Very beautiful park, and a great spot for residents, workers or tourists (particularly the city hopping or day-tripper type) alike if they wish to see a little green without travelling out of the CBD to see it. This place also has regular themed events held throughout the year which is worth checking the City of Sydney or Destination NSW website for more details. read more

A place to relax in my hectic work schedule, I always try to find some time to come here to have a stroll. On the north side it has large chess set, the fountain and dedicated garden. On the south side it has pool of reflection and Anzac memorial. You will also find city workers having lunch here on the lawn. read more

Hyde Park - Parks Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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This park was conveniently located to where I was staying. Want to take some IG-worthy shots? The fountain and the rows of fig trees are the places to be. It is located super close to the Botanical Garden too - it's good to see cities taking initiative to care for the environment too. You can see how separate it is from the main buildings. Cafes and restaurants are lined right beside it so it's a good spot to just wind down and rest from all the walking that you do. read more

While this hardly needs a recommendation for anyone longing for a bit of green space, can I just put a word in for the central walkway and the famed avenues of figs? Walking underneath those magnificent upswept branches is an experience you can't replicate anywhere else in Sydney, and is especially beautiful at night in summer with the fruitbats cackling overhead. The park has quite the history too, in colonial times it was the stage for military parades and bareknuckle convict fights (good gracious), and later saw Australia's first cricket and rugby matches, as well as being the country's first racecourse. If sport is a thing you care about. Suffice to say, it's a lot more sedate these days. A place to treasure. read more

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Right in the centre of the city, Hyde Park offers an oasis of green grass, water fountains and tranquility. The perfect place for a picnic lunch if you're working, shopping or just exploring in the city. Hyde Park frequently hosts large events, such as the Night Noodle Markets which unfortunately have just ended, or sculptures for Art shows and festivals. It is immaculately looked after - trimmed grass, weeded flowerbeds and chewing-gum less paving. I love coming here to read my book - you feel a million miles away from the city, despite having the benefit of the stunning views of the skyscrapers and the buzz of life going on before you. read more

Once used as a horse racing track for Sydney's colonial pioneers, Hyde Park is now a place of recreation and leisure for the whole community. Situated on the Eastern side of Sydney's CBD and offering 16 hectares of parkland, Hyde Park accommodates for everyone's needs. Whether you want to visit the monumental Archibald Fountain, Or pay your respects at the ANZAC War Memorial, or simply there for a light stroll and picnic lunch, Hyde Park offers enough space and activities to keep the whole family occupied. Avoid the awkwardness of the 'couple lawns' and you're all sweet. And as for the night life? I'd try keep away from the enchanting fairy light-strewn trees if I were you, that is, if you want to avoid running into some of Sydney's 'exotic wildlife' of rats, possums and a whole lot of bats. read more

Beautiful and serene, Hyde Park is centrally positioned in Sydney's CBD and is a short walk from Wynyard Station. Alternatively, St. James train station is closer in proximity but involves a train change at Town Hall station. In summer, there are plenty of park goes sun bathing in their bikini, or workers trying to catch a ray of sun in their lunch break. There is plenty of vegetation about and there is certainly a buzzing atmosphere from photo shoots to picnics and beyond! Sheraton on the Park is the perfect hotel to book if you want to enjoy beautiful views of Hyde Park- just make sure to ask for a park side view. While the park may be beautiful by day, avoid it like the plague in the evening. It's not exactly the safest place at night, so I wouldn't take any chances wondering around there. The atmosphere transforms from pleasant to pretty rough all in a few hours after dusk. read more

Hyde Park is a pretty nice place to grab some grass and lie down under the sun or snare a park bench and enjoy the shade. It's massive so you'll always find a spot. The water fountain is a popular feature especially for tourists and kids but there is one thing that I can't get over and it irks me. The ibis. The dirty rotten bird that is the ibis! These buggers have no fear and are on the constant look out for food whether it be in the bins and even some times from the people themselves. If they don't worry you like they do to some it really is a nice place to take five and have a rest on your lunch break or if you're passing by. There's a couple of cafes scattered at each end although it's in the city so you'll find something close anyway. Just watch out for the prying ibis! read more

Hyde Park - Parks Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Very scenic park with room to relax and plenty to take in! The ANZAC War Memorial and beautiful fountains are worth checking out! read more

