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Sydney Parks

Sydney is home to more than 400 parks and green spaces where the public can retreat and unwind.

A number of these spaces are award-winning parks that have long provided both locals and visitors with a chance to enjoy the tranquillity Sydney has to offer away from all the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Best Sydney Parks, Dog & Nice Big Kids Parks For a Picnic & With a BBQ




Hyde Park is one of the most popular parks in Sydney, in part because it is the country’s oldest public parkland. With more than 15 hectares of open spaces right in the city, there is every reason to explore this wonderful park.

Look out for The Archibald Fountain, which is one of the park’s most stunning features. Whether you want to set up a picnic, roll on the grass with the kids or soak in the mid-morning sun as you catch up on your favourite book, this is the perfect park to visit.

Visit the Sydney Olympic Park in the Western-Sydney for an outdoor adventure of a lifetime. This park also has beautiful outdoor spaces where you can enjoy a picnic with the little ones.

For those in search of solitude, why not try the Chinese Garden of Friendship in Darling Harbour. Not only is this the chance to appreciate the Chinese architectural style, but it is also a serene place to enjoy a quiet and accessible getaway.

Parramatta is one of Sydney’s popular areas whose rich history and beautiful views makes it a favoured destination. Visit this spot to learn more about its convict history.

Paddington Reservoir Gardens stand out because they have combined historic fixtures with modern fittings, making the park quite unique. The well-manicured gardens, coupled with the sunken garden and striking graffiti, add to the park’s allure as a family-friendly attraction.

Wendy’s Secret Garden is also a hidden gem that is totally worth a visit. This oasis of tranquillity is located close to Lavender Bay and is a natural work of art that boasts winding trails, spectacular views and great picnic spots.



Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach, NSW

Bondi Beach is undoubtedly one of Sydney’s most famous destinations and is popular with visitors and locals all year round. Best known for its turquoise blue waters and pristine sands, this beach marks the...

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Royal Botanic Gardens

Royal Botanic Gardens

Sydney, NSW

The Royal Botanic Gardens are an oasis in the heart of the city. The 30 hectares of grounds are located in one of the city’s most scenic locations. The gardens were established in 1816 and are, in fact, the...

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Blue Mountains National Park

Blue Mountains National Park

Blue Mountains National Park, NSW

The Blue Mountains National Park is a captivating wilderness of stunning biodiversity and one of Sydney’s most spectacular geographical features. This expansive park, which spans more than 247,000 hectares, is a...

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Jenolan Caves

Jenolan Caves

Jenolan, NSW

Jenolan Caves are limestone caves tucked away in the expansive Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve, three hours from Sydney. They are the oldest discovered open caves in the world, with numerous fossils and unique...

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Royal National Park

Royal National Park

Royal National Park, NSW

The Royal National Park, fondly referred to as simply ‘Nasho’, is one of Sydney’s most beautiful destinations. The park was founded in 1879 and is the second oldest national park in the country. Its...

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Centennial Park

Centennial Park

Centennial Park, NSW

Centennial Park is a prime Sydney attraction whose expansive urban parks have made it a beautiful destination. This park also has great historical significance as it is home to the Federation Pavilion, another iconic...

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Bicentennial Park

Bicentennial Park

Sydney Olympic Park, NSW

Bicentennial Park is a diverse park whose natural setting makes it one of the most iconic attractions in Sydney. With more than 40 hectares of stunningly beautiful parklands and a host of natural features, it is little...

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Three Sisters

Three Sisters

Katoomba, NSW

The Three Sisters are a group of unusual rock formations located in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales. The formations are close to the quaint town of Katoomba. They are one of the region’s most visited sites...

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Chinese Garden Of Friendship

Chinese Garden of Friendship

Sydney, NSW
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The Chinese Garden of Friendship is an enchantingly beautiful destination tucked away at the south end of Darling Harbour, just a few minutes from Chinatown. These gardens are rich in Chinese heritage and culture and...

