Walk eclectic neighbourhood of Newtown
Sydney, Australia • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
19°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
19°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Value for money
High
Free to explore; diverse options for all budgets.
Free to explore; diverse options for all budgets.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Stroll
Couples loved the vibrant atmosphere and diverse dining options. Perfect for a date!
Hidden Gem
Found a cozy cafe and bookstore! Perfect for a relaxing afternoon together. Highly recommend!
Unique Experience
Enjoyed the street art and vintage shops. A refreshing change from the usual tourist spots.
Dirty Streets
Some areas were a bit unkempt, taking away from the overall experience. Needs cleaning!
Parking Nightmare
Finding parking was a hassle, especially on weekends. Plan your transport accordingly.
Overcrowded Streets
The area was very busy, making it difficult to enjoy a leisurely stroll. Too many people!
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
18-25°C
Warm to hot temperatures with increased rainfall; summer begins.
Warm to hot temperatures with increased rainfall; summer begins.
Open
Early booking essential due to holiday season demand.
Early booking essential due to holiday season demand.
Recommended
December marks the start of summer with warm weather and high tourist activity; plan and book in advance.
December marks the start of summer with warm weather and high tourist activity; plan and book in advance.
January
HIGH
19-26°C
Warm and humid with occasional rainfall.
Warm and humid with occasional rainfall.
Open
Early booking recommended due to high demand.
Early booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers warm weather and vibrant events, making it a popular time to visit Newtown. Be prepared for higher prices and larger crowds.
January offers warm weather and vibrant events, making it a popular time to visit Newtown. Be prepared for higher prices and larger crowds.
February
MEDIUM
19-26°C
Warm and humid with increased rainfall.
Warm and humid with increased rainfall.
Open
Booking in advance is advisable.
Booking in advance is advisable.
Recommended
February maintains warm temperatures with higher chances of rain. Tourist numbers are moderate, and prices remain elevated.
February maintains warm temperatures with higher chances of rain. Tourist numbers are moderate, and prices remain elevated.
March
MEDIUM
18-25°C
Warm with frequent rainfall.
Warm with frequent rainfall.
Open
Advance booking recommended.
Advance booking recommended.
Recommended
March offers warm weather with increased rainfall. Tourist activity is moderate, and prices are still higher than usual.
March offers warm weather with increased rainfall. Tourist activity is moderate, and prices are still higher than usual.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus routes, including 352, 370, 422, 423, 426, and 428, operate along King Street and Enmore Road, connecting Newtown with various destinations. Travelers can board and alight at bus stops conveniently located along King Street.
Train
Recommended
Newtown Railway Station, located on King Street, is serviced by the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and T3 Liverpool & Inner West Line. Trains run frequently, providing easy access to the city and surrounding suburbs.
Walking
Recommended
Walking is the best way to explore Newtown's unique character, with its vibrant street art, shops, and eateries along King Street and its side streets.
Bike
Cycling to Newtown is an option, with access to cycleways like Regional Bike Route 7 (RR7) and the Wilson Street Cycleway. Bike racks are available at Newtown Station.
Car
Driving to Newtown is possible, but parking is limited and can be difficult to find on King Street and surrounding streets. Paid parking garages are available, such as Newtown Central Carpark and Dendy Newtown Carpark.
Shuttle
Shuttle services are available for point-to-point travel.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services offer door-to-door transport, with drop-off points available on King Street and nearby side streets.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required