North Head
North Head has views to the fireworks from Manly.
The vantage point is 1.8 km from the entrance gate. There is no vehicle access on NYE and visitors need to be able to walk this distance.
Admission
- This is a free vantage point - No tickets required
Times
- Opens 5pm to 12:30am
- This location can hold up to 2,000
Features
Food & beverages
No food for sale but you can bring your own
Alcohol
Alcohol isn’t allowed here
Toilets
Toilets are available but accessible facilities aren’t provided
Restrictions
- Partial fireworks views
- Bag checks on entry
- No drones
- No camping
- Sunshades must be taken down at sunset
- No pets
- No busking
- No BYO alcohol
- Further restrictions
Address
North Head, Manly
This location is managed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
- For enquiries, call 1300 072 757 or visit the website
Transport
Getting here
- Buses run regularly to Manly. You will need to continue on foot to reach North Head. Allow extra time.
- Last ferry to Manly leaves Circular Quay at 4:45pm. Last ferry to the city leaves Manly at 5pm. Buses will run between the city and Manly Wharf.
Leaving the event
- Pedestrian diversions will be in place on New Year’s Eve. The way you leave may be different to how you arrived. Be prepared for a longer walk to transport hubs.
- Due to the midnight fireworks in the city, the first ferry to leave Manly Wharf will be at 12:30am
- Buses near Manly Wharf will use different stops due to road closures. Check signs and plan ahead.
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