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Top Cocktail Party Venues in Sydney CBD
The Sydney CBD boasts a variety of sophisticated cocktail party venues. Picture a gathering at Darling Harbour, where waterfront venues offer stunning views and easy access to top bars and restaurants. For a trendy vibe, explore venues near Oxford Street and Barangaroo, featuring chic lounges and cocktail bars that set the perfect mood for mingling. Find the ideal venue on Tagvenue and host an unforgettable cocktail party in Sydney's city centre!
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![Rooftop Terrace at The Rooftop Terrace in Pyrmont, Sydney CBD]()
from $2250
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
150 guestsThe Rooftop TerracePyrmont, Sydney CBD
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JJosieevans
“The rooftop bar was an amazing space for a party. The view of the city was a beautiful backdrop.” -
![Hanging Gardens at Verandah in Sydney CBD]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityHanging Gardens
100 guestsVerandahSydney CBDCChris A.
“Would definitely use this venue again!” -
![The Glenmore Room at The Occidental in Sydney CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Glenmore Room
120 guestsThe OccidentalSydney CBD
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AAida G.
“Venue was spacious and the private bar was perfect. Communication with the function managers was good too!” -
![Hideaway at Cabana Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHideaway
50 guestsCabana BarSydney CBDMMatt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.” -
![Entire Venue at Verandah in Sydney CBD]()
from $50000
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550 guestsVerandahSydney CBDSSuzy
“We had our event at Cabana Bar and Sass was AMAZING!!” -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at The Sporting Globe King Street Wharf in Sydney CBD]()
from $20000
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500 guestsThe Sporting Globe King Street WharfSydney CBDJJ
“There was a good selection of drinks from cocktails to spirits to beer and bubbly.” -
![Social Entire Venue at Verandah in Sydney CBD]()
from $9000
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200 guestsVerandahSydney CBDAAisha
“The space was funky and fantastic, surrounded by the rest of the pub really made the party buzz.” -
![Market Room at QT Sydney in Sydney CBD]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMarket Room
80 guestsQT SydneySydney CBDSSofia W.
“QT is a fantastic venue for any function.” -
![Level 1 at The Belvedere Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $1250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLevel 1
55 guestsThe Belvedere HotelSydney CBDBBrendon G.
“Amelia was a pleasure to deal with and was super flexible when we had last minute changes.” -
![Rabbit Bar at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $16000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRabbit Bar
400 guestsThe ArtHouse HotelSydney CBDAAmrit
“Having access to the bar in the room was a great facility as well as value all together!” -
![Artasian at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityArtasian
300 guestsThe ArtHouse HotelSydney CBDVVictoria B.
“Beautiful room with good art and pleasing aesthetics. Lots of comfortable seating for the older employees.” -
![LinQ Bar at Shelbourne Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $330
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityLinQ Bar
150 guestsShelbourne HotelSydney CBDThe Shelbourne Hotel is the perfect place to clink champagne flutes and celebrate special occasions. We specialize in cocktail parties large and small.
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Enjoy Sydney CBD's Small Cocktail Reception Venues
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“Easy to deal with event manager, Great location, great Vibe, fantastic for a private event”
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“The space was funky and fantastic, surrounded by the rest of the pub really made the party buzz.”
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“There was a good selection of drinks from cocktails to spirits to beer and bubbly.”
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Book One of Sydney CBD's Cheap Venues for Cocktail Parties
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“The catering was very reasonably priced, and the food was tasty and of very good quality.”
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“I'd be happy to use the space again. Very affordable & right on the harbour - beautiful location”
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Sydney CBD’s Bars
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“We absolutely loved our experience at Arcade Bar & Club.”
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“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends.”
Drink and Dine at Sydney CBD’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“Communication with Vicki, food was great”
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“Had an amazing night with my family and Friends celebrating my wedding celebration would highly recommend.”
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Book a Hotel for a Delicious Drinks Reception Event
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“Definitely a recommended venue.”
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“Easy to work with during the planning stage. Our guests were having a good time during the event.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in Sydney CBD
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average $3500 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 CBD, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From $2000 | to $6600 | minimum spend per event |
| From $60 | to $110 | per person |
| From $600 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
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Hanging Gardens at Verandah in Sydney CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We were just overjoyed with the venue / staff! Thank you guys so much x...’ -
Rooftop Terrace at The Rooftop Terrace in Pyrmont - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was fantastic. The rooftop bar was an amazing space for a party.’ -
The Glenmore Room at The Occidental in Sydney CBD - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Loved the space, bar and the staff were super helpful. Pizza was pretty good and wedges were amazing.’
You'll find cocktail party venues 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 CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 140 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 170 guests | prices average $10000 minimum spend per event |
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