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Marble Foyer at Sydney Masonic Centre

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Marble Foyer300-guest cocktail & reception space · Sydney CBD

335 sqmFloor area
300Max guests
Castlereagh Street entranceLocation
Built-inAV & concierge
About this space

A triple-height marble arrival hall with its own private street entrance — an unforgettable first impression.

A stunning and singular space beneath an impressive triple-storey, ten-metre ceiling. With a private entrance on Castlereagh Street, the Marble Foyer makes a memorable first impression as a registration, catering or cocktail venue — and is a sought-after location for film and commercial shoots. Combined with the Banquet Hall or Grand Lodge it forms a seamless trade and exhibition circuit.

Capacity by layout

LayoutGuests
Cocktails300
Banquet100

Where two figures are shown they follow the two layouts named — e.g. round tables / trestle tables, U-shape / boardroom.

Floor plan — see it set your way

guests in this layout —
Marble Foyer 335 SQM · CASTLEREAGH STREET ENTRANCE ↑ TO BANQUET HALL & GRAND LODGE business centre LIFT LIFT grand stair colonnade CASTLEREAGH ST PRIVATE ENTRANCE 0m5m10m INDICATIVE PLAN · SMC

Redrawn from the official architectural plan — indicative, not to survey scale

Indicative arrangement · 335 sqm · Castlereagh Street entrance · maximums depend on staging & AV Check this room's availability →

Made for nights like these

Registration & arrivals
Cocktail receptions
Film & photography
Exhibition overflow

What's included

  • Triple-height ten-metre ceiling
  • Private Castlereagh Street entrance
  • Marble interiors — film & photo favourite
  • Registration & cocktail configuration
  • Pairs with Banquet Hall & Grand Lodge
  • Fully accessible
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Explore Marble Foyer in 3D

Walk Level 1 in the 3D tour, or stand inside Marble Foyer with the 360° view.

Interactive tour hosted by Matterport and Momento360. Use the full-screen button for the best view.

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Good to know

Marble Foyer — questions answered

How many guests does the Marble Foyer hold?
The Marble Foyer holds up to 300 guests across 335 sqm. By layout: cocktails 300; banquet 120. Use the room-fit tool on our Planning Tools page to check your numbers against every layout.
Where is the Marble Foyer in the building, and is it accessible?
The Marble Foyer is at the Castlereagh Street entrance of the Sydney Masonic Centre at 66 Goulburn Street, Sydney CBD — a short walk from Central, Museum and Town Hall stations. All twelve SMC spaces are fully accessible.
What AV is built into the Marble Foyer?
Registration and cocktail AV with background sound and display screens, plus a private Castlereagh Street entrance for arrivals. Everything is run by SMC's in-house audiovisual team with digital concierge support, and the Centre has dedicated internet up to 1 Gbps — so there's no third-party AV hire to arrange.
Can the Marble Foyer be combined with other spaces?
Yes. Pairs with Banquet Hall & Grand Lodge. SMC's twelve rooms are designed to run together — a plenary with breakout rooms, or the Marble Foyer with the Marble Foyer for arrival drinks. Tell us your numbers and our team will suggest the right combination.
Is catering available in the Marble Foyer?
Yes — all catering is cooked in the building by SMC's in-house chefs, from working lunches and conference breaks to plated gala dinners and canapé receptions. Menus are on our Catering page and can be tailored to your event.
How do I check availability for the Marble Foyer?
Send a quick enquiry with your date and guest numbers and our events team will respond within one business day with availability, a proposal and the option to book a walkthrough of the space. You can also call +61 2 9284 2888.
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