Top 5 Things to Do
Ideally located in cosmopolitan Surry Hills, The Sebel Surry Hills Sydney hotel offers spacious Sydney accommodation, conveniently located only minutes from the shopping and dining areas of Oxford and Crown Street.
Close to the Entertainment Centre, Capital Theatre, Fox Studios and the Hordern Pavilion and all the latest shows and concerts.
Darling Harbour and Sydney Aquarium and Wildlife World are on the door step of this popular Sydney hotel.
Sydney sporting venue's including the Sydney Football Stadium and Sydney Cricket Ground are only a stone’s throw away from this stylish hotel.
Central Railway Station is only 200 metres away ensuring easy access to the Sydney Olympic Park and Acer Arena.
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Shop Till You Drop!
Experience Sydney shopping at its best!
Discover Sydney's best shopping on the door step of The Sebel Surry Hills Sydney hotel.
Visit fashion warehouses and factory outlets nestled in and around Surry Hills and explore the trendy fashion houses along Oxford and Crown Streets, just minutes away…
Why not book a shopping tour or take a short walk to one of our lively markets for some local bargains!
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Darling Harbour, Sydney Aquarium, Wildlife World
Meet the locals, dine with the sharks or enjoy what the Harbour has to offer
Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is one of the world's greatest waterfront destinations and the home of many famous Sydney activities.
With its spectacular harbour setting, Darling Harbour has many of Australia's key tourist attractions in addition to being a favourite place for Sydneysiders to spend their time unwinding and celebrating.
Just 10 minutes walk from The Sebel Surry Hills Sydney, it's a travellers dream.
Take a tour of a real submarine at the Maritime Museum, soak up the sun while relaxing in the Chinese Gardens, or take the Monorail for a bird's eye view of Sydney. These famous Sydney attractions will make your city visit enjoyable and unforgettable.
Whatever your taste, Darling Harbour has a range of activities, from family groups to the individual explorer, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Aquarium & Sydney Wildlife World
Sydney Aquarium & Sydney Wildlife World is home to over 12,000 Australian animals including sharks and rays, platypus, seals, fairy penguins, crocodiles, koala, kangaroos and much more.
Only ten minutes from the front door, nowhere else will you find a larger collection of Australian wildlife. Walk underwater at the Aquarium, explore our rich and diverse aquatic life and habitats, marine ecosystems and unique aquatic environments.
Next door at Sydney Wildlife World pat the cuddly koalas, see and touch the hundreds of spectacular butterflies in their huge two-storey habitat, come face to face with a python or watch the array of colours as the birds swoop over your head during the daily interactive bird shows.
When you finish your wild explorations, venture next door and try a game of bowling or pool at Strike Bowling Bar or put your feet up and watch a movie at the world famous IMAX Theatre!
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Sporting Action in Sydney
Stay close to the action at The Sebel Surry Hills Sydney
Sydney Football Stadium (SFS)
The Sydney Football Stadium was constructed in 1988 and has been host to many events including the 2000 Olympic Games Football matches, open-air concerts, and recreational activities such as International and National Rugby Union (IRU & ARU), National Rugby League (NRL) and Soccer. Situated minutes from our stylish Sydney hotel, SFS and the Sydney Cricket Ground are located next door to each other and stand alongside a wide range of facilities such as tennis courts, golfing range, horse riding, Centennial Park, Fox Studios and The Entertainment Quarter.
Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
Sydney Cricket Ground is one of the most prestigious sporting venues in Sydney.
Established in 1810, it was the home of the first Commonwealth Games, and has since become a known venue for accommodating such large acts as The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Elton John and Michael Jackson. Take the SCG Tour Experience and visit the players' dressing rooms, Member's stand, the Walk of Honour, Museum and its friendly "ghosts", and feel part of the game running out onto the pitch in this informative and entertaining world-class tour.
ANZ Stadium
The ANZ Stadium was opened in 1999 as the main centrepiece for the 2000 Olympic and Paralympics Games. It is surrounded by a major urban renewal project now known as Sydney Olympic Park.
ANZ Stadium hosts four brands of football each year and has set numerous International and National records for crowd attendance. As well as sports, the stadium holds extreme sports, motorcycle speedway and concerts.
Take the Explore Tour and follow in the footsteps of the heroes of the 2000 Olympic Games. See the grounds where sports stars psyche themselves up before a big game and why ANZ Stadium is considered one of the world's finest and most technologically advanced of its kind!
Royal Randwick Racecourse
Catch a bus direct from Central Station to the glamour and excitement of being trackside at Royal Randwick Racecourse.
