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Sydney Fish Market

Bank St | Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales 2009, Australia (City West)
61 2 9004 1100
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Ranked #4 of 43 shopping in Sydney
Type: Speciality Shops, Flea/ Street Markets
Activities: Shopping
Owner description: Sydney Fish Market (SFM) is the largest market of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and the world's second largest seafood market in terms of... more » Owner description: Sydney Fish Market (SFM) is the largest market of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and the world's second largest seafood market in terms of variety outside of Japan. A working fish market, SFM sources product both nationally and internationally and trades over 14,500 tonnes of seafood annually - with up to a hundred species traded every day.SFM employs approximately fifty-seven staff to organise the weekday wholesale auction, promote Sydney Fish Market as the centre of seafood excellence and operate the Sydney Seafood School. Since opening in 1989, Sydney Seafood School has played an important part in persuading Sydney residents to eat more fish. The School is considered to be one of Australia’s leading cooking schools. Over 13,000 people come to classes each year. Visit the SSS pages for more information or to book a class.Onsite, SFM hosts six seafood retailers, a bottle shop, fruit and veg market, bakery, sushi bar, restaurants, gift shop and deli.If you would like to organise a 'Behind The Scenes' tour of our wholesale auction, please call or email us during business hours (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday). « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We stayed in pitt street and it is a walking distance to Paddy market. As we are still wondering how to go from Paddy market to Fish market, we realised that there is a light rail. It is very easy! There is a station just right outside of paddy market and hop on it and pay in the train. Its... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Who would have thought that a fish market would be a major tourist attraction especially in a city such as Sydney that has a lot to offer. But a major attraction it is, situated near the Anzac Bridge and of course right on the waters edge. The market complex is very large with most of the area devoted to retail... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We visited the Sydney Fish Market on a Saturday at about 12pm, good timing to settle our lunch. The seafood looks fresh with Oysters selling at about A$10 - A$15 for a dozen. Even if the fresh market is filled with raw seafood, the place is clean and pleasant to visit. For lunch, you can purchase the cooked seafood at... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Sydney Fish markets is always busy, but the tourist only ever see the normal retail side. Very early in the morning the wholesale auctions are done, all the real business is carried out then.And as a tourist you can also go, contact the markets for times and dates, you can learn to cook fish is a really wonderful kitchen at... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

This is strictly a place to eat or buy fresh seafood. You do not have the opportunity to see the boats come in or be unloaded. There are many restaurants and seafood markets with good prices. There is also an outdoor eating area on the bay. so, you can purchase your meal from one of the many restaurants and take... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

I have been before a few years ago and had forgotten what the Sydney Fish Market was like! A great place to go to sample some fresh seafood and of course buy for later. There are many different stores where you can buy to take home and there are quite a few food stores that cook fresh for you to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I was staying near Darling Harbor and strolled over to the market one day and it was amazing. It was not only the seafood available but the hustle and bustle of the place that was fun. The seafood that I had that day was in keeping with what we expect here in Pacific NW part of US. I would highly... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

This is a busy thriving fish market that doubles as a hugely popular lunchtime spot. Don't go by car as the parking is difficult and expensive. Get a lift from a friend with a boat like we did Or if you are not so lucky then go by water taxi. A good stroll around the fascinating displays of fish and... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

This must be Sydney's biggest missed opportunity. From a tourists perspective, to walk there from darling harbour requires Harry Potter skills to get there. Poorly signposted all the way. If you do manage to get there you will rejoice on the selection of seafood, but vomit at the toilet smells as you walk through the back car park. The seafood... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

If you want to know about what happens behind the scenes at the Fish Market this tour is well worthwhile.Our Tour Guide had a very good knowledge of the operation and the species of fish which the market handles.The tour takes you through the bidding area and onto the floor of the market for a first hand experience. The tour... More

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