About Sydney Fish Market
Sydney Fish Market is a large working seafood market located on Blackwattle Bay in Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales. Established in its current location in 1966, it is the largest market of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and the third largest fish market globally. The complex combines wholesale auctions, retail seafood merchants, delicatessens, restaurants, and a seafood cooking school, attracting both locals and visitors seeking fresh produce and waterfront dining.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a busy waterfront market complex with multiple retail fishmongers, delis, bakeries, and casual seafood restaurants with indoor and outdoor harbourside seating. The site overlooks Blackwattle Bay with fishing boats moored at the wharves. Visitors can browse fresh seafood displays, purchase cooked seafood to eat on-site, watch fishmongers at work, attend the Sydney Seafood School, and join guided behind-the-scenes tours of the auction and wharf areas.
Key highlights
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Largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere and third largest in the world
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Waterfront location on Blackwattle Bay with harbour views
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Wide range of fresh and cooked seafood from six retail fishmongers
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Multiple waterfront restaurants, cafes and delicatessens
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Sydney Seafood School offering cooking classes