Introduction
What to do
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 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
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parramatta in January
Estimated hotel price
$181
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 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 20 km from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

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 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 20 km from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Parramatta

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Parramatta

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,292 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,286 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,116 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,231 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,699 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,706 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,694 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,472 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,874 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,542 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,046 reviews)
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Where to stay in Parramatta

Average rates range from around $181 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $200 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Parramatta

Most booked hotels in Parramatta

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Meriton Suites Mascot Central
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$276+
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PARKROYAL Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$191+
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Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Pullman Sydney Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Hiring a car in Parramatta

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Parramatta.

Expect to pay $2.39 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 $28.65 and $38.20. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Parramatta.

Expect to pay $2.39 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 $28.65 and $38.20. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Parramatta

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$75/day

Intermediate SUV

Passenger van

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$93/day

Passenger van
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