Observatory Hill Park
- Free entry
- Accessible viewing area
- Accessible toilets
No tickets required
Close proximity to the fireworks and a good view of western side of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Steep grassy terrain is available to sit on. Large trees in the park can block views.
Features
- Food & beverages
- Food for sale. BYO food permitted
- Alcohol
- Prohibited
- Toilets
- Available (including accessible toilets)
- Drinking water station
Restrictions
- Capacity
- 4,500
- Restrictions
- partial fireworks views, no glass, no camping, no pets, no busking, no drones, bag checks on entry, sunshades must be taken down at sunset, no pass-outs
Accessibility services
- Mobility accessible services
- accessible drop off point, accessible entrance and continuous path of travel
- Accessible services
- changing room, guest assistance
Getting here
- Public transport is the best way to get around on New Year’s Eve with thousands of extra services running.
- The closest station is Circular Quay however from 3pm trains will not be dropping off passengers. If you are arriving after 3pm, use Wynyard Station and continue on foot.
- Light rail services will not run to Circular Quay from 2pm and buses will relocate to Martin Place and Hyde Park.
- Major roads in Circular Quay close from 2pm with some earlier morning closures in place. Plan ahead if catching taxis or rideshare. See road closure information.
Leaving
- The closest station is Wynyard.
- Pedestrian diversions are in place on New Year’s Eve. The way you arrive, may be different to how you get home. Be prepared for a longer walk to transport hubs.
- Pedestrian diversions are in place on New Year’s Eve. The way you arrive, may be different to how you get home. Be prepared for a longer walk to transport hubs.
Opening hours
11:00pm - 2:00pm