Lakemba Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Trains, buses and boats all make a bee-line for Circular Quay, a place at the heart of Sydney's journeying – and so should you.
Sydney Opera House
The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
A colossus of engineering, the Harbour Bridge brings the pieces of Sydney together, and offers you a different perspective on the city's wide-angle drama.
Manly Beach
Lying just a ferry-ride away, on the north shore of Sydney's harbour, Manly will soon have you surfing and swimming – or just watching others getting all-manly.
Bondi Beach
Locals and travelers from all over the world come to worship the sun, sand and clear blue waters of Australia’s most famous beach.
Star Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Star Casino during your visit to Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Lakemba Hotel Deals
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Great staff and service!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
We had a great stay at The Shangri-La hotel. All the staff were friendly & helpful. Our room was spotless, spacious & had great views of the bridge & opera house.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Ace Hotel Sydney
Can’t fault the location or the buzzing vibe. The rooms are extremely cute and very well designed. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
The room the large, spacious, and spotless. The hotel is in a central location for meeting places for excursions and shopping areas. The staff was so courteous, kind, and helpful by calling taxis, suggestions routes, providing maps, and suggestions. Buddhi was especially helpful, when a stolen credit ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
The location is perfect for a stay close to the Airport international Terminal 1 . The hotel had all the amenities and was clean & spacious! The late night check in was very smooth. No complimentary bottled drinking water provided - tap water is good to drink.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Great stay, easy check in and out. Rooms and bathroom spotless. Bed was comfy! All staff were amazing, would definitely stay here again. Location was excellent as well, easy to walk to a variety of restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakemba
Sydney Olympic Park
Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.
Mascot
Travellers choose Mascot for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mascot Station or Domestic Airport Station and check out top sights like Meriton Retail Precinct Mascot Central.
Pyrmont
Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.
Haymarket
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Surry Hills
Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.
