Darlinghurst is an eastern suburb of Sydney managed by the City of Sydney. Its location next to the CBD and Hyde Park makes it a popular inner-city suburb for residents who work in the Sydney CBD.
Darlinghurst has a colourful past as it was once a slum region and red-light district. It has since undergone re-development to make it one of the most incredible places to visit during a tour of Sydney.
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Three key sets of heritage-listed stairs, Horden, McElhone, and Butler, lead to the Woolloomooloo area. Other attractions near this street include the Darlinghurst Fire Station and Green Park.
Another unique precinct at Darlinghurst is Stanley Street, which is called ‘Little Italy’ by the locals. This street was originally home to the Italian community in the mid-20th century and to the colourful Primo Italiano Festival held each year. Many Italian restaurants and eateries line this street, adding to its aesthetic allure.
The main street in Darlinghurst is Oxford Street, lined with many shops and entertainment spots whose pulsating sounds reverberate through the night. Oxford Street is also recognised as the city’s main gay district, hosting the annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
Darlinghurst is home to two of the city’s museums: the Sydney Jewish Museum and the Australian Museum, the latter a natural history museum. A well-serviced transport system with numerous bus routes makes exploring this suburb possible.
So, stop by Darlinghurst on your next visit to Sydney. Plenty of accommodation providers are located in and around this area, so click the link to find the best deal.
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