Parliament House Sydney

The entrance to Parliament House is via the security gates at 6 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

The nearest train stations are Martin Place and St James.

There is no public car parking on site, the closest car parking stations are:

- Secure Parking 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney

- Metro Parking 8 Hospital Road, Sydney

- Domain Parking Entry via St Mary’s Road, Sydney

Also variously known as the Parliament of New South Wales, Parliamentary Precinct and the Rum Hospital, The Parliament House Sydney has a range of venue hire options that cater to both private and public events. With its grand architecture and historical significance, the venue offers an inspiring backdrop for any occasion. Here are some of the key facilities available for hire in this historic building:

Strangers' Room

The Strangers' Function Room NSW Parliament House can be rented for conferences, seminars and award dinners in a large room with panoramic views of the garden. The Fountain Court area leading into the Foyer is available to rent as well - making it ideal for pre-dinner cocktail reception events.

The Strangers' Room is a meeting place where elected members of Parliament greet visiting dignitaries, including consuls' generals and members of the Royal family. The room's name originates from when these guests were referred to as 'strangers', hence creating the saying "where strangers become friends".

Members' Dining Room

The NSW Parliament House Dining Room is an exclusive dining room that can only be booked on days when Parliament does not sit. Located within a restricted part of NSW State Parliament House, the private outdoor courtyard and antique fireplace make this space ideal for events such as conferences or luncheons. This dining facility also features atrium garden views to ensure your event will have all guests relaxed while they enjoy their time together in style!

Theatrette

The NSW Parliament House Theatrette is a purpose-built auditorium located below the Fountain Court of Parliament House. This venue has an intimate seating capacity for 80 people and provides excellent acoustics, perfect for lectures or public talks that require more space than can be found in rooms outside of this area.

The Parliament Theatrette is often used to premiere Australian movies, many of which have become international blockbusters.

Parliament House events start from 200.00.

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.

The following types of events can be held at Parliament House Sydney Australia:

- Trade Show

- Seminar

- Product Launch

- Networking Event

- Meeting

- Gala Dinner

- Workshop

- End of Financial Year Party

- Corporate Offsite

- Conference

- Cocktail Party

- Christmas Party

- Awards Dinner

- Corporate Function

- University Ball

- Function

- AGM

- Exhibition

- Residential Conference

- Training

- Private Dining

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

The best way to find out if the Parliament House Sydney is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through 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.

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at NSW Parliament House 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 NSW Parliament House 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 NSW Parliament House 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 The Sydney Parliament House if you book via us.

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.

The Sydney Parliament House, Sydney's oldest remaining complex of public parliament buildings, is an iconic and historic venue that offers guests a unique experience. Built with the initial purpose of a public hospital, unlike the parliamentary buildings of Australia's other capital cities, the building is one of the oldest and most impressive venues in Australia. In fact, the north wing was the Chief Surgeon's quarters, although at one point it was used as law courts. 

From the outside, it boasts a Georgian design and is actually the oldest public building in the entirety of Sydney. It is flanked by two Neo-gothic buildings that are home to the parliamentary chambers, which are connected to a 12-storey block at the back of Parliament House.

Inside, the venue is modernised with contemporary furnishings and offers guests an array of event spaces to choose from. The main chamber is suitable for larger events such as conferences, seminars and awards dinners, while smaller boardrooms are often used for executive meetings.

Overall, this iconic location provides guests with a truly memorable experience that can make any event special.