The first Mardi Gras, held on June 24, 1978, was planned to mark the anniversary of the Stonewall riots in New York in 1969.
Sydney World Pride 2023:
Take that trip of a lifetime.
17 February – 5 March, 2023
Travelling to Australia is a dream for so many people. And when you can combine that experience with an epic Pride party? It’s the icing on the cake. Get the lowdown on flight prices, prime accommodation, events, and all the adventures you can have before and after in Australia. Like, did you know there are pink lakes there? (Road trip, anyone?)
Sydney Pride highlights.
It’s looking like this global Pride event will be a celebration of epic proportions! The program runs the full spectrum of entertainment, from drag races and the world-famous Mardi Gras to human rights conferences and performances by First Nations people. Here’s a rundown of just some of what you can look forward to.
Hotel Hacienda
Located in Chippendale, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Technology Sydney and Crown Street. International Convention Centre Sydney and Capitol Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km). Redfern Station is 6 minutes by foot and Sydney Redfern Station is 5 minutes.
from £44
Adge Hotel and Residences
Located in Surry Hills, this luxury aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Crown Street, Capitol Theatre, and Australian Museum. Hyde Park and St Vincent’s Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Museum Station is 9 minutes by foot and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 10 minutes
from £65
Kirketon Hotel Sydney
Located in Darlinghurst, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital and Crown Street. Hyde Park and Australian Museum are also within 15 minutes. Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Museum Station is 15 minutes.
from £65
Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point
Located in Potts Point, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital and Crown Street. Hyde Park and Australian Museum are also within 15 minutes. Kings Cross Station is only a 3-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 16 minutes.
from £124
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Darling Harbour
Located in Darling Harbour, this luxury hotel is steps away from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Wild Life Sydney Zoo. King Street Wharf and Cockle Bay Wharf are also within 10 minutes. Wynyard Station is 7 minutes by foot and Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station is 10 minutes.
from £103
QT Sydney
Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps away from Westfield Shopping Centre, Sydney Tower and Queen Victoria Building. Pitt Street Mall and Sydney Town Hall are also within 5 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 5-minute walk and St. James Station is 6 minutes.
from £131
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What to do before and after the big party.
Australia is a big place – there are so many adventures waiting for you beyond Sydney. Get some ideas below on everything from family holidays to the best road trips to backpacking, beach and camping opportunities.
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