Historically Balmain was one of Sydney's oldest working
class suburbs where many of Sydney's ferries were built.
Today it's renowned for being one of the city's trendiest
and most affluent suburbs. Some of Australia's well-known
writers, actors and entertainers call this harbourside
village their home.
Balmain has more than its share of new and traditional
Aussie pubs where you're encouraged to mingle with the
locals. Eating options are plentiful with buzzing cafes
and restaurants offering a range of experiences from
pubs to al fresco- style fine dining. If you go on a
Saturday, explore the market held in the grounds of
the local church and see why it attracts people from
all over Sydney. Balmain's colourful streets and historical
charm is combined with the fashionable food and shopping
options of today.
Balmain Highlights
* Arrive by ferry at the foot of Darling Street and
walk up the hill into the village.
* Browse through the shops to find recycled art, contemporary
galleries, jewellery and second hand books.
* Explore Balmain's working class origins by walking
through the backstreets and discovering charming old
buildings. The Balmain Walk pamphlet is available from
the Watchhouse.
Join the Balmain Historic Pub Tour. A walking tour taking
in the history and local hotel scene every Saturday.
* Enjoy a drink and great live music at one of the many
pubs: The London, The Commercial, The Cat and Fiddle,
Sir William Wallace, The Royal, The Riverview.
* Take a gourmet self-guided walking tour incorporating
the providores, hand made chocolate shops and other
delectables.
* Visit Herbie's Spices for the Southern Hemisphere's
largest range of culinary herbs and spices.
* Walk from Darling Street to the Dawn Fraser pool and
see where Australia's greatest Olympian spent her youth.
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