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Ku-Ring-Gai Chase, NSW

The Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is a beautiful northern Sydney destination. This expansive park combines the best natural scenery with historical significance, giving visitors a glimpse into one of the city’s...

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Cockatoo Island

Cockatoo Island

Sydney, NSW

Cockatoo Island is one of Sydney’s most popular islands. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is tucked away in Sydney Harbour and offers one of the most adventurous spots for discovering Sydney’s history. The...

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Hyde Park

Hyde Park

Sydney, NSW

Hyde Park is Sydney’s central park, an open green space with a tranquil setting in the city’s heart. Named after Hyde Park in London, this idyllic park was initially a racecourse and sporting ground that...

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Warragamba Dam

Warragamba Dam

Warragamba, NSW

Warragamba Dam is the largest concrete dam in the country and is best known for the creation of Lake Burragorang – the two constituting the primary sources for water supply in Sydney. The dam was built between...

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Sydney Park

Sydney Park

Alexandria, NSW

Sydney Park is an expansive green space in St Peters that comprises lush gardens and beautiful wetlands, all against the backdrop of rolling hills. With an area of 103 acres, the park is one of the three largest parks...

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Bobbin Head

Bobbin Head

Mount Colah, NSW

Bobbin Head is a large area home to many attractions in the region, making it one of the top destinations near the iconic Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. It is the most urban part of the park. Its proximity to the park...

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Gladstone Park

Gladstone Park

Balmain, NSW

Gladstone Park is a beautiful hilltop location at the corner of Darling Street and Booth Street in Balmain. This quiet park is best known for its natural beauty, where blossoming trees and spectacular views are popular...

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Nurragingy Reserve

Nurragingy Reserve

Doonside, NSW

Nurragingy Reserve is a beautiful urban park that is a lovely spot to enjoy the sprawling bushland away from the bustling CBD. Located 50 kilometres from Sydney, this reserve is the perfect place to get away and enjoy...

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The Domain

The Domain

Sydney, NSW

The Domain is an extensive parkland located just a 5-minute drive from the CBD. It is one of the popular city attractions. The peninsula flanks the main part of the parkland and is close to the Royal Botanic Gardens...

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Shark Island

Shark Island

Sydney Harbour, NSW

Shark Island is a beautiful 1.5-hectare island that sits in Sydney Harbour; right near the Sydney CBD. The island was initially known as ‘Boambilly’ by the local Aboriginal community; however, its current...

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Tamarama Beach

Tamarama Beach

Tamarama, NSW

Tamarama Beach is lovely between two key headlands along the Bondi to Coogee Walk. This small beach has about 80 metres of shoreline, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for with excellent surfing conditions...

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Camp Cove

Camp Cove

Watsons Bay, NSW

Camp Cove can best be described as one of the most beautiful and tranquil beaches in Sydney. It is tucked in between Green Point and South Head and sits close to Watsons Bay. If you’re looking for a serene...

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Hickson Road Reserve

Fort Denison

Port Jackson, NSW

Fort Denison Island is an enchanting destination located in the heart of Sydney Harbour and one of the city’s best day trips. Over the past century, the island’s varied uses have made it a must-visit for...

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Barangaroo Reserve

Barangaroo Reserve

Barangaroo, NSW

Barangaroo Reserve is a beautiful park on the Harbour’s foreshore; once an industrial site, it has since been redesigned to make it a spectacular headland park for visitors in the city. This park has...

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Bradleys Head

Bradleys Head

Mosman, NSW

Bradleys Head is a key attraction in Sydney and makes up the headland that protrudes from the shoreline close to Sydney Harbour. This geographical feature was named after William Bradley, one of the British explorers on...

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Observatory Hill

Observatory Hill

Millers Point, NSW

Observatory Hill is a popular Sydney lookout point that provides panoramic views of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Located atop the hill, visitors can spot the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour, two of the...

