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The largest and most ornate late 19th century civic building in Australia is renowned for its high Victorian interiors and rich decoration.
Features
Guided tours not included
Tours of the building are not available at the moment.Close to transport included
Public transport nearby.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access included
Hearing support system included
Onsite mobility parking included
If you hold an approved permit, you can park free for a certain period of time in designated parking zones.Level access entrance included
Accessible entry to Sydney Town Hall is available from Druitt Street. Directional signs are located around the building.
Lift included
Accessible toilets included
What’s On
- Sat23Nov
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Sydney Made 2024 Art & Design MarketThe popular Sydney Made market is back again at Sydney Town Hall this November 2024 just in time for Christmas!Sydney Town Hall - Tue26Nov
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2024 Lowy Lecture and DinnerThis year, the Lowy Lecture will be delivered by the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel.Sydney Town Hall - Sun1Dec
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Joykids – ultimate family rave party90's house music classics meets weekend family funSydney Town Hall - Wed11Dec
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Projection mapping meets walking tour in Sydney’s CBD.Part workshop, part behind the scenes, part meditation journey.Sydney Town Hall - Fri13Dec
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Seniors Christmas reception Celebrate the festive season with canapes, live music and dancing.Sydney Town Hall - Sat14Dec
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Japan Expo 2024Japan's leading exhibition showcasing tourism, products, food, culture, and so much more!Sydney Town Hall - Sat14Dec
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Japanese Kimono Competition Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate in and enjoy!Sydney Town Hall - Sat14Dec
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Masaya Kamei in Piano RecitalDon't miss the Sydney debut of young brilliant career pianist Masaya Kamei.Sydney Town Hall - Tue17Dec
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Christmas at Sydney Town Hall Christmas spectacular with the grand organ, bands and choirsSydney Town Hall - Tue17Dec
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Sydney Town Hall organ recitalsBe enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free concert in the heart of the citySydney Town Hall - Sat21Dec
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Handel's MessiahBe uplifted by this massed choir performance of Handel's immortal oratorio.Sydney Town Hall - Sat1Feb
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Elizabeth Gilbert weekend workshopJoin us in Sydney for a weekend workshop where creativity and liberation collide, unleashing your big magicSydney Town Hall - Sun2Mar
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Crystalline Resonance Final Fantasy Piano ConcertOld-time classics come to life under the fingers of virtuoso pianistsSydney Town Hall - Fri15Aug
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Sydney Tattoo ConventionImmerse yourself in Sydney's tattoo culture at Sydney Town Hall : Top artists, live shows, and endless inspiration!Sydney Town Hall
Sydney Town Hall and Town Hall House venue hire
Sydney’s grandest function venue with flexible spaces for gala dinners, weddings, conferences, concerts, exhibitions, meetings and events.
A well-known landmark on George Street
Sydney Town Hall has been a major landmark in the heart of the city for over 130 years, with its steps possibly Sydney's best-used rendezvous point. Today it is a workplace, hireable venue and a seat of local government.
The town hall was built in the 1880s on the site of an old cemetery from local Sydney sandstone.
History
History of Sydney Town HallA major landmark in the heart of the city, with its steps possibly Sydney’s most popular rendezvous point.Published 18 September 2020Things to see and do
Grand organ, Sydney Town HallWhen it was installed in 1890, the grand organ was the largest in the world and described as the ‘finest organ ever built by an English organ builder’.SydneySculptures
Sculpture in honour of MarconiA stainless steel modernist sculpture inspired by the moment Guglielmo Marconi lit up Sydney Town Hall with a radio signal from Genoa.SydneyHistory
Old Sydney burial groundSydney’s first official cemetery is where Sydney Town Hall now stands.Published 25 November 2019History
History of City of Sydney councilSydney has transformed from a penal colony in 1788 to today’s global city. Along the way it has been governed by London appointees, landed gentry and, since 1842, by a council that has been either elected or imposed by the state government.Published 18 September 2020Council governance & administration
A guide to Council decision-makingThere are different ways to participate in Council decision-making. This guide explains the types of activities we use to enable direct participation and how you can get involved.Published 17 June 2024
