Sydney · New South Wales
Best Hairdressers in Sydney (2026)
Sydney's hairdressing scene spans beachside salons in Bondi to high-end studios in Double Bay and Paddington. The city is known for natural sun-kissed colour, balayage, and precision cutting.
UnisexNew in Town Salon
Newtown, NSW 2042
Barber5000 BC - Barbershop
Sydney, NSW 2000
BarberBarbers Republic co Wynyard
Sydney, NSW 2000
BarberALEX BARBER SHOP DARLINGHURST
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
BarberUrban Barber Co.
Newtown, NSW 2042
Hair Salon3Sixty Hair
Balmain, NSW 2041
Hair SalonKim Sun Young World Square
Sydney, NSW 2000
Hair SalonWakefields. Hair Salon
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Hair SalonDealis Hair Boutique - Manly, Sydney
Manly, NSW 2095
Hair SalonHair by Clement (George Street) By Appt. Only—NO Walk-ins
Sydney, NSW 2000
BarberBarber Atelier
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
Hair SalonCRAWFORD STUDIOS
Mosman, NSW 2088
Hair SalonFeather Factor Hair Studio
Sydney, NSW 2000
Hair SalonHAIR BY RAV - Hairdresser Northern Beaches
Manly, NSW 2095
Hair SalonSerendipity Atelier
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
BarberGame Barbershop
Manly, NSW 2095
UnisexLes Deux Garcons
Newtown, NSW 2042
Hair SalonStudio 8 Mosman
Mosman, NSW 2088
UnisexSolstice Skin
Bondi, NSW 2026
Hair SalonThe Neighbourhood Salon
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
How to find the best hairdresser in Sydney
Finding the right hairdresser in Sydneystarts with knowing what you need. Whether you’re after a precision cut, balayage, keratin treatment, or a classic barber fade, Sydney has specialists in every category.
What to look for
- Google reviews — check recent reviews, not just the overall rating
- Specialisation — curly hair, colour correction, and extensions all require specialist skills
- Online booking — salons with online booking tend to be better organised
- Location — factor in parking, public transport, and opening hours
- Consultations — the best salons offer free consultations before major changes
Sydney by the numbers
We currently list 20 top-rated salons and barbers across Sydney. 11 hair salons and 6 barber shops made our curated list based on verified reviews, consistency, and local reputation.
Popular suburbs for hair services
The most popular suburbs for hair salons in Sydney include Sydney, Surry Hills, Bondi, Paddington, Newtown. Each suburb has its own character — from boutique studios to high-volume salons.