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Wentworth Park

Wentworth Park

Glebe, NSW

Wentworth Park is a popular destination for Sydneysiders and visitors looking for adventure near the city. The park is a multi-purpose sporting facility located just two kilometres from the Sydney CBD. It is best known...

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Brookvale Oval

Brisbane Water National Park

Kariong, NSW

Brisbane Water National Park is a must-see natural attraction for visitors exploring Sydney’s beautiful landscapes. Located near Gosford within the central coast, the national park makes for a great day trip north...

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Goat Island

Goat Island

Sydney Harbour, NSW

Goat Island is a popular destination tucked away in Port Jackson; just a 20-minute drive from Sydney’s CBD. The island is referred to as Me-mel by the locals and has a rich heritage spanning hundreds of years;...

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Westfield Bondi Junction

West Head Lookout

Ku-Ring-Gai Chase, NSW

The West Head Lookout is an iconic lookout point located within the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and among the most magnificent in Sydney. If you are looking for a place to soak in Mother Nature’s majestic...

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Dharawal National Park

Dharawal National Park

Appin, NSW

Dharawal National Park is a beautiful natural wonder and one of Sydney’s most treasured destinations. The rugged landscape offers much to explore and discover the park’s hidden gems, making it ideal for a...

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Manly Dam

Manly Dam

Manly Vale, NSW

Manly Dam, also known as the Manly Warringah War Memorial Park, is a scenic destination 30 minutes from Sydney’s CBD. This park boasts excellent biodiversity and is a renowned attraction for nature lovers looking...

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Mrs Macquaries Chair

Mrs Macquaries Chair

Sydney, NSW

Mrs Macquaries Chair, also known as Lady Macquarie’s Chair, is an exposed rock at Sydney’s North-Eastern end of the Royal Botanic Garden. This rock, shaped like a bench, is an iconic landmark within the...

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Sydney Harbour National Park

Sydney Harbour National Park

Mosman, NSW

Sydney Harbour National Park is a key attraction of the city’s landscape because it protects the harbour’s foreshore alongside its numerous islands. The park includes both ends of the harbour, but most is...

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Tumbalong Park

Tumbalong Park

Sydney, NSW

Tumbalong Park is a beautiful recreational park right in the heart of Darling Harbour. This idyllic parkland provides visitors with a chance to enjoy the best native flora that was creatively incorporated to blend with...

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Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Kurnell, NSW

Kamay Botany Bay National Park is a day-tripper’s dream come true in eastern Sydney. This protected park combines the best of the country’s rich cultural heritage and stunning natural scenery for an...

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Lake Parramatta Reserve

Lake Parramatta Reserve

North Parramatta, NSW

Lake Parramatta Reserve is one of Sydney’s top attractions, an expansive 73-hectare reserve located ten minutes away from Parramatta and half an hour from the city’s CBD. It is the most extensive bushland in...

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Oatley Park

Oatley Park

Oatley, NSW

Oatley Park is a large 45-hectare reserve and a popular family park for both locals and visitors exploring the area. The park, which is best known for its bushland, is a perfect destination for anyone wanting to escape...

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Spit Bridge To Manly Walk

Spit Bridge to Manly Walk

Manly, NSW

The Spit Bridge to Manly Walk is a combination of different short walks that give nature lovers a unique opportunity to experience Sydney’s diversity. With a mix of verdant bushland and spectacular harbour views...

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Cataract Dam

Cataract Dam

Appin, NSW

Cataract Dam is the first and oldest of Sydney’s dams and one of the most scenic locations in Macarthur. It is a water catchment area of the Upper Nepean Scheme and supplies water to Macarthur, Wollondilly Shire...

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Pirrama Park

Pirrama Park

Pyrmont, NSW

Pirrama Park is an iconic waterfront public space located on Sydney Harbour. This pleasant harbourside facility is located west of the city and features a thoughtfully landscaped site. Its natural features and array of...

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