During the day, explore the Harbour in the sunshine and absorb the buzzing, vibrant atmosphere. Walk to Pyrmont Point Park, situated right on the harbour for panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge, the sparkling harbour waters and North Sydney. Hire a charter boat, stop at significant Sydney locations with a Sydney Harbour Eco Hopper, or go on a harbourside cruise into the evening so you catch the sunset over the water.
As the sun sets, the Harbour truly comes to life. The waterfront becomes a bed for the thousands of dancing lights that spill across the esplanade. Dance and groove to a mix of electronic jazz, reggae mixes and afro beats at the Cherry Bar, or Pyrmont Bridge Hotel for a classic pub. Star Casino is also a short walk away.
Within walking distance of Darling Harbour are some important cultural spots, including the Powerhouse Museum, the Sydney Town Hall and St Andrew’s Cathedral. All three are vital destinations to discover on your own or with a guided tour in order to learn a bit more about Sydney’s history.
If you love to eat, you’ve found the right spot. Visit Pyrmont’s authentic Fish Markets that have some of Sydney’s best yum cha enclaves and endless choices of fresh fish. Momofuku Seiobo is David Chang’s only restaurant outside of New York City – so eat until your heart’s content. Flying Fish is known for what a seafood restaurant should be, while Sokyo specialises in Japanese delicacies, including the best Japanese-style breakfast around.
See more of Sydney and Pyrmont in a rental car. Take a drive across Sydney’s iconic Harbour Bridge and drive to visit the famous Sydney Opera House. Take a tour of the Opera House and stop by the Opera Bar for delicious snacks and stunning views. If you’re keen to maximise your time exploring the Harbour, Sydney’s BridgeClimb allows you to journey to the top of the Harbour Bridge for a sweeping outlook of the city, harbour and beyond.
Still further within Sydney’s CBD are the fascinating historical locations of Potts Point and The Rocks. Discover heritage listed buildings and visit the weekly markets in the Rocks for hand-crafted products and talented artists at work.
Hire a rental car in Pyrmont and enjoy Darling Harbour and all that Sydney has to offer at your leisure.
