Chase Anderson_Sydney Fish Market_Attractions

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- Sydney Fish Market

· The second-largest seafood market in the world after Japan, it's considered the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.

· Home to over 500 varieties of seafood, offering everything from Australian lobsters and king crabs to oysters, salmon, and cod.
· Purchased seafood can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner, allowing you to savor fresh cuisine while taking in the charming harbor views.
· Auctions are held from 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM; join the behind-the-scenes market tour to witness the complete seafood auction process.

Transportation
Take the L1 Lilyfield Line light rail to Fish Market or Wentworth Park station

Admission
Free

Opening Hours
07:00-16:00 (January 1 - December 31, Monday-Sunday)

Tips
*Closed on Christmas Day

Location
Corner Pyrmont Bridge Road &, Bank St, Sydney NSW 2009 Australia

Chase Anderson Mar 21,2025

As everyone knows, Sydney Fish Market is the second-largest seafood market in the world after Japan, and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. However, I felt it has become quite commercialized and turned into more of a tourist attraction.

It's definitely worth visiting to see the variety of uncommon seafood like Australian lobsters and king crabs - great for expanding your knowledge. The selection is impressive and everything is fresh! However, the prices are similar to what you'd pay in China, which is surprising. Mussels, in particular, are notably more expensive than in New Zealand.

The processing fees are quite high, and the seafood prices in general are steep, especially in the Chinese restaurants. For reference: Australian lobster: around 190 AUD/kg、King crab: about 188 AUD/kg、Cheese-covered small lobster: 28 AUD each、Salt-baked small lobster: 28 AUD each、Grilled prawns: 20 AUD for 3-4 pieces、Small squid: 16.50 AUD per box、Salmon: around 20+ AUD per box、Sushi: 15 AUD for 2 pieces

For tourists, especially those from China, these prices seem artificially inflated. It feels like they're taking advantage of the market's popularity to charge premium prices.