Getting to the Fair
The Sydney Bead Fair and Craft & Quilt Fair is being held in
Halls 1 - 3 of the Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.
Halls 1 - 3 of the Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.
The Sydney Exhibition Centre is surrounded by fabulous restaurants, entertainment and accommodation facilities, all within walking distance. The Sydney Aquarium, Chinatown, Imax Theatre (3D), Powerhouse and Maritime Museums, as well as the restaurants and cafes at Harbourside, Cockle Bay and King Street Wharf, are all nearby. Visit www.darlingharbour.com.au for more information on what you can see and do around Darling Harbour.
For full details on the Sydney Exhibition Centre in Darling Harbour visit: www.scec.com.au
Transport
There are many ways to access Darling Harbour, most of which are detailed here. For more information contact the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit their website www.131500.com.au
Pedestrian Access
The Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre is located in Darling Harbour. Darling Harbour is only a 10-15 minute walk from the city centre. Simply follow the signs to Darling Harbour.
Bus
Closest stops are in Harris St, Pyrmont and Harbour St near the Entertainment Centre.
Train
The nearest station is Town Hall, about 10 minutes walk from the venue.
Mono Rail
The Mono Rail stops directly outside the Convention Centre entrance and operates every 3 to 5 minutes. The closest station is Haymarket. For more info visit www.metromonorail.com.au
Light Rail
Closest stop is the Exhibition Centre. It operates every 15 minutes. The Metro Light Rail provides a direct service to the venue with a Metro Light Rail station located directly outside the Exhibition Centre. For further information, visit www.metrolightrail.com.au
Taxi
Taxi ranks are located outside Exhibition Hall 1, Harbourside Shopping Centre and the Novotel Hotel.
Ferries
Matilda Rocket ferries service Circular Quay, regularly departing and arriving at terminals in front of Harbourside Shopping Centre, the Maritime Museum and the Sydney Aquarium.
Parking
Visitors can park at the Exhibition Centre for easy access via lift or stairs. Rates start at $8.00 per hour, up to a maximum of $27.00 per day. Call 02 9282 5000 or visit www.scec.com.au for current rates.
Alternative Parking
The following carparks are located close to the fair. For up to date charges and information, call or visit their websites.
* Entertainment Centre Carpark (3 minute walk) phone: 02 9264 1624.
* Harbourside, Murray St, Pyrmont (behind Novotel Hotel) (6 minute walk) www.wilsonparking.com.au, phone: 02 9552 2330.
For full details on the Sydney Exhibition Centre in Darling Harbour visit: www.scec.com.au
Transport
There are many ways to access Darling Harbour, most of which are detailed here. For more information contact the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit their website www.131500.com.au
Pedestrian Access
The Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre is located in Darling Harbour. Darling Harbour is only a 10-15 minute walk from the city centre. Simply follow the signs to Darling Harbour.
Bus
Closest stops are in Harris St, Pyrmont and Harbour St near the Entertainment Centre.
Train
The nearest station is Town Hall, about 10 minutes walk from the venue.
Mono Rail
The Mono Rail stops directly outside the Convention Centre entrance and operates every 3 to 5 minutes. The closest station is Haymarket. For more info visit www.metromonorail.com.au
Light Rail
Closest stop is the Exhibition Centre. It operates every 15 minutes. The Metro Light Rail provides a direct service to the venue with a Metro Light Rail station located directly outside the Exhibition Centre. For further information, visit www.metrolightrail.com.au
Taxi
Taxi ranks are located outside Exhibition Hall 1, Harbourside Shopping Centre and the Novotel Hotel.
Ferries
Matilda Rocket ferries service Circular Quay, regularly departing and arriving at terminals in front of Harbourside Shopping Centre, the Maritime Museum and the Sydney Aquarium.
Parking
Visitors can park at the Exhibition Centre for easy access via lift or stairs. Rates start at $8.00 per hour, up to a maximum of $27.00 per day. Call 02 9282 5000 or visit www.scec.com.au for current rates.
Alternative Parking
The following carparks are located close to the fair. For up to date charges and information, call or visit their websites.
* Entertainment Centre Carpark (3 minute walk) phone: 02 9264 1624.
* Harbourside, Murray St, Pyrmont (behind Novotel Hotel) (6 minute walk) www.wilsonparking.com.au, phone: 02 9552 2330.