Whatever the celebration; a milestone birthday, a Christmas party for your office, an engagement or a social occasion, use the venue finder above to find the right venue for your event. With an amazing array of Sydney venues to choose from, check out our top picks of party venues below.
Sydney has it all! Venues with harbour views, Pacific Ocean views, world class catering, urban, chic, historic and unique. Looking for a specific location or amenities? No worries, just use the search above to explore more great party venues.
This flexible venue offers iconic, uninterrupted views across Darling Harbour, blending indoor and outdoor spaces for the ultimate party venue.
As night falls, the large cocktail bar illuminates and is accessible from all areas of the room. Your guests can move freely and unwind on comfortable couches or high-tops, both indoors and outdoors, all while enjoying the harbour views.
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The Rook is one of Sydney’s most sought-after rooftop venues, tucked away above the busy York Street. It is renowned for its excellent bar food, delicious cocktails, and a bespoke range of liquors.
Perfect for a fun-filled, relaxed event, The Rook offers skyline and star views through its atrium-style retractable rooftop. Hiring the entire venue, including the main bar and dining room, provides an ideal indoor/outdoor space, allowing guests to escape the CBD hustle while remaining in the city’s heart. It accommodates 70 seated guests and 120 standing guests.
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Have a special occasion to celebrate? The covered balcony at Manly Yacht Club has the best views in town and the ability to customise your event with your own styling, catering and drinks.
This waterfront venue with a Sydney Harbour vista can accommodate up to 60 people in a cocktail style party. If you have a bigger party to throw, you can hire the entire yacht club and enjoy the charm of the heritage listed building as well as the view.
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This has been a classic Sydney CBD event space spanning over 100 years. The Bar is a beautiful bright bar and open air courtyard lending itself to cocktail parties, celebrations, birthdays and corporate parties up to 50 people standing.
Steeped in history, The Royal Exchange of Sydney oozes a certain sophistication. The flexible floor plan also includes a grand dining room and a private dining room.
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The Alcott means ‘from the old cottage’. Surrounded by history; it’s a place where mid-century design intersects with contemporary style for “old-school cool”.
The Sirocco Room at The Alcott accommodates up to 120 guests seated and 200 guests standing. It’s a popular space for milestone birthdays and weddings to workshops and training days. Thy also have two smaller rooms available for more intimate events. The Alcott help you with all aspects of your event including food and beverage to AV and entertainment.
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Located in heart of Barangaroo and claiming the best views in Sydney (and they are pretty sublime), 12-Micron overlooks the western side of Sydney Harbour. Their selection of function and event spaces accommodate a variety of events and dining experiences.
With a large function room, a bar, private dining room and a semi-private functions area to choose from, you and your guests will be treated to the luxe experience of the views through the floor to ceiling windows, stylish finishes and exceptional contemporary dining.
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Perhaps someone is leaving the team or your’ve had a good win, it’s your co-workers birthday or you’ve simply survived the week. Stitch Bar is one of those places that has a secret little corner for you and your buddies to raise a glass and enjoy some honest food whatever the occasion (or non-occasion).
The Whiskey Room is furnished with vintage couches and small tables (can be reserved exclusively for 10-12 guests). The Cell is a secluded area with a long table that can seat 6-10 people for an exclusive dinner. The Back Room caters for bigger groups (26 seated dinner or 36 for a cocktail event). The Common Room is the largest area available for groups and comprises of intimate tables and comfy leather booths (hosts up to 44 seated dinner, or 55 for a cocktail/canape function).
Stitch Bar is located at 61 York Street, down a grand staircase. The cocktail bar is a popular drinking den and serves American diner-style food.
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Located on the stunning Sydney Harbour waterfront in Woolloomooloo, this venue has a long-established reputation as a favourite for functions, special occasions, and corporate dinners. It offers an unrivalled waterfront location, perfect for enjoying the unique atmosphere of Sydney Harbour.
Reserve the entire outdoor terrace exclusively for large seated or cocktail-style events, accommodating 130 standing guests or 100 seated guests. The entire venue, inside and out is also available for exclusive use.
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Overlooking World Square, The Front Bar at The Cidery Bar & Kitchen is a cosy nightspot for parties, celebrations and after work events.The interior emulates an urban appearance with oak and copper tones, herringbone flooring, and a unique bar made with brass pipes and bridge timbers.
The Front Bar includes tables and couches and is a contemporary open-plan function space suited for groups between 10 and 60 guests. For larger events, the whole bar venue can be hired. Share platters, canapes and beverage packages are available.
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In the heart of Potts Point, the warm and inviting New Hampton Hotel is a favourite spot for a diverse range of functions. From Christmas parties and birthday milestones to formal dinners and cocktail parties, the venue offers various spaces and packages to suit your needs.
With a helpful event manager to assist, host a small gathering or a large event up to 500 guests. The New Hampton Hotel features stone walls, couches and a cosy atmosphere.
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Cargo, located with views of Darling Harbour, offers an exclusive venue for events. The central bar ensures accessibility from all areas, while the venue’s expansive indoor and outdoor spaces provide ample room for guests.
This two-level venue is ideal for various events, including Christmas parties, birthdays, engagements, and corporate functions. To begin planning, request the function pack for detailed information.
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