Bankstown is a quaint town in the west of Sydney, around 16 kilometres from the central business district. Known for its industrial significance, rich history and multicultural community, it’s a top tourist destination with a range of attractions, including historical landmarks, arts and culture centres, parks, museums, sports centres, shopping malls and famous buildings. Here are some top destinations to see and visit in Bankstown.

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Some of the major tourist attractions in Bankstown and things to see and visit include the Bankstown Sports Club, 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.

Also known as Bankstown City Sports Complex, is a local sports club featuring playgrounds and facilities for both professional players and beginners. The complex features netball courts, a basketball court, a cricket ground and soccer courts. It’s home to Bankstown Sports Stars FC.

A local arts and culture hub, Bankstown Arts Centre is a must-visit place for all art enthusiasts and offers an opportunity to participate in a variety of cultural events, exhibitions and theatre performances. The centre also offers creative classes on subjects such as singing, pottery, dance and lapidary. It is the home of the Urban Theatre Projects.

This WWII bunker was the RAAF (Royal Australian Air Force) headquarters from 1945 to 1947 during the Second World War. It’s now a nature reserve and public park.

The Bankstown Steam Locomotive Society is located on Hoskins Avenue and is a non-profit society of fans and enthusiasts who are interested in Steam Trains, Traction Engines and Model Engineering. It was formed in 1967. Visit to see the unmatched 1100 metres of 5-inch gauge track. Attend public days on the 2nd Saturday of each month and enjoy riding tiny trains.

This is one of the largest public parks and recreation centres in the area. The park features lush gardens, scenic trails, shaded seating areas and a kids’ playground with equipment. Locals visit for picnics, recreation and sports. Attractions include the Bankstown Cenotaph War Memorial, Grahame Thomas Oval Playground and Bankstown Oval.

Little Saigon Plaza, on Chapel Road, is a modern shopping centre and entertainment hub, comprising many famous eateries and restaurants, retail, grocery and clothing shops and entertainment options including Bowling, Pool Table and Dodgem cars and Karaoke Lounge & Bar.

Bankstown Station is a major rail station on the Inner West & South Line of the Sydney Rail Network. It connects Bankstown to other suburbs and the Sydney CBD.

It is a beautiful local park featuring green areas, seating benches, a children’s playground with equipment, a tranquil pond and a miniature train offering amusement rides for kids. The park is home to the Bankstown Bulls, the suburb’s Junior Rugby League Football Club.

Greenfield Station Bistro – a fine dining restaurant set like a train station, with carriages remodelled as seating spaces. The diverse menu has many delicious options for one to try.

Bankstown City Plaza – For shopping lovers, Bankstown City Plaza is a good place to find shops selling groceries, vegetables, clothes and a lot more. The area also has many good eating options. Bankstown Central is another popular destination among shopaholics.

Saigon Place – This small shopping mall within Bankstown City Plaza features many ethnic restaurants offering Asian cuisines.

Paul Keating Park is a famous tourist attraction and a stylish park with modern amenities and contemporary art pieces and statues. The playground is suitable for people of all ages.

Bryan Brown Theatre – It is a local culture centre and an art theatre hosting various events throughout the year, including theatrical performances, art shows, music, dance and more.