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Top Activity Bars in Sydney
Sydney Harbour is not the only place where groups gather after dark. People searching for Activity Bars in Sydney can find venues featuring darts, shuffleboard, arcade games, karaoke, and immersive challenges across the CBD, Darling Harbour, and Surry Hills. These spaces combine entertainment, food, and drinks in one location, making them ideal for birthdays, team socials, and celebrations. Many locations also provide private hire packages for larger groups. Browse the listings below and find a place where the competition can begin.
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![The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Bar and Terrace
5060Tatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
#Supervenue
LLilian O.
“I will definitely hire this venue again in the future for sure!” -
![The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gold Bar
3040Tatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
#Supervenue
GGeorgia H.
“Fantastic venue to celebrate my 30th birthday! Brendan was great, clear communication and super easy to book.” -
![Entire Venue at Stanley's on Stanley in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50100Stanley's on StanleyDarlinghurst, SydneyAAshley U.
“The venue itself is a vibe unmatched, this place is a hidden gem in Sydney in my eyes, so worth booking here.” -
![Bar at Loom Lounge in Crows Nest, Sydney]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
4060Loom LoungeCrows Nest, SydneyLLouis W.
“The rest of the staff were great too. Would absolutely book again.” -
![Entire Venue at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120Tatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
#Supervenue
DDebbie J.
“The venue was fantastic, indoor, outdoor and lots of space to spread out. Great vibe for a Christmas Party.” -
![2315 at Fortress Sydney in Chippendale, Sydney]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability2315
80Fortress SydneyChippendale, SydneyPPhillip M.
“Lots of things to do for guests and its a really unique space. There was video games, arcade games, and pool.” -
![Sports Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross, Sydney]()
from $60
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySports Bar
7080Pennys Potts PointKings Cross, SydneyTTamara P.
“Cleanliness, staff professionalism and venue in itself… but ultimately the food was the standout! Amazing” -
![Club at Arcade Bar & Club in Sydney CBD]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub
120300Arcade Bar & ClubSydney CBDDDavid P.
“Comments from many guests were "What a great venue!"” -
![Dance Floor at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDance Floor
20Tatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
#Supervenue
FFlo
“Staff, the drinks, the space that was rented out and the overall vibe” -
![Ground Floor Main Bar at Burdekin Hotel in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor Main Bar
100280Burdekin HotelDarlinghurst, SydneyTTia S.
“Great easy location, clean neat and tidy, great communication and service, easy , stress free fun event .” -
![Ground Floor at Arcade Bar & Club in Sydney CBD]()
from $110
per person / per dayCheck availabilityGround Floor
120400Arcade Bar & ClubSydney CBDLLevana
“The event itself was a massive success thanks to the incredible help of the venue.” -
![VIP Large Karaoke Room at Dynasty Karaoke in Chinatown, Sydney]()
from $338
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityVIP Large Karaoke Room
4060Dynasty KaraokeChinatown, SydneyDDavid
“Great service. Thanks to Emma and the team. Great night friendly service.”
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FAQs about Top Activity Bars in Sydney
Booking costs of activity bars average $2500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $60 | per person |
| From $200 | to $900 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great service and communication. Awesome quieter outdoor space where it's easy to talk and socialise.’ -
Entire Venue at Stanley's on Stanley in Darlinghurst - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue. Great staff. Good times all round would book again 10/10...’ -
Sports Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everything about it! It was affordable.The venue was beautiful, staff was amazing, food was top notch.’
You'll find activity bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 170 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 300 m from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Exclusive Use at Helm Cockle Bay - The Garden
on 7 Wheat Road - 200 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Loved how flexible and easy Belinda was to works with.’ -
Exclusive Waterfront Venue at Rouge Bar Darling Harbour
on 37 Wheat Road - 300 m from centre.
Venue said: Rouge Sydney offers exclusive full-venue hire in one of Darling Harbour’s most iconic waterfront locations — ideal for corporate functions, conferences, product launches, gala dinners, end-of-year parties, and milestone celebrations. -
Screening Room + Bar at QT Sydney
on 49 Market Street - 300 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great private space with plenty of that; space.’
Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 50 guests. Here are some great options in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Medium Karaoke Rooms at Dynasty Karaoke, rated 4.5/5 - event space for 20 guests
Venue said: Located in the heart of Sydney's Chinatown, Dynasty Karaoke is one of the most prestigious entertainment function venues combining karaoke, private rooms, lounge bar, live sports bar, restaurant, and electronic darts all... -
Pool Tables at Shark Hotel, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: The Podium is the perfect space for that small exclusive event you had in mind. It is the perfect private chill out space with that old school pool hall vibe. -
Second Dining Room at Chilangos Hermanos - dining room for 6 guests
Venue said: This private dining room at our fully licensed Mexican restaurant is suitable for small celebrations, business meals, family gatherings, and private dinners.
Cheap activity bars in Sydney start from $500 hire fee per event or $500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Entire Venue at Stanley's on Stanley, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue. Great staff. Good times all round would book again 10/10...’ -
Dance Floor at Tatler Sydney, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Communication was super easy with Brendan. The venue was absolutely stunning and very budget friendly.’ -
3 Connected Warehouses, Glebe at Nauti Studios Forest Lodge, from $200 hire fee per hour (up to 180 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Max was very helpful and we would happily recommend. May of our guests commented that it was a great space.’
In Sydney, activity bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 75 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between $1,000 and $2,500. |
User who booked The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney for 50 guests
said: ‘Highly responsive from initial enquiry through to event. We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between $650 and $2,000. |
User who booked Rooftop Terrace at The Rooftop Terrace for 80 guests
said: ‘Venue was absolutely beautiful and the staff were so amazing and friendly.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between $2,000 and $3,500. |
User who booked Entire Venue at Tatler Sydney for 52 guests
said: ‘The venue was fantastic, indoor, outdoor and lots of space to spread out.’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between $1,100 and $3,500. |
User who booked The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney for 40 guests
said: ‘Brendan was amazingly helpful organising my last minute event.’ |
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