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    Barangaroo Reserve

    4.3 (14 reviews)
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    Sam S.

    Fabulous walk that takes you right through to Walsh bay from Barangaroo. Sweeping harbour views and nice walkways wind around the harbour. Highly recommend this walk.

    Magic.
    Benjamin B.

    Don't think of the casino. Don't think of the casino. As if to offset the sheer bloody-minded greediness of the impending Packer casino (aaand there we go, didn't last one sentence), the NSW Government threw the people of the Emerald City a bone and crafted the Barangaroo Foreshore walk. And it. Is. Spectacular. At last we've got a nature reserve and recreation area that actually has a connection to Sydney Harbour, to the lifeblood that sustains this amazing city. Taking a cue from the Auckland Waterfront, the architects designed the big sandstone blocks to taper down to the sea so you can clamber down and dip your feet in the salt water while watching the sun go down. Sandstone is the best rock ever, btw. My favourite of all the construction materials. Later for you, gyprock. It's by turns stark, romantic, bleak, stunning, lonely and awe-inspiring. Big ups. So Good.

    Kelly M.

    Barangaroo reserve is a beautiful place to take a walk around or sit and stare out to the water contemplating life. The sandstone used along the foreshore, including a natural amphitheater, gives the area a grandiose old world yet modern feel. Views of the Harbour and Anzac bridges as well as other parts of the harbour are spectacular on a sunny day. There are plenty of park benches but no covered areas. Also the trees haven't matured yet so take your hat and sunscreen! At the moment you can't walk around the entire foreshore as there is still construction work going on, but in the future there should be a direct path all the way to King Street Wharf.

    Northeastern corner of the park, looking towards the Harbour Bridge over the wharf buildings of Walsh Bay
    Shandos C.

    The transformation of the northern section of Barangaroo from concreted former docks to a harbourside oasis in Sydney is truly spectacular. It's delightful to wander down Sussex St or over from the Rocks and wander through this grassy, well-planted new park on the foreshore, with views to the Anzac Bridge, Balman, Goat Island and the Harbour Bridge - vistas that have not been seen by the general public for over a century (except for temporarily when construction was about to start). One of the most spectacular elements is the abundance of sandstone blocks used in the construction - which has left behind an equally spectacular cut-away underneath the hill to be used for future events (it will be exciting to see what!) Along much of the foreshore section of the park there aren't any benches, because the sandstone itself provides nearly an infinite amount of seating. There's no swimming or fishing allowed, but bicycles are allowed on the shared walking/running/cycle paths. It's also conveniently close to the southern exit from the cycle path across the bridge, making it a great destination for cyclers from the North Shore. It would have been nice if there were some bubblers - sadly lacking, but keep in mind there's no BBQs. However the website does mention there is wi-fi, which I'll have to check next time. There's also two sets of toilet blocks, underground parking for up to 300 cars and dogs are allowed on leash. I highly recommend you check out Sydney's newest park!

    Peaceful place!
    Germano M.

    Apparently, Barangaroo Reserve is a new park that's open for visiting now, but for many years ago this side of Sydney's Harbour has been closed. However, there're still some areas under construction. Peaceful and relaxing. Enjoy spectacular views either from Anzac and Harbour Bridges. So different from spots like Darling Harbour and Opera House where people are photobombing your moment all the time... The foreshore was built by sandstones blocks all along the way which is a shared path for walking and cycling. Just take a seat near the water and enjoy the sunset as a background of your romantic moment. Simply amazing!!!

    Alexandra M.

    BEAUTIFUL, but sad.... History: this once looked as it does now, then was destroyed to make room for buildings, then brought back due to public demand. Why was it ever destroyed? Does Sydney not have enough high rises? Nice walks around a lot of areas, but bring a hat/sunglasses/sunblock as there is little shade.

    Julia W.

    You may have not heard of Barangaroo before but you may be familiar with the big concrete slab in the CBD which occupies a hell of a lot of Harbour foreshore. This eyesore is undergoing a major development but perhaps the most exciting thing for now is that it is open to the public for the first time in a long time. At the moment the walk begins at King Street Wharf through to Walsh Bay. You can either travel by foot or there are a couple of bike hire places that have popped up. It is a cool thing to do to see the city in another way, especially at sunrise or set, which is when the walk is open to -from.

    Peter T.

    The foreshore walk is so good as it opens up the western area of the CBD which was previously a kind of no go area due to the wharves which hid the beauty of the harbour. When you wander around the board walk which isn't your typical board walk but a walk with the beauty of Sydney Sandstone on show will all it's wonder. The area is so peaceful and beautiful and but tranquil at the same time with great views of the harbour bridge.

