Macquarie Centre

Macquarie Centre is one of Sydney’s largest shopping and entertainment destinations, located in the Macquarie Park precinct near Macquarie University. With more than 360 specialty stores, major retailers, fashion brands, technology stores, dining outlets and entertainment options, it attracts shoppers, families, students, workers and visitors from across Sydney’s north.

For guests staying in Macquarie Park, Macquarie Centre is a practical and enjoyable place to spend a few hours between meetings, appointments or weekend plans. It brings together everyday essentials and bigger shopping moments, from fashion and beauty to electronics, gifts, homewares and services.

Shopping, dining and entertainment

Macquarie Centre is more than a retail stop. Alongside its wide range of stores, the centre includes casual dining, restaurants, cafés, cinema experiences and an ice rink, giving visitors plenty of reasons to stay longer than planned.

It is especially useful for families and leisure guests looking for an easy activity close to their accommodation, as well as business travellers who need to pick up last-minute items, meet over coffee or make the most of downtime in Macquarie Park.

A local hub for more than shopping

The centre’s location makes it a natural meeting point for the wider North Ryde and Macquarie Park area. It sits close to Macquarie University, Macquarie University Hospital and the Macquarie Park business precinct, making it a convenient addition to many different types of stays.

For guests searching for shopping near Macquarie Park, dining near Macquarie University or things to do near North Ryde, Macquarie Centre offers a simple answer with plenty of choice under one roof.

Why stay at Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park

For a leisure stay in Sydney’s north, Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park gives guests space to enjoy the area without needing to travel into the CBD for every plan.

Spend the day shopping at Macquarie Centre, catch a movie, take the family ice skating or meet friends for lunch, then return to a room that feels calm and contemporary. The location works well for weekend stays, short breaks, shopping trips and mixed-purpose visits where some of the day is planned and the rest is left open.

Dining is easy to keep close, too. Guests can start with breakfast at Bistro Sydney, head out to explore Macquarie Centre, then return for dinner, a drink at Bistro Bar or in-room dining if the day has been full. For those who like to keep moving, the fitness centre is available before or after time spent exploring the area.

Getting to Macquarie Centre

Macquarie Centre is approximately a 5-minute drive from Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park, depending on traffic.

Guests can travel by car, taxi or rideshare, with parking available at the centre. For public transport, Macquarie Park Metro Station is close to Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park, with Macquarie University Metro Station one stop away. From there, Macquarie Centre is within easy walking distance.

Travel times can vary during weekends, school holidays and major retail periods, so it is worth allowing a little extra time during peak shopping hours.

Make time for more in Macquarie Park

A stay near Macquarie Centre makes it easy to add shopping, dining and entertainment to your Sydney plans without overcomplicating the day. From fashion and tech to family-friendly activities and casual dining, Macquarie Centre gives visitors plenty to do close by, while Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park keeps the stay comfortable, connected and easy to enjoy.

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