Surry Hills Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Surry Hills
Surry Hills
Surry Hills
Surry Hills which includes outdoor art
Surry Hills
Stroll through back alleys to discover bustling wine bars, independent galleries and gourmet food in this lively and historic inner-city neighbourhood.

Rich in the arts and culture, Surry Hills is a creative neighbourhood with a cosmopolitan attitude. Get a glimpse of local life in Sydney by indulging in excellent coffee, trendy bars and a range of dining options to suit any palate.

First developed in the late 18th century, Surry Hills began as a working-class neighbourhood with a reputation for crime. Families from all over the world moved into the suburb after World War II, giving it a multicultural character. Having gentrified significantly since the 1980s, Surry Hills maintains a mix of newcomers and long-term residents. Walk through the neighbourhood and see the assorted range of industrial spaces, terrace houses and modern apartments to get a sense of the area’s evolution.

Stroll down the main strip of Crown Street and peek into the Victorian-era terrace houses to see the design studios and gallery spaces within. You will find a delightful range of fashion boutiques, from international designer labels and contemporary Australian design to retro and vintage wear.

Try a beer sourced from a local microbrewery in one of Surry Hills’ modern bars or enjoy a cold lager at a classic Sydney corner pub. If beer is not to your liking, go for a drop of red or white instead at one of the suburb’s numerous wine bars.

Catch a show at the Belvoir St Theatre, which draws from some of Australia’s finest directors, actors and playwrights to put on an impressive and diverse artistic programme. Make time to visit the Brett Whiteley Studio, a hidden gem of a museum, located in eastern Surry Hills. See the home and workplace of one of Australia’s most celebrated 20th-century artists.

Surry Hills is easily accessible on foot from Sydney’s central business district. Central Railway Station sits on the western edge of the suburb and many bus lines service the area. The neighbourhood’s range of hotels and holiday apartments make it a great place to base yourself during your stay in Sydney.


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Our pick of the best Surry Hills Hotel Deals

Rydges Sydney Central
Rydges Sydney Central
4.5 out of 5
28 Albion Street, Surry Hills, NSW
The price is AU$208 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The Rydges property was an enjoyable stay, but the room rate of $399 taxes (total $438) was not justified. All services and facilities were good, but did not justify the room rate. In future I will book another option. The surrounding neighborhood is less than desirable in that the streetscape was ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Rydges Sydney Central
ADGE Hotel & Residences
ADGE Hotel & Residences
4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street, Surry Hills, NSW
The price is AU$171 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (821 reviews)
"The room was clean and included coffee/tea and a refrigerator. The bes was comfortable and I appreciated the option of an additional blanket. It would have been convenient to have access to a microwave . And an Ice machine on the premises would have been convenient"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$356 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$356
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,677 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel with excellent staff. Excellent views from some of the rooms on the higher floors of the opera house and Sydney harbour bridge. Convenient transit options close by including trains and ferries."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$305 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$305
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,281 reviews)
"Fantastic stay. Horizon rooms worth the extra for the amazing view from the lounge. We were upgraded to a corner suit with the most wonderful view - thank you."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)
"The location on Darling Harbor is excellent! There are many, many restaurants all around the harbor, and all around Wentworth Park. Just a few blocks the other direction you have the shopping around the Queen Victoria Building. Do yourself a favor and get a harbor view room!"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$181 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,940 reviews)
Needs TLC
"Great location but needs TLC. Our room had lots of scuffs on the walls the design of the family room is a little odd being the double is in the room which is closed off. Kids should be in there so they don’t have access to doors etc. Spa wasn’t working whole time of our stay with missing tiles around ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Surry Hills

Capitol Theatre featuring street scenes as well as an individual female

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.

Haymarket
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Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to William Street and Stanley Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst
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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

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.

Pyrmont
Darling Harbour showing city views, a city and night scenes

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

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.

Darling Harbour
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Rocks


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