Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Parramatta travel guide

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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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Parramatta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Parramatta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nick & Nora's Sydney (45 Macquarie St) and Sahra By The River (2 / 76 Phillip Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Criniti's Parramatta (328 Church St) and Colors of India (97 Victoria Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Parramatta.

When to visit Parramatta

Parramatta in July
Estimated hotel price
$195
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parramatta in July
Estimated hotel price
$195
1 night at 3-star hotel

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. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Parramatta include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Parramatta from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 30m.

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 YesDrive Car Rental 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 $272. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $178 for a journey of 1642 km.

Plane

When flying to Parramatta, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 21 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Parramatta include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Parramatta from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 30m.

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 YesDrive Car Rental 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 $272. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $178 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airports near Parramatta

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Parramatta

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Parramatta

Average rates range from around $236 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $214 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Parramatta

Hiring a car in Parramatta

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.38 and $28.50.

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.38 and $28.50.

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