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Discover Parramatta

Discover Parramatta in all its glory, including restaurants and activities for the whole family. Click here and plan ahead to make the most of your day.

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See and Do

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Family Fun

Parramatta has so many fun things to see and do for families. Explore what Parramatta's got going on for kids of all ages.

Nature & Parks

With so many parks, bushland, flora and fauna to discover, Parramatta has plenty of beautiful places to get into nature.

Neighbourhoods

Connected to the Parramatta CBD is a diverse range of friendly neighbourhoods with plenty of local gems to explore. 

Arts & Culture

Parramatta is a multicultural mosaic with so many stories to tell. An artistic hub where people create and inspire, we are bursting with energy and live life full colour.

Shopping & Markets

Shop til you drop in Parramatta, from our mega Westfield to our Farmers' Markets, to our quirky independent local stores. There's something for everyone!

Museums

Engage with history, science and culture at our museums. With construction on our world-class Powerhouse Museum to be completed in 2023, Parramatta will be home to the biggest museum in NSW.

Nightlife

Parramatta's nightlife is thriving. Light up your night at one of our buzzing bars and pubs, come to a festival or support local talent with our growing live music scene.

Wellness & Relaxation

Revitalise your mind, body and spirit with Parramatta's wellness and relaxation activities.
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Eat and Drink

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Restaurants & Cafes

A foodie hub, Parramatta has so many amazing restaurants and cafes to explore with cuisines from around the world. Let us help you decide where to go for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Bars & Pubs

Eat, drink and be merry at Parramatta's range of bars and pubs. In the Parramatta LGA there are watering holes to suit every occasion.

Cheap Eats

Affordable food is back on the menu with these top picks for cheap eats in Parramatta for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Sweets & Desserts

If you have a sweet tooth or fancy a pick-me-up, we've got you covered with our local sweets and dessert eateries.

Top Picks

We've done the research and picked a selection of the best of the bunch when it comes to finding amazing places to eat and things to see and do.
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Sports & Recreation

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UFC Gym Parramatta

Universal Fitness

CommBank Stadium

Sydney Showground AKA GIANTS Stadium

Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Accor Stadium
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History & Heritage

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Historical Places

A central meeting place for the Burramattagal people for more than 60,000 years, an ancient heartbeat now drives a new vitality and energy into our historical places in Parramatta.

Tours

Explore Parramatta on foot with a knowledgeable tour guide to learn more about the history, stories and cultures of the City and its surrounds.

Museums

Engage with history, science and culture at our museums. With construction on our world-class Powerhouse Museum to be completed in 2023, Parramatta will be home to the biggest museum in NSW.
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Blog

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January 18 2023
6 mins read
Arts and Culture | Lunar New Year

Our Favourite Lunar New Year Recipes

Enjoy some of our favourite traditional recipes that are made around the Lunar New Year festivals. Below you'll find some of these amazing recipes to share with family and friends to bring you luck and prosperity for the coming year. 
January 18 2023
3 mins read
Arts and Culture | Lunar New Year

8 ways to enjoy Lunar New Year at Parramatta

Lunar New Year is celebrated throughout many Asian cultures. The festival begins on the first new moon and ends on the first full moon of the Lunar calendar, 15 days later. 
January 18 2023
1 min read
Arts and Culture | Lunar New Year

Greetings & Pronunciations

Impress your family and friends by learning how to say Happy Lunar New Year in 5 different languages!
January 18 2023
3 mins read
Arts and Culture | Lunar New Year

Dos and Don'ts of Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated throughout many Asian cultures Celebrated around the world, Lunar New Year festivities are a time for food, family, religious ceremony, and honouring ancestors.
August 4 2022
4 mins read
Nature and Parks

Native birds and animal species to look out for along Parramatta River

Ahead of World Animal Day on Sunday October 4, we’re celebrating the unique native bird and animal species who live in our very own little nook of the world.
August 1 2022
1 min read
See and Do | Neighbourhoods

Harris Park Heritage Trail

This self-guided 2.4km Heritage Walk heads east along the river from Parramatta Wharf to Harris Park to discover some of Parramatta's significant historical sites.
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City of Parramatta Council acknowledges the Dharug people who are the traditional custodians of the land of Parramatta. Council pays respect to the elders past and present of the Dharug nation and extends that respect to other Aboriginal people visiting this site.