Enjoy an exciting day out watching Australia's top racing champions, jockeys and trainers in action. Take in the colours, the smells, the bookies, the punters, the people, and join the roaring crowds as the tightly bunched field of horses round the last bend with a thunder of hooves!
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Sydney Event Venues
So much entertainment, so little time!
Capitol Theatre
Sydney’s Capitol Theatre has a rich history which dates back more than 100 years.
Less than 5 minutes walk, this magnificent theatre has a colourful past, and has evolved into one of the nation’s theatrical icons, being the only atmospheric theatre in the country.
So don’t just come for the show – come for a great and total night out! Get there early and enjoy a relaxing drink with friends before the show in the elegant and magnificent bars.
Entertainment Centre
The Sydney Entertainment Centre's location is one of convenience. Situated on the fringe of Chinatown, adjacent to Darling Harbour and a short walk to the CBD, the Centre truly captures the liveliness and colour that is Sydney.
Primarily recognised as a venue to host concerts, family shows and sporting events, the Sydney Entertainment Centre also specialises in staging corporate events - in particular conferences, seminars, product launches and elaborate banquets.
Entertainment Quarter | Fox Studios
Sitting alongside the SFS and SCG, The Entertainment Quarter houses enough entertainment to amuse every member of the family.
Ever wanted to be a trapeze artist? Have a go at walking the high wire in the Fly Motion Zone, or catch some air on the super fast, 40 foot high Big Air Slide. If you're in need of some relaxing retail therapy, the EQ Markets combine the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of the weekly Fresh Produce Markets, with the eclectic mix of Sunday's Bent St Bazaar. If that's not enough, there are two cinema complexes to choose from as well as cafes, retail outlets and plenty of live entertainment.
Acer Arena
Acer Arena is the largest indoor live entertainment and sporting arena in Australia. Standing alongside the ANZ Stadium and within the heart of Sydney Olympic Park, it is accessible by train from Central Station with direct service for major events.
Opened in 1999 with a gala performance by Luciano Pavarotti, it was one of the major venues for the 2000 Olympics and has hosted events including supercross, tennis, rock concerts, arena musicals, religious services, school spectaculars and banquets.
Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre is positioned in one of the best meeting environments in the world – Darling Harbour. Within it one of Sydney's best-kept secrets is the extensive art collection permanently on display, which captures both Sydney and the Australian landscape and reflects the venue's commitment to its city.
Among the works on display are works by renowned Australian artists Brett Whiteley, John Olsen, Charles Blackman, Lloyd Rees, Tim Storrier, and Ken Done, alongside compelling works by Aboriginal Australians, including Gloria Petyarre and Ronnie Tjampitjinpa.
As well as these stunning modern pieces, the Centre hosts many Sydney activities and events each year such as the Mind, Body and Spirit Festival, Australian Fitness Expo as well as many workshops and conferences.
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Restaurant and Bars
Intimate dinner or night on the town - Sydney has a taste for every palate!
Crown and Oxford Street
The hub of eclectic cafes and Sydney’s prestigious night clubs belongs to Crown Street and Oxford Street.
Grab a group of friends and take a walk to one of the many local pubs or cocktail bars for 'Happy Hour', then dance up a storm at one of the countless nightclubs that adorn the area.
Chinatown
As the name suggests, Chinatown is all things Chinese.
Head down to Dixon Street for an authentic Yum Cha or Imperial Banquet, visit one of the various bakeries for a world-famous egg custard tart on the go, or head straight to a Karaoke Bar for a night of fun and laughs!
King Street Wharf
The waterfront restaurants and bars at King Street Wharf are one of Sydney's best locations for soaking up the warmer weather.
Whether you are looking for the ideal location for a business lunch, a casual catch up with friends, spending the afternoon with a lazy cocktail or two, or looking for that perfect spot to party the night away, King Street Wharf's sensational promenade won’t let you down.
Cockle Bay
With its alluring array of restaurants, bars, cafes, takeaways and event venues, Cockle Bay Wharf provides the perfect backdrop to anyone's day or night.
Treat your sweet side to a dark hot chocolate at the all-chocolate café, enjoy some of Sydney's best steak, or tantalise your taste buds in the Temple of Love with an intimate dinner of delicious hawker-style Malaysian cuisine.
When you've finished, burn it all off at the city's most dynamic nightclub providing the final bang to your evening.
Darling Harbour
With so many restaurants and cafes to choose from featuring flavours from around the world, you can indulge in an intimate dinner for two, enjoy a long lunch, celebrate a special occasion with friends and family or just grab a snack in-between enjoying the many things to do and see at Sydney's Darling Harbour.
Enjoy Sydney's best fish and chips, eat pancakes at any time of the day, visit the Cigar Loft, or try out your salsa skills against the real professionals.
