Parramatta travel guide
Parramatta Tourism | Parramatta Guide
You're Going to Love Parramatta
With a population of 19.745, Parramatta is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Parramatta to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Parramatta
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Oven, Club Parramatta (2 Macquarie Street) and Touka Japanese Yakiniku Restaurant and Bar (Shop 2, 2 Horwood Pl) are great picks.
When to visit Parramatta
How to Get to Parramatta
Plane
When flying to Parramatta, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Parramatta from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 25h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Parramatta is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 20 km from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.
Bus
Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Parramatta. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Parramatta takes 1159 km and will cost you around €152. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about €129 for a journey of 1642 km.
Airlines serving Parramatta
Where to stay in Parramatta
Average rates range from around €157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €119 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Parramatta
Hiring a car in Parramatta
Expect to pay €1.09 per litre in Parramatta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €12.98 and €17.31. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.