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L'Aqua

Terrace Level, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Park, Sydney NSW 2000

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Why you'll love L'Aqua

  • Uninterrupted views over Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour and an abundance of natural light through its floor-to-ceiling windows.
  • Pillarless, highly versatile, multi-function spaces.
  • Private balconies where guests can enjoy unbeatable waterfront views over the Darling Harbour

L'Aqua is situated on the rooftop of the Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour complex, only a moment's walk to the CBD and is one of Sydney's most prestigious function venues for intimate events. Quintessentially Sydney, L'Aqua offers uninterrupted views over Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour and an abundance of natural light through its floor-to-ceiling windows. L'Aqua is the ultimate venue for wedding receptions, gala dinners, cocktail parties and business events.

L'Aqua presents a range of innovative Australian cuisine, served with a diverse selection of fine wines. With a focus on delivering fresh meals with exemplary service, L'Aqua invites guests to experience the gold class in service that it delivers time and time again.

L'Aqua has been transformed into two exclusive five-star private function spaces, the Gold Room and the Terrace Room.

The exclusive Gold Room features leather and timber walls, a distinctive feature wall and a gold-leaf octagonal ceiling boasting a brilliant Swarovski crystal cherry blossom chandelier.

The beautifully appointed Terrace Room presents contemporary décor and a chic silk feature wall with a pillarless layout where guests can relish the commanding water views from every seat in the room.

Both spaces offer private outdoor garden balconies where guests can enjoy unbeatable waterfront views over the Darling Harbour. A definite crowd-pleaser! These spaces can be booked as two independent function rooms or as one versatile space.

L'Aqua has parking facilities at Wilson Parking in Cockle Bay Wharf, offering undercover access just moments from the venue. Wheelchair access is available.


L'Aqua Function Rooms

2 Spaces Available At This Venue
Gold Room

Gold Room

L'Aqua offers uninterrupted views over Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour and an abundance of natural light through its floor-to-ceiling windows. The Gold Room is furnished in elegant, neutral and - of course - subtle gold tones. The space op...

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Terrace Room

Terrace Room

The Terrace Room is a long, rectangular-shaped space which opens up to L'Aqua's attractively decked balcony space overlooking Sydney Darling Harbour with plenty of relaxed outdoor furniture. The Terrace Room is a stylish and highly versat...

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Jonathan Wu

January 31, 2024

I'm glad we had our wedding here. Highly recommended. The staff were very professional and very prompt in responding to any questions that we had. They were very helpful to our guests. The coordinators, Irene, Isabella, Jasmine and Anju, helped us from the beginning. They were very welcoming and generous when we first inspected the venue and explained in a lot of details on how they organise the event. The food was great. There are a lot of options. The portions were just right, and no one had any complaints about the taste.

Amanda Vijay

August 9, 2023

My husband was the one who suggested Dockside/L'Aqua for our reception, and as soon as we walked in for the site visit we were pretty much sold on having our reception here. The Gold Room is a beautiful and unique space that was perfect for our guest numbers. Watching the Darling Harbour fireworks from the Room's balcony was a memorable experience for guests (especially those from.interstate and overseas) and made for great photos. The package they offered was great value with the inclusion of a DJ (who set the vibe for our night and got guests up and dancing once formalities were over) and we could even supply our own spirits. From the start, L'Aqua were so easy to deal with. Julia answered all our initial questions, and Irene, our Venue coordinator, was really helpful and accommodating even with our last-minute requests! I found the venue to be flexible, and staff on the night were really attentive to all. A huge shoutout to Anju (venue manager) for being so welcoming and friendly - my husband and I really appreciated it 😊 The food was tasty, nicely presented, and portions were abundant - no one left hungry that's for sure. A lot of guests commented on how much they enjoyed the food, fireworks, and the beautiful space. I highly recommend the Dockside Group and their venue spaces to anyone looking to celebrate an occasion!

Mackenzie Knight

March 25, 2025

We recently hosted a corporate event at L'Aqua and were thoroughly impressed. The team was proactive, accommodating, and made everything run seamlessly. The venue was perfect for our event, and the food was delicious. A big thank you for your exceptional service and for helping make the night such a success!

