First Timers
Designed for beginners wanting a fun, social introduction to learn and play Pickleball.
Darling Harbour
[ HOUSE OF PICKLE ]
DARLING HARBOUR
8 Outdoor Pickleball Courts & A Licensed Venue
[ PLAY, DRINKS, VIEWS ]
Rooftop Pickleball in the heart of the CBD.
House of Pickle at ICC Sydney Event Deck puts pickleball right in the heart of the city. Eight premium courts in Darling Harbour mean there’s always space to play. Swing by before work, at lunch, or after hours. The fully serviced bar and central location make it easy to turn a quick game into an evening with friends. This is pickleball for city players who want quality courts without the hassle. Darling Harbour just got a whole lot more interesting.
HOP Darling Harbour
House of Pickle is built around the idea that pickleball is better when it's social. Whatever your level, whatever you're looking for, there's a way to play that fits.
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Open Play
Drop in, join a session, and play with the community. Whether you're coming solo or with friends, Open Play is the easiest way to get on court.
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Court Hire
Book a private court for your group — all skill levels welcome, flexible time slots, and paddle hire available on arrival.
Download our app for quick bookings
Booking a court or session has never been easier! Download our app today to be on the court tonight. Available on the App Store or Google Play.
Social Session
A relaxed, easygoing option for teams or groups who just want to have fun. Ideal for casual events, team bonding, or groups who prefer to play at their own pace.
- Welcome and check-in with our staff
- Directed to your court allocation
- Quick introduction to pickleball and how to play
- Full court access for the session
- Staff available for support throughout
- All equipment included
Premium Tournament Experience
Our most popular option, built for groups wanting a structured, competitive, and memorable event.
- Custom draw tailored to your group
- Dedicated event host and full tournament setup
- Warm-up followed by a complete tournament
- Singles (rotating partners) or doubles (fixed teams + live leaderboard)
- Staff-managed play, scoring support, and light coaching
- Semi-finals, grand final and winner prizes
- Optional drink-on-arrival or drinks package
Day Pass Rule: Playing on a free court booking made by an Unlimited or Off-Peak member? You'll need a Day Pass — unless your own membership also includes free court access. This applies to guests and Standard/Social members joining those bookings.
Coaching & Programs
Whether you've never held a paddle or you're ready to compete seriously our certified coaches meet you where you're at. Structured programs, real progression, and sessions that don't feel like hard work.
[ 1:1 Coaching ]
Meet Tek Tea
I’ve been playing pickleball for the past three years and it’s been an incredible journey. I come from a strong tennis background and bring over 10 years of coaching experience, alongside the past year coaching pickleball as a Pickleball Australia certified coach.
[ Coaching ]
Book a Coaching Session
Paddle hire available on arrival
No gear? No problem. We have a full range of quality paddles available to hire right here at the venue — just rock up and we'll get you set up in seconds.
$5
per paddle, per session
Available at the front desk. All paddles are cleaned and inspected between sessions.
Community events & social programs
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Community Events +
Casual round robins, social nights, and seasonal mixers — keep an eye on the calendar to join the next one.
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Social Programs +
Ongoing weekly sessions designed to help you meet other players at your level and progress together.
Our Community
Creating APAC's largest network of pickleball and padel clubs, bringing players together on and off the court.
[ Kiosk by Day, Bar by Night ]
Join us at the House of Pickle Lounge!
Enjoy the lounge any day of the week from 7am to 9pm. Whether you're coming off the court or simply looking for a place to unwind, everyone is welcome — no booking required.
Sit back with a drink, enjoy light bar-style food and snacks and watch the action from our relaxed rooftop setting overlooking the surrounding skyline.
With alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available, plus plenty of covered and undercover areas, it's the perfect all-weather venue to relax, socialise, and soak up the atmosphere all day long.
Contact Us
Wondering what the best session is for you? Left something behind? Still got questions? Our friendly team are happy to answer and help where they can!
If you'd like to plan an event at HOP Darling Harbour, please submit an enquiry here.
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