Some of the local landmarks include the Petersham Town Hall, the water tower and Petersham Park, there is also the Petersham Inn Hotel, it is a very popular pub along Parramatta Road in Petersham. It is pretty much the local community pub, just like most pubs in most towns and suburbs it serves liquor to the local area, also airs sports games and live cabaret tv shows. The buildings in Petersham are mostly terrace houses, just like the buildings in Summer Hill and Stanmore. The suburb is fantastic, it is suitable for student life and can also accommodate the life of a professional considering the easy transport in and out of the Suburb.