Customs House
31 Alfred Street, Sydney New South Wales Australia 2000 View Map

Venue Highlights

A beautifully refurbished heritage building with stunning contemporary architecture and design. Customs House is one of the most significant buildings in the history of European Settlement in Australia. Originally constructed in 1845 it was built on the site of the First Fleet landing.

Customs House re-opened on 1st December 2004, after an extensive refurbishment program, which has tranformed one of Sydney's finest colonial buildings into a dynamic public facility and meeting space.

For special events the beautifully restored Barnet Long Room boasts a grand colonial style, with 5 metre high ceilings, large windows and strong acoustics. It is the premier function and performance space at Customs House.The Barnet Long Room has access to a magnificent colonial balcony.

Location

Located at Circular Quay and only a few minutes walk from the Harbour, the Rocks and the Sydney Opera House.

Catering Information

Restaurant Associates is a global brand introducing exciting restaurant concepts and high quality foodservice for well over half a century in the US and UK at venues such as the Guggenheim Museum and Carnegie Hall. We are now in Australia as the foodservice partner to two of Sydney's leading landmark venues - Sydney Town Hall and Customs House.

As leaders in the field of fine dining we are able to delight your guests with our innovative and flexible event solutions. We are committed to the use of the freshest and finest local produce and share with our guests our love and understanding of Australian fine wines.

We use our global experience to introduce your guests to a truly cosmopolitan dining event. Let your guests experience the international expertise of Restaurant Associates.

Technical Facilities

The Barnet Long Room has innovative equipment included in the venue hire:
- LCD projector (ceiling mounted) & Screen
- DVD/VCR Player
- 1 x Lectern and Microphone set
- Staging & Stage lighting