Historic Sites in City of Parramatta Council

"The most widely known church among tourists in Sydney is the St Mary’s Cathedral at St Mary’s Road. Its left side is widely visible when one is at Hyde Park especially at the majestic Archibald Fountain. During the Holiday Season, St Mary’s Cathedral is one of the city’s famous structures that are lit with colourful beam of lights, making it one of the most anticipated and photographed buildings during the festive season."

"0 km from city center 17 out of 18 places to visit in Sydney. The St. Mary's Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney. There have been many Roman Catholic cathedrals in Sydney over the years, but the present cathedral was built in 1868."

"St Mary’s Road Sydney, Sydney New South Wales 2000 Australia. This is a beautiful Catholic cathedral located right next to Hyde park. The architecture is just amazing."

"The Vaucluse House is a heritage-listed home and country estate with a museum. It’s one of the few 19th-century mansions still surrounded by its original woodland and gardens. The museum has been in operation for over a century, showcasing the original 19th-century estate, home, kitchen, stables and buildings on formal gardens."

"Built between 1803 and 1839 in the Gothic Revival style, the Vaucluse House is a 19th-century estate surrounded by 11 hectares (28 acres) of formal gardens and grounds. It is one of the only remaining houses of the period that has retaining a significant part of its original setting."

"Construction of this imposing, turreted specimen of Gothic Australiana, set amid 10 hectares of lush gardens, commenced in 1805, but the house was tinkered with into the 1860s. Atmospheric, and decorated with..."

"Once called “the finest [house] in the colony”, this sumptuous villa has a classical feel. Constructed in Greek Revival style, it was allowed to decay during the middle of the 20th Century before the villa and accompanying grotto was painstakingly restored. The property was home to Alexander Macleay and his family, and at the time they lived here, its gardens ran to the water’s edge."

"Built during 1835-1839, Elizabeth Bay House in Sydney was designed by the architect John Verge for Australia's Colonial Secretary of the time. Today, this once private house acts as a stunning example of colonial architecture. The special attraction of this house lies in the fact that it offers magnificent views of Sydney Harbour."

"Built between 1835 and 1839, the Elizabeth Bay House is a heritage-listed Colonial Regency style house that functions as a museum and grotto today. Now situated within a dense suburban neighbourhood, at the time of its construction it was surrounded by a 22-hectare (54-acre) garden."

"A brilliant example of Gothic Revival, next to the Royal Botanical Garden, Government House has been home to the Governors of New South Wales since the 1840s. Much of the premises remains open to the public, and you can join one of the free tours to learn more about the building and its residents. Within the gates of the Royal Botanic Gardens, you can visit Government House’s own garden every day of the week between 10am and 4pm unless hosting official functions."

"Like Cockatoo Island, Parramatta Park is also included on the UNESCO 11 convict site list. Old Government House is also the oldest surviving public building in Australia and was the country residence of the first ten Governors of New South Wales. Head here for a public tour of the building."

"Government House is a popular city centre attraction that is alongside the iconic Royal Botanic Gardens, with its strategic location providing visitors sweeping views of Sydney Harbour in the distance."

"In 1950 when the Rose Seidler House was completed, it was ‘the most talked about house in Sydney.’ Today, this architectural treasure in the North Sydney suburb of Wahroonga is one of the cites most underrated attractions. Composed by the young Harry Seidler for his parents, the house upturned conventional suburban home design. Harry Seidler was an Austrian-born Australian architect who was the first architect to fully express the principles of the Bauhaus and modernism’s methodology in Australia."

"Sprawling across the North Head hillside, near Manly, on the edge of Sydney Harbor, this historic Quarantine Station has seen a creative reimagining. A state and federal heritage site covering 277-hectare (680-acre), the Quarantine Station is a crucial piece of Aussie history. The complex operated as a quarantine station from 1832 to 1984."

"Located on what was once the shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Cadman’s Cottage is the second-oldest surviving residential building in the city. Built in 1815 as the home of the government coxswain. They named the building after its first resident John Cadman, a convict transported for life for stealing a horse."

"It’s what we laugh, cry and bond over, and have done so since we were kids. Through Roll’d, we aim to share"

"In the heart of the bustling Crows Nest restaurant district lies Le Bouchon, a complete Café and Bistro destination that brings a taste of traditional French cuisine to the Lower North Shore. This is one of the best French restaurants in Sydney and features unique decor and an exclusive private function area. Le Bouchon is the perfect place to enjoy an intimate dinner or just a simple after work drinks."

"Used in Lyon to refer to bistros that are well-known for authenticity and conviviality, expect something of this nature from Le Bouchon café and bistro on Willoughby Road in Crows Nest."

"An Eastern suburbs favourite, Totti's Bondi are now doing takeaway with their classic wood-fired bread and the pappardelle with lamb ragu amidst other iconic dishes for your enjoyment!. Order a feast online and pick it up with some pre-batched cocktails from The Bottle Shop while you’re at it. Sounds like the perfect night in to us!"

"No need to just dream of that famous Totti’s wood-fired bread and the pappardelle with lamb ragu. Order a feast online and pick it up with some pre-batched cocktails from The Bottle Shop while you’re at it. Address and pick up hours here."

"As mentioned, we’ve largely chosen Sydney’s best Japanese based on the dedication to specialising in one type of food. However, we now break that mould and recommend Miyama Japanese Kitchen in Newtown. Because sometimes all you’re after is a reliable spot with good value dishes and an all-round menu – and this top King Street restaurant offers just that.Lunch service is dedicated to bento boxes, udon noodles, ramen, donburi and Japanese curries, meanwhile dinner service is all about sushi, sashimi, tempura and tasty side dishes."