Lynsey Irwin

December 13, 2018

Had a work Christmas lunch function here recently in the Gold Room. Friendly staff and nice views of the harbour from the balcony area (which has plenty of area to stand on for group photos). Plenty of glass windows for natural light. The food and cocktails were more average though.

JC Camelin

August 21, 2025

Excellent experience at L’Aqua – great food, flawless service, and very accommodating with last-minute dietary needs. Couldn’t fault a thing!


Frequently Asked Questions

Where is L'Aqua located?

L'Aqua is situated on the rooftop of Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour Sydney New South Wales, and only a moment’s walk to Town Hall Station. L'Aqua offers an uninterrupted waterfront view of Darling Harbour over Cockle Bay Wharf.

How much does an event cost at L'Aqua Darling Harbour?

Events at L'Aqua start from 5500.00.

This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

What type of events can be hosted at L'Aqua Darling Harbour?

The following types of events can be held at L'Aqua Darling Harbour:

- Corporate Retreat

- Networking Event

- Trivia Night

- 21st Birthday Party

- 40th Birthday Party

- Birthday Party

- 30th Birthday Party

- Christening

- Workshop

- Wedding Celebrations

- Wedding Reception

- University Ball

- Seminar

- School Formal

- Product Launch

- Meeting

- Gala Dinner

- Function

- Engagement Party

- End of Financial Year Party

- Corporate Offsite

- Corporate Function

- Conference

- Cocktail Party

- Christmas Party

- Bar Mitzvah

- Trade Show

- Awards Dinner

- AGM

- 50th Birthday Party

- Bat Mitzvah

- Baby shower

- 18th Birthday Party

- Ceremony

- Bridal shower

- Private Dining

- Exhibition

- Training

- Residential Conference

- Hens Night

- Executive Retreat

- Bucks Night

If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if L'Aqua Darling Harbour is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

How do I find out if L'Aqua Darling Harbour is available for my event date?

The best way to find out if L'Aqua Sydney is available for your event date is to send an enquiry or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

What catering / food and beverage options are available at L'Aqua?

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at L'Aqua:

- Coffee / Tea

- Inhouse Catering

- Bar Tab

- Filtered Water

- BYO Drinks

For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

What steps are involved in booking an event at L'Aqua?

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at L'Aqua and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.

Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:

- Event type

- Number of people attending

- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)

- Budget (per person or total)

- Room layout

- Food and beverage / catering requirements

- Any other requirements

Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at L' Aqua Sydney Darling Harbour to check:

1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?

2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?

This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.

If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with L' Aqua Cockle Bay Sydney to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).

VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by L' Aqua Cockle Bay Wharf Darling Harbour if you book via us.

I have more questions. How do I get in contact?

There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page

The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

What are my parking options at L'Aqua?

L’Aqua has direct access to the Wilson Parking facilities at Cockle Bay Wharf, offering secure, undercover access just moments from the venue.

Why is L'Aqua an ideal wedding reception venue?

L'Aqua is an ideal Sydney wedding venue, with uninterrupted water views and versatile space that can be adapted to any wedding theme or style. Plus, L'Aqua has its own private courtyard with lush gardens – perfect for drinks receptions and photos.

Some of the venue features include:

-Wondrous waterfront entrance and view of Darling Harbour.

-Amazing photo opportunities for your special occasions.

-Foyer with a garden backdrop. 

-In-house catering and food and beverage package options

-Picturesque spiral staircase.

-Private bridal room allocated for the duration of your wedding.

-Parking facilities at Wilson Parking in Cockle Bay Wharf, moments from the venue.

-Wheelchair & lift access are available.

-Unique fantastic fireworks display opportunity.

What is the capacity of L'Aqua venue spaces?

L'Aqua provides two exclusive five-star private function spaces for private hire.

Wedding venue snapshot:

-L' Aqua Gold Room: Suitable for up to 110 Guests

-L' Aqua Roof Terrace Room: Suitable for up to 150 Guests. 


Amenities & Extras

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
BYO Drinks
Coffee / Tea
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Projector
Speakers
Stage
Teleconference
TV
Video Conferencing

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Air Con
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Flip Chart
Furniture Hire
Lighting
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Pens & Paper
Receptionist
Restroom
Security
Smoking Area
Whiteboard
WiFi

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