Haymarket and its Chinatown district is a little slice of Asia in the middle of Sydney. There’s always something going on, which makes this area a favourite with tourists and locals alike.

Where: Adjacent to Darling Harbour
How to get there: Take a 15-minute bus trip from Circular Quay, or catch the Light Rail to Paddy’s Markets
Stay: Enjoy four-star luxury at the Oaks Harmony or Citigate Central Sydney
Eat: Try yum cha, a brunch/lunchtime tradition where you choose your dishes from trolleys piled high with Chinese steam baskets. Yum cha is served in many restaurants around Chinatown
See: The Spanish Quarter, close to Chinatown, is the perfect place to enjoy chorizo and paella and try Spanish dancing
Tour: Ultimately Sydney visit Chinatown as part of their Half Day City and Beaches Tour
Shop: Bag a bargain at Paddy’s Markets on the weekends, or buy discounted designer labels at Market City
Events: Chinese New Year in February and the Spanish Quarter Street Festival in September
After dark: Grab the mic and shine in the spotlight at a karaoke bar like Viva Lounge or Cash Box

Image source: Foraggio Fotographic @ Flickr 

Post from: The Sydney Traveler

With more than 1, 000 stalls, there’s plenty to see and it’s easy to spend the day there. Even if you’re not into shopping, a trip to this buzzing marketplace is an experience not to miss.

Paddy’s Markets at Haymarket are open from 9 am to 5 pm from Thursday to Sunday, and public holidays. The markets at Flemington are open from 10 am to 4:30 pm on Fridays, 6 am to 2 pm on Saturdays and 9 am to 4:30 pm on Sundays.

Entry to the markets is free, which is good considering how easy it is to spend money here!

Paddy’s Markets
Corner of Thomas & Hay St
Haymarket

Building D, Sydney Markets
Parramatta Road
Flemington

Post from: The Sydney Traveler