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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Parramatta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Parramatta

With a population of 19,745, Parramatta is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Parramatta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Parramatta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nick & Nora's Sydney (45 Macquarie St) and Sahra By The River (2 / 76 Phillip Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Criniti's Parramatta (328 Church St) and Colors of India (97 Victoria Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Parramatta.

When to visit Parramatta

Parramatta in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parramatta in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Parramatta

Plane

When flying to Parramatta, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Parramatta from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Parramatta is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 13 miles from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Parramatta. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Parramatta takes 720 miles and will cost you around $162. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Plane

When flying to Parramatta, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Parramatta from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Parramatta is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 13 miles from Parramatta. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Parramatta. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Parramatta takes 720 miles and will cost you around $162. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Airports near Parramatta

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Parramatta

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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
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Where to stay in Parramatta

Average rates range from around $141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $127 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Parramatta

Most booked hotels in Parramatta

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Meriton Suites Mascot Central
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 863 reviews)
$105+
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2204 reviews)
$100+
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Moxy Sydney Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 504 reviews)
$101+
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Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 325 reviews)
$117+
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Pullman Sydney Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1807 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Parramatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1713 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Parramatta

Renting a car in Parramatta costs $84 per day, on average, or $338 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Parramatta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Parramatta costs $84 per day, on average, or $338 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Parramatta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Parramatta is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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