16 Oct 2021

Who's Reopened

Look who's back! Here's a live list of all the restaurants, bars, attractions and shops who've now reopened and eager to see you all again.

Who's Reopened

It has been a real long time but we're finally being blinded by that light at the end of the tunnel! We're super excited to welcome you and our retailers back starting from Monday 11 October.*

Whether you're craving a delicious (non!) home-cooked meal in the fresh open air, want drinks with a view of Sydney's favourite harbourside precinct, go on a shopping spree or if you're dying to have some proper fun at one of our attractions, there's plenty of ways to make up for all the lost time at Darling Harbour!

Don't just come for the day, stay with us a while at one of the many hotels taking bookings now and offering flexible cancellation policies.

We've got some exciting events coming your way too so make sure you subscribe to be the first to know when they drop!

* Please check each retailer's website or give them a call before you visit for specific opening dates/hours and conditions of entry.

Don't forget to check this page on Monday 18 October to see more retailers opening up.

Dine in (or out!)

Swap your dining table at home for a table inside or out in the balmy fresh air at one of Sydney's best restaurants.

Please check each retailer's website or give them a call before you visit for specific opening dates/hours and conditions of entry.

Auvers Cafe

Great coffee and delicious French-inspired food in a gorgeous art space.

Braza Churrascaria

Braza Churrasco is a Brazilian restaurant specialising in Rodizio meat skewers.

Dopa Darling Square

Dopa by Davon is a high-concept all-day diner serving Tokyo-inspired donburi and desserts.

Fratelli Fresh

Fratelli Fresh is a dining emporium in Darling Harbour, featuring a pizza kitchen, fresh pasta station and several bars.

Gelatissimo

Try some happiness in a cone, made fresh in store every day at Gelatissimo.

Hakatamon Ramen

Delicious and affordable Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen dishes.

Jackalberry

Discover exotic cuisines and cocktails from all over the world at Jackalberry.

Nakano Darling

Japanese izakaya-style bar with a karaoke room that serves top notch fried chicken, gyoza and sake.

Pancakes on The Rocks - Darling Square

Pancakes are one of the most delicious all-time foods, no question. Taste Sydney’s best stacks and a full menu of breakfast, lunch & dinner classics at Pancakes on The Rocks.

Planar Restaurant

Planar serves modern Australian cuisine and drinks inside or alfresco with a stunning view of Darling Harbour.

Spago

Fresh, delicious pasta made to order using the best local and Italian ingredients. Bellissimo!!

Ume Burger

Award winning Japanese inspired burgers – now available at Darling Square.

XOPP by Golden Century

XOPP serves the Cantonese food Golden Century is famous for, with an innovative twist.

Toast to freedom

Round up your buddies you've been missing and catch up on what's been happening while sipping in the views and toasting to restrictions easing at your favourite watering holes.

Please check each retailer's website or give them a call before you visit for specific opening dates/hours and conditions of entry.

Bungalow 8

What’s on in Darling Harbour? There’s always a party at Bungalow 8.

Blackbird Cafe

Blackbird Cafe is fast becoming a Sydney icon thanks to its buzzing atmosphere, great food and wild DJ nights.

Champagne Bar by Sofitel

Celebrate with a champagne flute in hand and dazzling views of Sydney’s harbour.

Cockle Bay Yacht Club

Sydney's newest opening and only Yacht Club in the Sydney CBD located on the water's edge of Darling Harbour and Cockle Bay.

Dundee Arms

The Dundee Arms is still serving classic Aussie pub meals and frosty pints almost two centuries after opening.

Pontoon Bar

Pontoon Bar is a Darling Harbour icon thanks to its stunning views and buzzing atmosphere.

Zephyr

Grab a cocktail in the clouds and enjoy the view over Darling Harbour at Zephyr.

Hello new playground!

Time to say good riddance to the playgrounds within your 5km and have some real fun again! All of these attractions are now open except the Maritime Museum who will fully open 1 December.

Chinese Garden of Friendship

The Chinese Garden of Friendship is a tranquil retreat in the middle of the city, and one of the best things to do in Sydney.

Darling Harbour Ferris Wheel

The Ferris Wheel is no longer at Darling Harbour.

The Star

No matter what your idea of fun is, chances are you’ll find it at the Star.

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Get up close and personal with sharks, rays, dugongs and more at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

A trip to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is one of the best things to do in Sydney for animal lovers and explorers. Get up close to fierce crocodiles, sleepy koalas and much more.

Madame Tussauds Sydney

Meet your idols and heroes in person (sort of) at Madame Tussauds Sydney, Darling Harbour - one of the world’s premier wax museums.

Shop til you drop

Swap your slippers for runners because you can finally spend a whole day browsing the shops, collecting all the things you've been waiting ever so patiently for.

Please check each retailer's website or give them a call before you visit for specific opening dates/hours and conditions of entry.

Body Haven

Heal yourself or try something new at Body Haven: traditional Chinese treatments in Darling Square.

Hair Corner

Treat yourself at Hair Corner, luxury hair treatments, skincare and hair care products in Darling Square.

Lillianna Home & Gifts

Quirky and cute gifts, homewares and fragrances. A must-visit for when you’ve forgotten a birthday or anniversary!

Thirteen Feet Tattoo

If you’re going to get tatted up, you might as well do it with the best. Here in Sydney, that’s Thirteen Feet Tattoo Studio in Darling Square.

Men's Culture Barber

Men’s Culture offers a premium men’s hair and beard styling experience. Sort out your look with a whiskey in hand and good tunes on the speakers

Have a mini holiday

Why go overseas when you can have the ultimate staycation right in your own backyard? All of these hotels are taking bookings now and have flexible cancellation policies so you can confidently book a well-deserved trip away in Sydney's favourite harbourside precinct.

See staycations in Darling Harbour on any budget

Novotel Sydney Darling Square

Want to stay in luxury near all the action? Novotel Sydney Darling Square is the place for you.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour

Sydney's newest upscale hotel in the heart of the city and only a short walk to both the Darling Harbour precinct and CBD.

Hyatt Regency Sydney

The iconic brand’s Sydney hotel is the city’s largest with stunning harbour views.

ibis Darling Harbour

Stay at the ibis Darling Harbour hotel in Sydney for a near perfect location, comfy, cozy rooms and stunning views.

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

French sophistication meets Aussie culture in this luxury Sydney hotel by Sofitel.

The Darling

The Darling gets six stars out of five for opulent luxury and charming service.

The Star Grand Hotel

Got high standards? Don’t settle for second best - stay at the Star Grand Hotel in Sydney.