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It's like having a mini Central Park in Sydney. I loved walking through this park with my sis as we finished our day in Surry Hills and Darlinghurst. The scenery is so peaceful and full of life. This is a definite "must see" if you plan on visiting the CBD or general vicinity. read more

This place reminds me of Central Park...of course..much smaller. The Archibald fountain in the middle is beautiful. This is a place to just getaway from the hectic crowds and just enjoy a bit of peace. read more

Hyde Park Gardens offers a wonderful respite from Sydney's CBD. As another weary city worker I wander in here most days, and always feel ready for the afternoon session after a spell under the deep shade of one of those giant fig trees. Today there were lads playing soccer, kids splashing in the fountain with the ibises, workers like me eating their box lunches or laying out and sunning the legs, with a hanky over the face. That's what I'll do tomorrow. read more

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Stayed in a hotel nearby and Hyde Park was a wonderful park to walk through and enjoy the day. Huge tree lined paths, a pretty cathedral, botanical gardens, fountains, interesting birds...thumbs up. read more

A beautiful park and right next to the train station. Great for a quick short cut to Chinatown or a nice place to take a stroll. If you're a people watcher like me than this is the place! read more

Cool little park. It's not too big but I love the scenery here. Very green and lots of benches to sit on if you're tired. Plenty of grassy areas too great for picnics. The main attraction is the large fountain. It's absolutely stunning. 3 Cool statues surround the pond and there's also one statue right in the middle. Magnificent sight to see. read more

funnie because i went to this one before the original...and all i can remember was that it had a good view of sydney tower expansive park~ *wish* i had more time to stroll around read more

Nice spot to hang out.. I like to have lunch by the reflection pool. Also, if you're into Pokemon there's heaps of pokestops!

The French/Australian commemorative fountain is beautiful.. I could sit and look at it for hours. The backdrop of St Mary's cathedral is beautiful. The cheese games in the park are fun to watch- sometimes the players get chippy towards each other. read more

Here for the Spiegeltent, stayed for the park. It's a great little park in the middle of the city, having Williams St leading into Kings X on one side and Elizabeth and the city on the other. Very good to lounge around in and has lots of events. read more

Very nice, very large park. I came here during the wine festival a few weeks ago, very fun, awesome food and wine and nicely shaded spots. The locals were very nice to me, maybe the wine helped a little bit. A great way to spend a lazy sunday in the sun for a picnic or just relaxing. read more

If you're a lawyer/accountant/conference producer/tradie/film star/other working professional in Sydney, then you will be very familiar with Hyde Park. Between twelve and two on sunny days, the park is absolutely packed with office workers from the CBD getting some outside time in before returning to their cubicles. Outside time can be sitting in the sun and texting while eating lunch, strolling, jogging, playing soccer or just soaking up the fresh air - these are all common sights for the suits. In summer, concerts are held here, the annual Night Noodle Markets are always a popular affair and outdoor art exhibitions are not uncommon. It's a pretty special thing to have such a space in the middle of the city; such prime real estate is usually snatched up by developers for another law firm's premises. However, my issue with Hyde Park is just that - it's right in the middle of the city. With all the traffic, noise and smog that comes with it. For me, that's not really ideal park-sitting conditions. read more

A nice little park in the center of Darlinghurst. Seems to be much smaller than its London version, but it's clean, well-lit at night, with very few benches. It generally seems like a park you just "pass through" rather than stick around for an extended period of time. read more

It's not quite Central Park, but it'll have to do. A refreshing lunch venue... I'm inclined to take my lunch outside rather than dine with hordes of strangers in the Westfield food court. Sorry, "Food on Level Five." More likely than not, you'll be regaled by some form of busker. And if you pick your timing, you might get a good one. If you're a generous character, make sure you've got some spare change on you, because the bums make a regular appearance in Hyde Park, and they're not shy. In fact, you can count on being asked by at least one for cash. But they're much more savvy these days. It's not just, "Can you spare any change," it's, "Can you spare $5?" Five dollars??? What do I look like, a bank? "Here's 2." That's my angle anyway. If you perch under a tree, just ensure there are no birds hovering above your head, or things might get messy. And if you fancy a game of giant chess, head for the black and white checked board and go for broke. Scan the area for the best spot... full sun generally equates to dry ground... an important tactic to avoid the butt ugly wet patch. And avoid setting up near couples like the plague. Especially the ones on blankets which equates to premeditated overzealous canoodling. For some reason they get all romantic in Hyde Park, and it can get a little sickening if you're too close to the action. read more