multicolored heritage buildings on Oxford Street, Paddington. Sydney-Australia-699

Oxford Street

During your visit to Sydney, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Oxford Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.

Oxford Street
Paddington Markets which includes markets and street scenes

Paddington Markets

Support emerging designers and local community causes at one of Sydney’s original art and craft markets, featuring over 150 stalls.

Paddington Markets
Circular Quay showing street scenes, a city and a sunset

Circular Quay

Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.

Circular Quay
Sydney Opera House showing a bay or harbor, modern architecture and a monument

Sydney Opera House

Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.

Sydney Opera House
Sydney Harbour Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a sunset

Sydney Harbour Bridge

An iconic structure on a beautiful harbour with breath-taking views at any time of day or night. Climb it, walk it, photograph it or just stand back and admire it.

Sydney Harbour Bridge
Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, boating and swimming

Manly Beach

Resplendent with golden sandy beaches, crystal blue seas perfect for swimming and surfing, and the best bars, shopping and views around. Welcome to Manly Beach.

Manly Beach

Activities

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

AU$85
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Sydney Flexi Pass

Sydney Flexi Pass - Pick 3, 5, or 7 Experiences

AU$159
per adult
Sydney Flexi Pass - Pick 3, 5, or 7 Experiences
Rigoletto at the Sydney Opera House

Rigoletto at the Sydney Opera House

AU$299
per traveller
Rigoletto at the Sydney Opera House
Admission to the Gentleman Magician's Magical Soirée

Admission to the Gentleman Magician's Magical Soirée

AU$47
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Admission to the Gentleman Magician's Magical Soirée
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Sydney Harbour Ferry Return

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Sydney Harbour Ferry Return

AU$75
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Sydney Harbour Ferry Return
Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

AU$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry
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Our pick of the best Paddington Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is AU$322 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$322
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,560 reviews)
Staff gave us a special wonderful room with a few We really appreciate that and enjoyed our entire stsy.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$230 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$230
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,593 reviews)
The room was straight out of the 60's and tired. Got email from hotel after checking out that hotel was just purchased and needs refurbishing. If that's the case why are you charging full fare. If I order a steak at a restaurant and they run out they don't serve me a hamburger and still charge me ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
47 Wentworth Ave Sydney NSW
The price is AU$288 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$288
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (869 reviews)
Great hotel, very well located. Would definitely stay here again. We paid extra for the balcony but the view definitely wasn’t worth it.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Ace Hotel Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$269
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,940 reviews)
Lily at reception was lovely and friendly. Hotel room was well appointed and in good lication

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is AU$259 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$259
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,065 reviews)
The Rydges Sydney Airport is located perfectly at the international terminal. Thecomfortable beds and quiet rooms are the only good thing now. The self checkin process is appalling, obviously another way to decrease staff and make more money without a drop in price for the room. I still like this ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is AU$383 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$383
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,113 reviews)
This is an exceptional hotel, immaculate with brilliant staff and service

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around Paddington

Darlinghurst showing a city

Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to William Street and Crown Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills
Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city

Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

Pyrmont
Darling Harbour featuring night scenes, city views and a bay or harbour

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour

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