5 Reasons to Visit Parramatta

Parramatta got way more going on than the CBD suggests. Escape rooms, riverside walks, a swimmable lake and world best pizza champion in the West, all within a short stroll of each other.

1. Solve Your Way Out at Scram Escape Rooms

Multiple themed rooms across two Parramatta locations, Scram is one of the best group activities in the West. Filled with mystery, horror, fantasy and everything in between. Great for a birthday, a date night or just a competitive afternoon with friends.

Location: 240 Church St & 48/2 O’Connell St, Parramatta
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2. Wander Through Parramatta Park

One of Sydney’s most underrated green spaces with wide open lawns, historic sandstone buildings, river views and even a bat colony if you know where to look. Easy walking, plenty of shade, and right on the doorstep of the CBD. Great for a picnic, a kick of the footy or just a change of scenery.

Location: Pitt St &, Macquarie St, Parramatta
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3. Cool Off at Lake Parramatta

A genuine bushland escape minutes from the city. Swim in the patrolled summer lagoon, hire a kayak, or take on one of the walking trails around the water. It’s the kind of spot that makes you forget you’re still in Western Sydney.

Location: 6265+28 Parramatta Dam Wall, North Parramatta
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4. Cruise Along The Riverside Cycleway

The path along the Parramatta River links the park to the ferry wharf and beyond, passing playgrounds, open lawns and river lookouts along the way. Perfect for a bike ride, a jog, or a relaxed evening walk.

Location: Parramatta River Cycleway Parramatta
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5. Grab A Bite at Fratelli Pulcinella

World’s best champions for the 2026 and 2025 Caputo World Pizza Championship, right here in Western Sydney. Specialized in cooking wood-fired pizza, it’s a family-run business with a backyard-style dining area that has a relaxed, authentic feel that keeps people coming back.

Location: 399 Church St, Parramatta
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