The Rocks Market

The Rocks Market

The Rocks Market, Sydney is one of he most celebrated markets here. This famous market is situated at the north end of George Street snuggled in the midst of The Rocks and under the shadow of the Sydney Harbor Bridge. This market is open only on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 5pm.

About the Rocks

The Rocks is one of the most frequented spots in Sydney both by local people and the visitors that come to the city. It is the oldest colonial area in Sydney. As well as, it has historical significance. This centre has an abundance of information on points of interest around The Rocks and provides free information and literature. You can also purchase souvenirs and mementos from here. No doubt, it is described as "Sydney's outdoors museum".

There has been a dramatic change in the recent past and as the result the whole area has worn on a new look. Today this oldest district in Sydney is full of vibrant cafes and restaurants and interesting tourist shops and stalls. But this total metamorphosis of the old area, has not affected its charm and the heritage buildings. Infact the transformation has resulted into a unique fusion of modern amenities in an old and valued setting.

About the Rocks Market, Sydney

The Rocks Market, Sydney is held every Saturday and Sunday between 10 am in the morning to 5 pm in the evening. It takes places on two streets, George and Playfair rain or shine. The Rocks Market is managed by Sydney Harbor Foreshore Authority. Shopping under the distinctive yellow sails you'll discover arts and crafts, photography, Australian, indigenous artware, jewellary, books and much more. You will find more or less 150 stalls there under a series of sail-like canopies, filling the lower end of George Street. You will also find a number of food vendors and some musicians playing on their instruments to entertain the visitors.

The Rocks Market, Sydney houses everything on earth you wish to buy. The stalls are filled with a wide range of Australian gift ideas, homewares and collectibles. You will get to buy various forms of artifacts ranging from sketches, painting and photography to textiles, ceramics and wood carving and many others. You will get everything from cheap and cheesy tourist gifts to expensive artist originals which you can buy for your personal collection. Some of the items for sale here are singular crafts that you have not seen in other markets. You will also get homemade delicious cakes and pies.

Walking and shopping down the Rocks Market, Sydney is really a different kind of experience. You will get enthralled by seeing the variety of artifacts sold here. Though overcrowded, this market has its own charm which draws numerous people here every weekend.

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