Things to Do in Newtown, Sydney

A lively atmosphere with a mix of students, artists, and locals enjoying its diverse food scene, quirky shops, and nightlife. King Street is the main hub, lined with cafes, bars, and vintage stores, while the Carriageworks market offers fresh produce every Saturday.

Gould's Book ArcadeBookstore
Thai PothongThai
The Real Deal - Vintage and SneakersFlea Market

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Top things to do in Newtown

Gould's Book Arcade
Bookstore
Australia's largest second-hand bookstore
The Real Deal - Vintage and Sneakers
★ 4.9 · 491
Flea Market
Mon
11 AM – 6 PM
Tue
11:30 AM – 6 PM
Wed–Fri
11 AM – 6 PM
Sat
11 AM – 6 PM
Sun
11 AM – 6 PM
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Blue Dog
★ 4.5 · 201
Specialty Store
A huge range of pop culture & design prints are available from this funky store.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Istanbul Authentic Bazaar Newtown
★ 4.9 · 172
Home Goods
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Better Read Than Dead
★ 4.5 · 493
Bookstore
Landmark independent bookstore with a mezzanine level, well-read staff & regular book groups.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 9 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 9 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Adora Handmade Chocolates - Newtown
★ 4.6 · 239
Chocolate Shop
A multi-award-winning chocolatier known for handmade chocolates, with locations across Sydney.
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Where to eat & drink in Newtown

Thai Pothong
★ 4.7 · 5.9k
Thai· A$40–60
Vibrant joint plating traditional stir fries and curries, with vegan options and a gift shop.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 11 PM
Sun
12 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
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Cafe Paci
★ 4.7 · 795
Coffee Shop· A$60–160
Hip industrial-chic restaurant offering a gourmet menu of Modern Australian dishes with a twist.
Mon–Fri
5:30 PM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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Cairo Takeaway
★ 4.6 · 2.4k
Middle Eastern· A$20–40
No-frills, industrial eatery serving Egyptian street food, including meat plates & pita wraps.
Mon–Tue
12 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Thu
12 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9 PM
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The Vanguard
★ 4.5 · 512
Live Music· A$20–100
Hip hangout offering creative bar bites, signature cocktails & a stage with live music performances.
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One Another
★ 4.7 · 471
Café & Bakery· A$20–40
A cafe with a bright dining room, it offers an elevated brunch menu including coffee, spring toast, chicken sandwiches, sausage and egg burgers, and gnocchi.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 3 PM
Sat
8 AM – 3 PM
Sun
8 AM – 3 PM
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Ante
★ 4.8 · 532
Bar· A$60–140
A Japanese-inspired bar and restaurant in Sydney known for its dark, moody atmosphere, record setup, sake tasting flights, and dishes like pork jowl skewers and prawn casarecce pasta.
Mon
5 PM – 12 AM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
5 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 12 AM
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Courthouse Hotel
★ 4.4 · 2.6k
Beer Garden· A$20–40
Burgers and craft brews, in a rustic pub with a laid-back vibe and a sprawling, leafy beer garden.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 12 AM
Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 10 PM
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Campos Coffee Newtown
★ 4.6 · 1.5k
Coffee Shop· A$1–20
Convivial nook for single-origin coffees, with wood features and photography on the walls.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 4 PM
Sat
8 AM – 5 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Miss Lilly’s
★ 4.9 · 290
Bakery· A$1–20
Miss Lilly's iconic bakery & cafe in Newtown is offering artisanal bread, cakes, pastries & beverages to eat in or take home.
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Fortunate Son Bar Enmore
★ 4.9 · 347
Cocktail Bar· A$20–40
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 12 AM
Fri
5 PM – 1 AM
Sat
5 PM – 1 AM
Sun
5 PM – 12 AM
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