Hyde Park Sydney
Hyde Park is a beautiful oasis and popular gathering place in the heart of Sydney
Hyde park in Sydney is a beautiful park with a rich history and many interesting monuments. The park also has two train stations, making it very easy to get to by train and it is also within easy walking distance of a Light Rail Station.
Located just south of the Central Business District, this 40 acre park has been used for a variety of sporting and recreational activities and for military training drills since the early days of the Colony. In 1810 it was named Hyde Park, after the famous Hyde Park in London, by Governor Macquarie who dedicated the space to "recreation and amusement of the inhabitants of the town and a field of exercises for the troops" In that same year it became the site of the first official horse race in Australia.
Today Hyde Park shows off numerous interesting monuments and two themed gardens. The Nagoya Garden celebrates the relationship of Sydney with it's Japanese sister-city Nagoya. The Sandringham Garden is a memorial to King George V and King George VI. A major focal point at the northern end of the park is the Archibald Fountain donated in 1932 to commemorate Australia's contributions to France during WW1 and, at the southern end, the ANZAC War Memorial which sits at the head of the Lake of Reflections. The Obelisk dedicated by the Mayor of Sydney in 1857, is actually a cleverly disguised sewer vent, something that didn't come out until after its unveiling! There are several other monuments as well, but we'll leave them for you to discover.
In its early years, pedestrians often cut through Hyde Park sometimes interfering with sports activities and today you too may find yourself cutting across this beautiful park as a short cut to several Sydney attractions.
Nearby attractions: Hyde Park Barracks, St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney Tower, and the Australian Museum.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoHyde Park Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Address: Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Phone: (02) 9265 9333
Official Website: Hyde Park
Hyde Park Reviews
Rated out of 5
Hyde Park is one of those places in Sydney that I keep coming back to. It’s right in the middle of the city, but somehow it still feels peaceful and spacious. The pathways lined with huge fig trees are beautiful to walk through, especially on a sunny day when the light filters through the branches. Everything is well kept — the lawns, the gardens, even the fountains — and it always feels clean and inviting. I love stopping by the Archibald Fountain or just sitting on a bench people-watching for a bit. It’s the perfect spot to take a break, have lunch, or just unwind for a moment away from the busy streets. A really lovely park that adds so much charm to the city.
angela - a month ago
A nice shaded park where you can relax in the middle of the city. We saw some parts fenced up, possibly due to some works being carried out. As a result, some areas were blocked off and the views were not as picturesque. Otherwise, a nice place to relax and get some shade.
I didn't see a playground for the children and there were no close available toilets within the park. The closest one we found was beside the Hydeaway cafe, which is at the edge of the park. There might have been one at the memorial, which we didn't visit.
Sarah A. - a week ago
A nice green space situated nearby St James, Martin Place & Town Hall stations and many bus stops. You see the heritage listed Barracks, Anzac memorial whilst viewing the reflective pool. Its a good place to sit back, have a picnic and relax whilst viewing the unstoppable march forward of time.
Toy Galaxy - a month ago
Amazing park and beautiful area to walk or have a picnic. The fountains are beautiful especially the bubbler monument where you can drink the water from however today it was not working.
The best was the Archibald memorial fountain. Not to mention, there was great music too.
Anton Ego - 5 months ago
Love this park, it’s so tranquil and relaxing even though it’s right in the CBD of Sydney. I always try to include it on any route when I’m walking across Sydney. There are always people around and the Fountains, the Archibald Memorial Fountain catches the light beautifully.
Josephine Gray - a month ago
Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail - L1 | Capitol Square | 10 minutes |
| T2- T3, or T8 | St. James or Museum | 0 minutes |
How to get to Hyde Park by Train
By Light Rail L1: Exit at Capital Square and proceed east on Hay Street then left (north) on Elizabeth Street.
By Train: Take Train T2, T3, or T8 and get off at Museum Station or St. James Station. Both are located right in the park, St. James at the northern end and Museum at the southern end.
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