Top Things to Do in Balmain

THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Balmain, Sydney

Top Things to Do in Balmain

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What travellers are saying

  • cammerayguy
    Sydney, Australia428 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This park slopes down to the harbour with views across the water to Cockatoo Island. There are plenty of seats, a band rotunda, childrens playground and toilets. Another attraction is the Dawn Frazer Baths. Parking is easy round the park with plenty of unrestricted space.
    Written 27 June 2022
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  • Fiona F
    Sydney, Australia773 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a great pool. So many areas to sit and it was great to cool off. Not much parking but we were very lucky as someone was leaving when we arrived. Kids loved jumping of the middle pontoon. Great upgrade of the pool .
    Downside was then steps stairs and the kiosk was not great. Wonderful that they accept the fitness passport.
    Written 21 January 2023
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  • Africa Tourist
    Sydney, Australia9,225 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A park for everyone from school students playing games to older people relaxon one of the seats it is a great asset for locals and visitors like me who spent a nice hour with my 12 month old grandson.
    Trees with shade, paths on which to push a stroller and beautiful grass make this a great facility.
    Written 4 December 2020
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  • sharyn
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great space and good turnover of artists and exhibitions. Good to be able to speak to the makers as they are usually present at the gallery.
    Written 2 July 2019
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  • mrdom
    8,477 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Big park on old docklands with lawns, trees, a promenade with fishers, dogs, a wharf, views of the harbour bridge. Beautiful.
    Written 4 May 2021
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  • Irene W
    2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely serene establishment with experienced staff.
    I went for a Brazilian Sugar Wax which was expertly done.
    I have no issue with the staff or the treatment but the cost absolutely floored me - $84.00 for less than a half hour which included a glass of water.
    I haven't been there for ages but that increase will prevent me from returning.
    Written 4 January 2020
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  • TJ M
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Constantly filthy - I've seen fallen produce in the fruit/veggie section kicked under the shelves by one of the managers, and the filth surrounding the checkouts is disgraceful. Horrendous layout with unnecessary bottleneck zones. Feels like a firetrap.
    Written 8 November 2024
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  • Dru C
    Sydney, Australia19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic bar - perfect for a group of friends. So nice having the fireplace on our first visit too. Went back again recently. Cocktails are really well done. The service is great. Friendly staff and the owner really moves mountains to make everyone happy. If If I lived nearby this would definitely become my local! 🌟
    Written 10 November 2024
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  • sue a
    114 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Award winning chef who speciality is a baked dinner home style excellent and with a great view of street the outside is the most coveted seats in the place. Has been there since late 1800s highly successful hotel.
    Written 29 May 2017
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  • Nicole L
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    By far the best fishing charter we have ever been on. Adam and Mick were professional, knowledgeable and extremely entertaining. They start with a safety briefing, they provide continued assistance and instructions while we fished. They shared their extensive knowledge of the types of fish we caught and cleaned and preped our fish to take home.
    The boat is beautiful and extremely clean with a flush bathroom on board. Comfortable and has ample seating with spots to fish in the either the sunshine or shade.
    It is clear these two have a passion for fishing. We are so happy we had the opportunity to fish with them!
    Written 9 January 2023
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  • meg
    Nedlands, Australia18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This gorgeous venue is under new management and is working well. There are a choice of indoor or outdoor seating with both spots nicely decorated. A friendly greeting set the tone for a lovely lunch experience.
    Coffee was the nicest I’d had in a while but was $5.50!
    The menu offered a good range of types of dishes with one or two choices in each category across entree and mains, extra vegetarian options too. Ordering was flexible and we chose 3 entrees between the two of us. Service was proactive, nicely paced and unobtrusive. The dishes themselves were well presented, hot, and tastily different.
    Would recommend for the occasional step up from your average lunch spot.
    Written 20 June 2023
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  • mrdom
    8,477 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pleasant pub dominating this area. The place for all the old people who bought a house nearby in the 80s. Nice spaces, nice staff, good happy hour, expensive but good food. And music.
    Written 17 February 2023
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  • Guy9120
    Beveren, Belgium289 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The crew of this beautiful ship did a great job. Excellent Harbour cruise showing us both sides of the Sydney Harbour bridge.
    Magnificent panorama’s on Sydney from the water. Plenty of Seats on the ship. Fantastic lunch buffet on the ship. All in all an activity to remember
    Written 22 January 2019
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  • mrdom
    8,477 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Big point of difference from the Balmain Bowlo, pretty well kept greens. As a bar, it's even more basic, possibly cheaper but they make a point of hiding the prices.
    Written 25 July 2024
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  • Liz P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
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    Written 2 May 2024
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