Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Parramatta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Parramatta

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Oven, Club Parramatta (2 Macquarie Street) and Neyvine Seafood & Grill (320 Church St) are great picks.

When to visit Parramatta

Parramatta in January
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parramatta in January
Estimated hotel price
$176
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 13 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Parramatta include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates.

Car

Another option to get to Parramatta is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 13 miles from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and No Birds, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

When flying to Parramatta, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Parramatta include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates.

Car

Another option to get to Parramatta is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 13 miles from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and No Birds, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Parramatta

Airlines serving Parramatta

Lufthansa
Good (8,271 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,255 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,094 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,645 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,671 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,319 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,010 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,744 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,511 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,624 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,387 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
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Where to stay in Parramatta

Average rates range from around $186 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $206 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Parramatta

Most booked hotels in Parramatta

Meriton Suites Mascot Central
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$195+
Moxy Sydney Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$175+
The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$273+
PARKROYAL Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$235+
Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$174+
Meriton Suites Church Street, Parramatta
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$191+

Hiring a car in Parramatta

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $2.26 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 $27.09 and $36.12. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $2.26 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 $27.09 and $36.12. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.