A smaller gig staple.
Everything you need to know before your night out at The Metro Theatre
The metro theatre is a staple for smaller artists or those who want to put on a more intimate show when preforming in Sydney. With a capacity of 1100, a sloped floor and onsite bar the venue is great for young and old. As it is located in the centre of the city there is plenty of public transport accessibility and great places to eat making it the ideal spot for a great gig.
The Details
The basics
Address: 624 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Venue type: Music
Seating options: Yes in some modes seats are available, but not usually for music concerts
Overall cost : $ / $$$
Wheelchair Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible tickets are available for purchase via the Enmore Theatre Box Office on 02 9550 3666.
ATM accessibility: As the Metro Theatre is in the middle of the city, you’re never far from an atm. Click Here for a map.
General Vibe: Intermediate and danceable, don't let its 'theatre' tag trick you.
Overall child-friendliness: The venue is an ok venue for kids but due to the overall General Admission (stood up) set up it isn’t great.
Getting There
As the metro is right in the city, its heaps easy getting there
Trains
The metro is a three minute walk from town hall train station where trains run regularly from all directions. Take the Sydney Town Hall exit and walk south along George Street until you reach the venue.
Buses
All busses that run to the Victoria Street building (the queen vic building) are about a three minute walk from the venue with some stopping just outside. Ideally, look for busses going to townhall of the queen vic building.
For more information and to plan your trip please click here
Driving
As there is very limited on-street parking in the CBD, it’s best to book a pre-paid spot before your gig, or use public transport. A Wilson secure parking complex is located on the Corner of Goulburn & Elizabeth Streets. They are open until 12am Mon – Thurs, 11pm on Sundays, 1am on Fridays and 1.30am on Saturdays. Parking costs between $8 - $10 flat rate after 6pm (depending on the day).
More expensive parking is also found 137 Castlereagh St which is open until 12am Sun – Fri & 2am on Sat. After 6pm a flat rate of $18 applies.
Taxis and Ubers
Taxis and ubers are readily available from outside the venue at all times.
Where to eat
On a budget
If you need a quick bite to eat before a concert but don't want to break the bank , try these:
$ / $$$
Affordable and tasty Japanese cuisine, just down the road from the Metro Theatre.
Opening hours:
11:30 am – 10pm
Shop 11, 537-551 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Ph: 02 9283 5525
$ / $$$
A Japanese teppanyaki stakehouse that specialises in rice and noodle based dishes, just across the road from The Metro.
Opening Hours
Monday- Wednesday, Sunday : 11 am – 10 pm
Thursday- Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm
Shop 10, 537-551 George St, Sydney New South Wales 2000
Email: ENQUIRIES@PEPPERLUNCH.COM.AU
For a full meal
If you're looking to turn your gig into a full night out, try heading to these restaurants before your show:
$$ / $$$
Great Korean food with a twist served in a modern shopfront, just up the road from the Metro.
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Friday: 12:00 pm - 1:00 am
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
9 Wilmot St, Sydney New South Wales 2000
Ph: (02) 8964 9206
On the go
If you need to eat something quick before you go or a snack afterwards try:
$ / $$$
A pun based fast-food joint that specialises in fries, burgers and nuggets with a vegan menu that’s located just across the street
Opening hours:
Monday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wednesday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am - 1:00 am
Friday: 11:00 am - 4:00 am
Saturday: 11:00 am - 4:00 am
Sunday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
537 George St, Sydney New South Wales 2000
Ph: 1300 667 552
Deserts
Fancy something sweet before or after your gig? Head over to these places:
$$ / $$$
A chocolate lovers dream that specialises in waffles, sundaes, brownies and their namesake ‘the choc pot’. Located Just up the road from the Venue
Opening hours:
Monday to Wednesday: 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday and Sunday: 12:00pm-10:30pm
Friday and Satday: 12:00pm-11:00pm
Regent Place, 501 George St, SYDNEY, NSW 2000
Email: hi@thechocpot.com.au
$ / $$$
An Italian style ice cream shop that specialises in beautiful ice-cream roses made out of their 24 rotating flavours just across from the venue.
Opening hours:
Monday - Sunday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Shop 13 Skyview Plaza 537-551 George street, Sydney, Australia 2000
Email: INFO@i-CREAMY.COM.AU
Rules and Conditions of entry
Be sure to follow these to make sure your nigh runs smoothly
Unless the event is specifically shown to be 'all ages' no one under the age of 18 can attend
Tickets cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned after purchase
Stage diving and crowd surfing are prohibited
All drugs and illicit substances are strictly prohibited
All bags may be screened before entry
In order to purchase alcohol valid ID must be shown
Water bottles are not permitted
Smoking and e-cigarettes are banned outside designated smoking areas
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