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About The Metro Theatre

The Metro Theatre sits in the heart of Sydney's CBD at 624 George Street, a storied two-space live music venue that has hosted iconic acts and memorable moments since the 1990s. The main space, The Metro Forum, accommodates up to approximately 1,550 attendees, with the Transit Lounge (Lair) offering a more intimate setting of about 350. Most shows are standing on the main floor, but some events feature seated configurations (often up to about 550 seats). Whether you’re catching a rising act or a celebrated headliner, we’ve got you covered with practical details to make your night easy and unforgettable.

Accessible by foot, rail, and bus, The Metro Theatre is a central hub for music lovers in Sydney. It’s also a venue with a bit of glam and a lot of history—renamed and renovated over the years, including periods as Century Theatre and Virgin Mobile Metro, before returning to The Metro Theatre. For a night out with friends, secure your seats and plan ahead with insider tips on parking, transit, and nearby dining and lodging options.

Parking: CBD parking is limited. We recommend Secure Parking at the corner of Goulburn & Elizabeth Streets for convenient access to The Metro Theatre. Plan to allow extra time for parking during peak hours.

Transportation: Town Hall Station is about a 3-minute walk from The Metro Theatre. There are multiple bus routes along George Street, making it easy to reach the venue from various parts of the city and suburbs.

Nearby hotels: For convenient stays, consider: Hilton Sydney (488 George Street), Hyatt Regency Sydney (161 Sussex Street), The Fullerton Hotel Sydney (1 Martin Place), and Shangri-La Sydney (176 Cumberland Street). Each property offers excellent access to the CBD and easy one-stop rides to The Metro.

Dining and affiliates: Exploring before or after a show? We’ve highlighted nearby dining and hotel options with trusted affiliate partners to help you book hassle-free experiences. If you’re looking for great dining close to the venue, or a reliable place to stay, we’ve got insider recommendations to make planning simple.

Notable history: The Metro Theatre is a cornerstone of Sydney’s live music scene, hosting legendary acts such as Jeff Buckley (1995) and You Am I (1996) with multiple sold-out shows, and serving as MTV Australia’s Lair program venue. It remains a dynamic space with The Metro Forum and the Transit Lounge/Lair delivering diverse configurations for an array of events.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 624 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
  • Venue type: two-space live music venue (Forum/The Metro main room and Transit Lounge/Lair) with various configurations
  • Main space capacity: approximately 1,550 (The Metro Forum); Secondary space capacity: approximately 350 (Metro Social / Lair)
  • Seating: mostly standing on the main floor; some seated configurations possible for certain shows (often up to about 550 seats for seated events)
  • Parking: very limited CBD parking; recommended Secure Parking at the corner of Goulburn & Elizabeth Streets
  • Transit: Town Hall Station about a 3-minute walk; multiple buses to George Street; central CBD location
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Sydney (488 George Street), Hyatt Regency Sydney (161 Sussex Street), The Fullerton Hotel Sydney (1 Martin Place), Shangri-La Sydney (176 Cumberland Street)
  • Notable events: Jeff Buckley (1995); You Am I (1996) with multiple sold-out shows; historically hosted MTV Australia’s Lair program
  • Renamed/renovation history: briefly known as Century Theatre (mid-2000s) and Virgin Mobile Metro (2009) before returning to The Metro Theatre