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. Parramatta deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 June
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parramatta in June
Estimated hotel price
$161
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 Hawaiian Airlines.

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 Turo and Budget, 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 Hawaiian Airlines.

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 Turo and Budget, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Parramatta

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Parramatta

KLM
Good (1,422 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,998 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,059 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,794 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,675 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,034 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,046 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,497 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,476 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,354 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,409 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (898 reviews)
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Where to stay in Parramatta

Average rates range from around $213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $190 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)
$184+
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Moxy Sydney Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Meriton Suites Church Street, Parramatta
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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PARKROYAL Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$168+
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The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$339+
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Hiring a car in Parramatta

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $112 per day, on average, or $224 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.65 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 $19.69 and $26.26. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Parramatta costs $112 per day, on average, or $224 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.65 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 $19.69 and $26.26. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Parramatta

Pick-up truck

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$67/day

Pick-up truck

Full-size SUV

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$89/day

Full-size SUV
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