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Top Private Bars near Sydney Harbour

The bridge and the sails need no introduction. The harbour is Sydney’s main stage. Private bars in Sydney Harbour place you near Circular Quay, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge, with options ranging from underground cocktail rooms and stylish mezzanine bars to intimate hideaways built for group bookings. Designed with hosting in mind, these spaces balance atmosphere with practical setups for events. Compare your options, check the details, and book the right spot for your next night out.

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Book Small Bar Venues in Sydney Harbour

Waterfront Rooftop Terrace
from $28
per person / per session
Waterfront Rooftop Terrace
20
35
Rouge Bar Darling Harbour
(3)
Sydney (5.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Private space
Located on the Rooftop Terrace at Cockle Bay Wharf, Rouge Bar is an intimate harbourfront venue ideal for private events of up to 30 guests. With sweeping views, modern décor and a relaxed lounge atmosphere, it’s a standout
Entire Venue
from $79
per person / per session
Entire Venue
41
45
Fix Wine Bar + Restaurant
(3)
Sydney (5.9 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
Our venue is a small, 40-seat bar and restaurant with an amazing front bar where you can not only enjoy our great food and drinks but also spend time chatting with our team.
Indoor Area
from $55
per person / per session
Indoor Area
22
35
Cicchetti Wine Bar
Sydney (5.8 km from Sydney Harbour)
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
We can welcome up to 35 guests. The space includes warm light, natural light, and classic furnishings. It’s a great option for small cocktail parties and private functions during the day or evening.
Entire Venue
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
25
30
The Dancing Bear
Sydney (7.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
Are you on the hunt for a venue to host your next event? The Dancing Bear is here to help! With a capacity of 30 for cocktails, our space is perfect for intimate gatherings or celebrations with those you want close to you.
Kokomo
from $2500
minimum spend / per session
Kokomo
15
30
Cabana Bar
(16)
Sydney (5.8 km from Sydney Harbour)
Lounge in a Bar
Semi-private area
I want to take you down to Kokomo! Get there fast, and then take it slow. Lean into the vacay vibes in this semi-private space, perfect for intimate gatherings.
Inside Area
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Inside Area
30
Since I Left You
(35)
Sydney (5.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Semi-private area
M
Moe
“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends.”
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Find Affordable Bars for Events in Sydney Harbour

Above 319
from $17000
minimum spend / per session
Above 319
90
100
Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
(7)
Sydney (5.9 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar in a Hotel
Semi-private area
D
Debbie
“Easy to deal with event manager, Great location, great Vibe, fantastic for a private event”
Sol
from $45
per person / per session
Sol
30
120
Four Hundred
(16)
Sydney (4.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
K
Kris M.
“We also added an unlimited beers, wines, and non-alcoholic drinks bar tab, which our guests really enjoyed.”
Bayside Bistro & Bar
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Bayside Bistro & Bar
120
InterContinental Sydney Double Bay
(8)
Sydney (8.9 km from Sydney Harbour)
Hotel
Semi-private area
The venue serves classic dishes alongside refreshing drinks in a lively atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for both casual dining and celebratory gatherings.
Tokio Hotel
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
Tokio Hotel
400
Home The Venue
(18)
Sydney (5.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar in a Live Music Venue
Private space
It is ideal for intimate gatherings to bigger events such as premiere to a product launch, film locations to awards ceremonies, theatre style events, cocktail parties, social club events, performance to a press conference.
Private Dining Room 2
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room 2
10
10
Bar Lulu
(4)
Sydney (5.2 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Private space
Enjoy 5 stars service matched with breathtaking views and first class culinary experience, Bar Lu Lu private dining space is the ideal destination for your next event.
Mary’s Circular Quay
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
Mary’s Circular Quay
50
60
Mary's Circular Quay
(1)
Sydney (5.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Shared space
Mary’s Circular Quay – Small Groups. Big Flavour. Zero Bullsh*t. Right in the thick of Sydney’s CBD and steps from the harbour, Mary’s Circular Quay is the go-to spot for group hangs, casual catch-ups, pre-show feeds, or
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties

