Centennial Park

A visit to beautiful Centennial Park is a must when visiting Sydney

A pelican takes to the air at Centennial Park in Sydney
A pelican takes to the air at Centennial Park in Sydney cc licensed photo by Hasitha Tudugalle

Centennial Park first opened in 1888 to mark the centenary of the Colony and provide a space dedicated to public enjoyment. The park was formed out of an area of swamps, scrub and rock. In 1901, the park was the site of the official inauguration of the Australian Federation.

Following the Victorian tradition, the large 470-acre park features formal gardens, ponds and wetlands, grasslands and woodlands, sports fields and historic buildings. An expansive network of paths invites you to explore this beautiful park. Be sure to click on the 'Photos and Video' Tab to see just how beautiful this park is.

Centennial Park is large, comprising of 470 acres. Nestled between Moore Park to the west and Queens Park to the east, the total area of the three parks offers visitors an expansive 815 acres.

The varied landscapes and vistas throughout the park will delight your senses as you walk through the meandering paths. The Adjacent Queens Park offers some excellent views of downtown Sydney from vantage points along the sandstone ridge at the east end of the park.

With numerous ponds, it is only natural that Centennial Park is home to a wide variety of water birds, making it a great place for bird watchers, or to capture some great pictures.

Other amenities in the park include several picnic areas with free to use electric BBQs available on a first-come basis, playgrounds and sports fields. Neighbouring Moore Park has an 18 hole championship public golf course, numerous sports fields, tennis courts and a playground.

Nearby attractions: Bondi Beach, Paddington Markets and Sydney Football Stadium.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: No - except for the golf course

Regular Hours:
May differ on holidays

  • Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Address: 15 Locked Bag, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

Phone: (02) 9339 6699

Official Website: Centennial Park

Reviews

Rated 4.7 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating Peaceful and spacious park for everyone - from cyclists and runners who can easily do 5km loops around the park, to kids and families who want to have picnics, to anyone of any age who simply enjoys going for a walk. If you're feeling more adventurous, there's lots to explore away from the circular track around the park - from a rose garden to labyrinth course to flying fox bat viewing areas. Plenty of free bathrooms and water stations available at the park, with 3 main coffee shops if you want to grab a quick beverage or bite. For something fancier, Homestead is your best bet. There's also plenty of 3P parking available in the park itself though if you're new to the park, I'd stick to the Randwick or Oxford Street gate to enter if you're a car as some of the other gates are blocked off at certain times of the day.
Natasha Chan - 3 months ago

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5 Star Rating Lovely grounds with lakes, shady trees and walk/bicycle/equestrian pathways. Cafe on the grounds. Wheelchair friendly.
SAM M - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating It is a huge park, but the bird and fish feeding was the highlight. Cyclist wizz around. There's a couple of coffee places. The lake view is serene.
Tibor Juhasz - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating We had a family day out in Centennial Park & it is a wonderful place. Our Aussie grandson loves this place, especially Lockie Swamp with all the Bats. I enjoyed a fast 3-mile walk around the park before meeting up with our family for a tasty lunch at the excellent Homestead Cafe.
Brendan Wilson - 4 months ago

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4 Star Rating Feeding the ducks in the duck pond here was great fun (if you want to do it yourself the park staff recommend rolled oats) and we even saw bats hanging in the trees! The wolf play park was also a big hit. The downside? On the walk through the park we had to dodge so much dog poop and bagged-then-discarded poop it was unreal. Who leaves poop all around a park where kids play?
Andy Knight - 2 months ago

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Directions

Bus or Train Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Light Rail L2Moore Park, Royal Randwick6-9 minutes
Bus 333, 380 or 389From Circular Quay0 minutes
T4Bondi Junction12 minutes

How to get to Centennial Park by Bus or Train

Light Rail L2: From Moore Park Station, walk south on Anzac Parade, then left on the pathway that parallels the right side of Lang Road to the Cook Road Entrance (9 minutes). From Royal Randwick Station, walk southeast on Alison Road, left on Darley Road to Randwick Gates (6 minutes)

By Bus: Board a 333, 380 or 389 bus on Alfred Street near the number 2 ferry wharf (Stand E) and enjoy the approximately 30 minute bus ride to Centennial Park. There are bus stops at a couple of park entrances.

By Train: Take a T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra train to Bondi Junction and exit via the mall onto Oxford Street. Walk west on Oxford Street to the Park Entrance (12 minutes).

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