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    Royal Botanic Gardens

    Royal Botanic Gardens

    4.7(205 reviews)
    1.7 kmSydney

    A giant outdoors botanical garden. Free entry always, which makes this even better…read more There are many sections to this garden. Each section dedicated to plants from different parts of the world. There is also a succulent garden with species from around the world. A palm house. Giant green spaces for picnics, trails around the park and along the water for runners and walkers. Benches to rest all along the park. Let me repeat, this is a huge park. By the waterfront you have a great view of the harbor bridge as well as the opera house. There is a small visitor center, a snack bar restaurant and also a fine dining restaurant. Various tours are offered if you feel like learning more about the plants or the birds or the history. Something for every taste here.

    Upon returning from Taronga Zoo to Sydney Harbor's Circular Quay, we continued our sightseeing and…read moreexercise at the Royal Botanic Gardens, which is adjacent to the Sydney Opera House. We walked along its well-paved, well-maintained waterfront pathways and into a few of the 15 various themed areas (Australian Rain Forest, Rose Garden, The Calyx, Fernery, Palace Garden, and Australian native collection). These gardens offered stunning views, a peaceful oasis, self-guided tours, and free Wi-Fi. Also, the Royal Botanic Gardens is home to the National Herbarium of New South Wales, which plays a leading scientific role. It took us several hours to complete our walk because we stopped several times to admire the various trees, plants, and flowers in different areas, before my allergies told me to exit the gardens. But, we saw many visitors and residents, families, couples, or singles making their day in the gardens through exercise or relaxation. Along the way, we also saw several well-dressed couples staging their wedding photos with professional photographers, the gardens providing beautiful, natural backdrops. We'd love to return to complete admiring the garden grounds, but I'll make sure to take medication before going, as I didn't realize how sensitive I would be to the native plants, trees, and flowers.

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    Darling Quarter

    Darling Quarter

    4.7(11 reviews)
    2.2 kmSydney

    Darling Quarter playground received it's much needed makeover, and what a makeover it is!…read moreThe sand pit is still there but slightly smaller, but the children won't notice because they are greeted by a much cooler distraction - the water play! shallow water puddles, water pumps, screws, and squirts everywhere! The flying fox is amazing, and climbing play is better than ever. There are a lot seating but we could do with more shades. The only bad thing about this playground is dragging the kids out afterwards and finding a restaurant that is happy to play host to wet and sandy bottoms. But that's why we pay big $$ at Darling Harbour ;)

    Darling Harbour has really kicked it into full gear as of late. A great representation of that is…read morethe evolution of Darling Quarter. A delight for both children and adults alike (and the self-proclaimed in betweeners like myself), this is a must see portion of the harbour. The kid's playground is spectacular. I agree with my fellow reviewers when they say it may be Sydney's best playground. If you can elbow the kids off the swinging, rotating disc, definitely do so, and take a ride. It's a surefire good time. And what about the slide? Yes, you can glide down the wide slide with several mates by your side (couldn't resist that one, sorry). During the weekdays around lunchtime, however, the Quarter becomes the "play and lounge" center for the nearby corporate crowd. With public ping pong tables (BYO paddles and balls), it's a good place to get a little physical without turning your business suit into a sweatsuit. And while you're letting your hair down, bring your lunch on over and sunbake in the public lounge chairs. It might just be the perfect pick-me-up to get you through the rest of your work day.

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    Centennial Park

    4.3(27 reviews)
    5.7 km

    I finally got around to being able to explore this place. Well, not quite since this place is…read moremonumentally huge, and it is absolutely impossible to pretty much explore every nook and crany in the limited amount of time that was available to me, but I did get a decent chance to wander around a large part of it, and at least say that I have been to Centenial Park, or at least more than just running in there and looking for a toilet. They do have barbeque areas, and quite a few of them, but they also have lakes, and just plain old good parkland to wander around.

    Better than a hundred parks! This park is huge! It's a…read moresprawling park, full of all kinds of amenities! There's so much to see and do here- it's a fantastic park in the middle of Sydney. I rode a bike through here on the many improved trails that crisscross through this public space. Through here, there were teams practicing rugby, enough bicyclists to start a biker gang, joggers, runners, and people who were out to just take in the sunshine. As you cross through this park, you find lots of green open spaces large enough to play a full game of rugby, without running into a park bench or a tree. There's restrooms available. My favorite thing about this park is the huge stone gates at each entrance that remind you that you're entering an important public space. There's monuments throughout the park, and plenty of parking! I felt safe riding through here, just due to the sheer number of people who were out having a stroll in the park!

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    Centennial Park - Trees are precious, we need to be their voice. I love trees, trees should be respected, protected and honoured.

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    Trees are precious, we need to be their voice. I love trees, trees should be respected, protected and honoured.

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