Parklea 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.
Taronga Zoo
The bush-land Zoo-in-the-city that is home to an amazing Australian wildlife experience
Activities
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House
Our pick of the best Parklea Hotel Deals
View Sydney
The proximity of the walking distance to the train was an invaluable as it made traveling easy during our 5 day stay. The scenery of the Sydney bridge and Luna park from the hotel room, patio in front of the hotel, and from the LB restaurant was incredible view. The hotel staff were extremely professional. ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney
Fantastic
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Citadines Walker North Sydney
Good location, close to train station and amenities. Nice staff, gym is decent. Breakfast is a bit disappointing as it is a bistro style with limited choice.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
PARKROYAL Parramatta
Ok
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites North Sydney
Great staff with clean room
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Quest North Sydney
Free room upgrade on check-in
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parklea
Parramatta
Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and CommBank Stadium while you're in town.
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.
Penrith
Unique features of Penrith include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Westfield Penrith Shopping Centre or Panthers World of Entertainment while you're exploring the area.
North Sydney
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to North Sydney. A stop by North Sydney Oval or Port Jackson Bay might round out your trip.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Pyrmont
Star Casino and Sydney Fish Market 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.
