9 unique places to shop in Parramatta
Parramatta has a vibrant economy with shops ranging from international brands to local, small businesses. Here are 9 local, quirky shops you should visit.
Parramatta has so much to offer for keen shoppers.
While you are probably familiar with the amazing variety of international brands at Westfield Parramatta, if you're looking for something a bit different to treat yourself or gift to someone, here are some of our unique, off-the-beaten track places to shop.
Berg’s Hobbies
For over 60 years, Berg’s Hobbies has been the place to go for all things “model”.
Step inside and you'll find shelves packed with model railways, radio-controlled vehicles, rocketry kits, slot cars and miniature worlds waiting to be built. The store also has slot cars and plastic kits, plus all the tools and spare parts you need to complete your latest build. It’s undoubtedly one of the best quirky gift shops for the modelling enthusiast in your life.
Berg’s Hobbies is located on 181 Church Street and is a two-minute walk from Parramatta Station.
Beatdisc Records
Beatdisc Records is the place to go for new and used vinyl records, CDs, DVDs and music memorabilia. Since 1995, Beatdisc Records has been serving music lovers and now carries over 7,000 titles in stock with a mix of international and local genres.
If you’re looking to start a collection, Beatdisc Records also sells turntables and accessories.
Beatdisc Records is located right next to Berg’s Hobbies on Church Street.
Fireworks Food
Do you love Mexican food and want to start making more authentic dishes at home? Fireworks Food has you covered. This wholesale food store has Australia’s most extensive range of chilli sauces, Mexican products and spices. Alongside the many imported goods, you’ll also find fresh food made daily such as tortillas and corn chips.
Fireworks Foods is just north of Parramatta on 217 North Rocks Road in North Rocks.
Tatra Delicatessen
Tatra Delicatessen is a Polish and European deli that offers all the best Eastern European foods. You’ll cross everything you need and more off your grocery list with this classic yet quirky shop.
Tatra Deli carefully sources products from Europe and European butchers throughout Australia that offer traditional meat cuts. You’ll find a wide selection of freshly prepared foods, including homemade dumplings and Polish doughnuts. They also stock European groceries as well as Polish and Russian foods.
Tatra Deli is located near Prince Alfred Square and the Coles on Victoria Road.
Parramatta Farmers Market
Every Wednesday morning, Centenary Square transforms into a vibrant marketplace filled with fresh produce, artisan goods and delicious food.
Local growers and producers bring seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh bread, pastries, honey, eggs and more to the heart of the CBD. It's the perfect place to grab breakfast, pick up ingredients for dinner or simply enjoy the atmosphere while supporting local producers.
The Parramatta Farmers Market operates every Wednesday from 7.30am to 2.30pm in Centenary Square.
Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc Pottery & Gallery
Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc (PCAI) is a social enterprise dedicated to making ceramics and artistic play available to everyone in the community. They offer classes, workshops and online courses. While each class has a unique focus, you’ll learn techniques around glazing, firing, surface decorations, throwing techniques, and more. PCAI also creates customised orders for cafes, restaurants, parties and gifts.
It's a welcoming space where creativity is celebrated and every handmade piece tells a story.
Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc. is located on Hunter Street, between Parramatta Park and Parramatta Station.
City of Parramatta Art Society
The City of Parramatta Art Society Inc (CPAS) is the longest-running art society in New South Wales.
They hold regular workshops and art classes at their studio to encourage artists of all ages and skill levels to enjoy the arts. They regularly showcase art through exhibitions and the Society’s Art Gallery “The Hunter Street Gallery of Fine Arts”.
The gallery is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10am to 4pm, and all artwork is for sale. Visit the gallery regularly as the displays are changed every eight weeks.
Map Centre
In a world of digital navigation, Map Centre offers a refreshing reminder that discovering new places can still start with a paper map.
True to its name, you’ll find all kinds of maps here, from topographic to 3D. Their shelves and displays are also covered in compasses, charts, world globes, guides, and so much more. Map Centre has everything you need, including a variety of coloured map pins. Map Centre is the place to go when you want to know where to go next!
Map Centre is located on Church Street near the North Parramatta Australia Post Shop.
Precision Vintage Watches
For those who appreciate timeless design and craftsmanship, Precision Vintage Watches offers a carefully curated collection of mid-century timepieces that continue to tell their stories decades later.
Specialising in watches from the 1950s through to the 1980s, the collection features iconic brands including Omega, Longines, IWC, Bulova, Rado and Seiko. Each piece reflects an era when watchmaking combined precision engineering with distinctive design.
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