Bankstown is an inner suburb of Sydney located about 16 kilometres from the central business district. This vibrant suburb is famous for its multicultural community, particularly influenced by Arab and Vietnamese cultures. Visitors come here to experience the region’s eccentric culture and diverse culinary options and see the various historical landmarks and heritage sites. Even for shoppers, this quaint NSW town has a good range of options. Be sure to indulge in the following activities and experiences during your next visit to Bankstown, NSW.

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Some of the major tourist attractions in Bankstown and things to see and visit include the Bankstown Sports Club, a premium destination for sports enthusiasts and recreation seekers, Bankstown Arts Centre, the Bankstown Bunker, The Bankstown Steam Locomotive Society, Bankstown City Gardens, Bankstown Station, Ruse Park, Bryan Brown Theatre, the Bankstown Town Hall, Bankstown City Plaza and Paul Keating Park.

The Bankstown Arts Centre hosts various cultural events and exhibitions throughout the year. Platform One at Greenfield Station Bistro, a fine dining restaurant in a train carriage, is a popular tourist attraction and eatery.

The Bankstown Bunker is a historical attraction and was originally called Air Defence Headquarters Sydney (ADHQ Sydney). It was used as a RAAF (Royal Australian Air Force) operations facility between 1945 and 1947.

The Bankstown Steam Locomotive Society in Ruse Park is a steam train offering amusement rides to kids and adults along with a sneak peek into the history of steam engines and trains in Australia.

Saigon Plaza (also called Bankstown City Plaza) is the major shopping centre catering to the retail and entertainment needs of locals and visitors alike. Bankstown Central is another popular shopping mall having shops, clothing stores, a food court and a supermarket. Little Saigon Plaza on Chapel Road is a new but fairly good place to buy the latest fashion, groceries and baked goods.

Other smaller but equally popular shopping destinations in Bankstown include Valley View Continental Groceries and Spices, Home Focus, Bankstown Clothing Warehouse, HomeCo Bankstown, BIG W, UNIQLO, Armani Gallery and Woolworths.

Bankstown has many parks and dedicated recreational and sports facilities for outdoor lovers.

The top parks in the area include Bankstown City Gardens featuring lush gardens and a kids' playground, Ruse Park with a miniature steam train, Paul Keating Park, Grahame Thomas Oval Playground and Bankstown Memorial Park.

In terms of recreation and activities in Bankstown, some top destinations to check out include the Bankstown City Sports Complex, where you can watch or participate in various sports like tennis, badminton and soccer, Monkey Mania Bankstown for parties, events and games, Bankstown Oval cricket ground, Nhi Yogalab Bankstown yoga studio and Kids World Adventure Playland & Cafe – an indoor playground for kids.

Thanks to its diverse multicultural community, Bankstown features many vibrant cafes and restaurants offering diverse cuisine options from around the world. Some popular options include Greenfield Station Bistro, Bankstown Lebanese Restaurant, La Piazza Italian, AN Restaurant Vietnamese, Loving Hut Bankstown (vegan), Me Pho Vietnamese Street Food, Dougies Grill Bankstown, Replay Amusement, Karaoke & Bar, Bankstown RSL Club, Lady Banks Rooftop and The House of Thai.

For art enthusiasts and professionals, Bankstown Arts Centre is a popular arts centre and museum, where they can explore exhibits and galleries showcasing the local art and culture. One can also attend events such as live theatres organised by local artists. For those seeking to learn art, major options include Creative Art School on Chapel Road and Elysian School for Art and Dance. Bryan Brown Theatre is a local culture centre and an art theatre hosting various events throughout the year, including theatrical performances, art shows, music, dance and more.