Social Private Dining Room
from $3500
minimum spend / per session
Social Private Dining Room
70
200
Verandah
(69)
Sydney (5.8 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Private space
E
Esther Y.
“Received so many compliments on the venue and made everyone’s night honestly!!!”
Club
from $5000
minimum spend / per day
Club
120
300
Arcade Bar & Club
(7)
Sydney (5.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
L
Lucas K.
“The vibes here are amazing, and the staff is incredibly friendly.”
Lock Forward
from $500
minimum spend / per day
Lock Forward
10
20
The Sporting Globe King Street Wharf
(65)
Sydney (5.1 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
R
Rachel O.
“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone!”
Helm Bar North End
from $44000
minimum spend / per day
Helm Bar North End
100
200
Helm Cockle Bay - The Terrace
(23)
Sydney (5.4 km from Sydney Harbour)
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
G
Grahame A.
“Great venue that served great food with good service”
Whole Bar
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
Whole Bar
22
8
Vinabar
Sydney (5.5 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
Whether you're planning a team outing, client meeting, birthday party, or any other special occasion, our venue provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable experience.
Entire Venue
from $6050
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
80
300
The Rooftop Sydney
(3)
Sydney (5.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Rooftop at a Bar
Whole venue
The L shaped room has a private bar, bathrooms and includes space for an optional dance floor and your own choice of music. In-house AV includes a cordless microphone for speeches, a projector screen for corporate presentations
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Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars

Entire Venue
from $2500
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
50
100
Stanley's on Stanley
(15)
Sydney (6.7 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
K
Kelly P.
“The team knew their cocktail mixes well, they helped me have the world’s best 40th bday party.”
The Terrace South End
from $5500
minimum spend / per day
The Terrace South End
30
50
Helm Cockle Bay - The Terrace
(23)
Sydney (5.4 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Private space
M
Marli A.
“Could not recommend highly enough for an end of year party or any catered event.”
Solander Dining and Bar
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Solander Dining and Bar
70
140
West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton
(11)
Sydney (5.3 km from Sydney Harbour)
Hotel
Semi-private area
K
Katie N.
“I could not recommend this function more for a work christmas party!”
Dance Floor
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Dance Floor
20
Tatler Sydney
(116)
Sydney (7.2 km from Sydney Harbour)
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Shared space
C
Cristiane B.
“I had the best experience and definitely recommend booking your party at Tatler.”
Social Entire Venue
from $9000
minimum spend / per session
Social Entire Venue
120
200
Verandah
(69)
Sydney (5.8 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
A
Anna L.
“Katie kept us up to date with the spend so we didn't go over budget.”
Penny Main Bar
from $250
hire fee / per session
Penny Main Bar
60
100
Pennys Potts Point
(70)
Sydney (7.2 km from Sydney Harbour)
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Pub
Semi-private area
L
Leah H.
“Staff were very friendly and so helpful and the venue had plenty of space for my party of 60 people.”
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Be Merry at Our Featured Bars for Christmas Parties

Beer Garden & Lounge
from $3500
minimum spend / per session
Beer Garden & Lounge
50
100
Stanley's on Stanley
(15)
Sydney (6.7 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Private space
J
Jasmine M.
“Amazing venue. Great staff. Good times all round would book again 10/10”
Entire Venue
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
18
30
KAHII | Kissaten & Wine Bar
Sydney (5.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
Kahii is a Japanese-style kissaten by day and a wine and cocktail bar by night offering a versatile and intimate space ideal for cocktail events, private functions, tastings, and creative gatherings.
Exclusive Venue Hire
from $8000
minimum spend / per session
Exclusive Venue Hire
200
380
Four Hundred
(16)
Sydney (4.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Whole venue
M
Mahsa E.
“Everything from the food to the venue and team were perfect. Thank you to Jess and the Team Mahsa and Dillon”
Entire Venue
from $65000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
350
Cabana Bar
(16)
Sydney (5.8 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
M
Matt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.”
Entire Venue
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
46
75
Corner Bar Rozelle
Sydney (2.9 km from Sydney Harbour)
Bar
Whole venue
Corner Bar is a very cool, funky venue with a wonderful corner location in the trendy suburb of Rozelle NSW. We can create wonderfully memorable functions The venue is available for an entire venue hire.
Market Street Garden Bar
from $30000
minimum spend / per session
Market Street Garden Bar
190
550
Shelbourne Hotel
(1)
Sydney (5.6 km from Sydney Harbour)
Hotel
Private space
We specialize in cocktail parties large and small. Our exclusive function rooms suit a range of occasions, from corporate Christmas celebrations to milestone Birthdays and Engagement Parties.
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Private Bars for Hire near Sydney Harbour

FAQs about Top Private Bars near Sydney Harbour

Booking costs of private 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 Harbour, based on Tagvenue data from April 2026:

Prices of private bars in Sydney Harbour
From $1500 to $5500 minimum spend per event
From $45 to $115 per person
From $330 to $2000 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:

You'll find private 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 Harbour, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (April 2026):

Small up to 60 guests prices average $1650 minimum spend per event
Medium between 80 and 120 guests prices average $3000 minimum spend per event
Large over 140 guests prices average $6000 minimum spend per event

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