Parks, Gardens & Cemeteries

Five underrated, crowd-free Sydney parks to walk. If you're not quite ready to head out to the regions (or you've discovered everything is booked out), you can still have an adventure not too far from the S

Only a short drive off the Pacific Highway from Coffs Harbour, Orara East State Forest is part of the amazing state Forests of the Coffs Coast. Take a 10 minute drive from Coffs Harbour up through banana pla

Federal Park (park i Australien, lat -33,87, long 151,18) Have you noticed construction has begun at Federal Park? The works, undertaken by The City of Sydney Council, will open up the 5 archways of the Gleb

As well as hosting some of Sydney's finest shops, restaurants and waterholes, Darling Harbour is home to one of the local area's most iconic public spaces, Tumbalong Park. The local area's most discerning cr

Sydney Harbour National Park protects islands and foreshore around Sydney Harbour. Explore Sydney's history on a school excursion or guided tour to enjoy coastal walks, picnics and swimming. Sydney Harbour N

The Green Flag Award scheme recognises and rewards well managed parks and green spaces setting the benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces across the United Kingdom and around the w

Sydney Park Sydney Park is a large recreational area in the inner-city area of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The parkland is located in the suburb of St Peters, sitting along the borders of Alexand

Pirrama Park The Australian Institute of Landscape Architecture awarded Pirrama Park for its stunning design in 2012. Pirrama Park is a 1.8 hectare harbourside space in Pyrmont, located in the citys west.

The nature of New South Wales beautiful Southern Highlands are on full display at the Illawarra Fly! Featuring breathtaking coastal views of the Illawarra Escarpment, the Treetop Walk is a gentle 1.5km loop

Barangaroo Reserve, Sydneys new headland park is now open. The best way to get there is on foot, by cycle or using public transport. Barangaroo is the most important reinvention of Sydneys historic centre fo

You will not find a more unique place in Sydney than the Coal Loader. Set on a hectare of spectacular harbourside ex-industrial and now heritage listed site, The Coal Loader is an intricate mesh of history,

This harbourside venue's fantastic views are complemented by the drama of the historic Fleet Steps, providing a stunning entrance for your guests. The Fleet Steps offer unsurpassed views of Sydney Harbour,

The Royal Botanic Garden is where Sydneysiders and visitors come to relax, be inspired and learn about plants and gardening. It's Sydney's favourite garden! We encourage you to walk on the grass, touch the t

Sydney's most vibrant commercial, retail and recreation precinct. Darling Quarter has everything you need for a great day out or just a quick break from the bustle of the city. A diverse range of eaterie

Launched in September 2012, the Defiance Sculpture Park is located at The Gate Gallery in Wollombi Valley. Wollombi is a beautiful and historic country town only 1.45 hours north of Sydney en route to the Hu

Parramatta Park is one of Australias most important cultural landscapes and is inscribed on UNESCOs World Heritage List. Old Government House and Domain is one of the 11 historic places that together form th

Tranquil. Its the perfect word to describe Cowras Japanese Garden. You cant help but feel completely at peace when you walk through the lush gardens and cascading streams which represent the landscapes of Ja

Located corner of Chisholm and Chiswick Roads in Auburn Auburn Botanic Gardens is a place of great natural beauty. Opening hours Auburn Botanic Gardens are open 9am to 5pm, everyday, all year except:

The Jenolan Caves is considered one of Australias most spectacular cave systems with eleven spectacular show caves, underground rivers and incredible formations. Jenolan Caves is among the finest and oldest

Cockatoo Island is Sydney Harbours largest island and Australias most unusual urban park - a heritage-listed island steeped in history. Cockatoo Island is located in the centre of the beautiful Sydney Harbou

The Chinese Garden of Friendship: a cultural oasis in the heart of Sydney. The Chinese Garden of Friendship offers a rare opportunity outside Asia to enjoy a tradition of landscape design that has evolved ov

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, located at 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives, covers 123 hectares of urban bushland on the northern edge of Sydneys North Shore. The Wildflower Garden is open every day from 8am to 4

Bicentennial Park, created during the 1980s in celebration of Australias Bicentenary in 1988, is a 100 hectare natural heritage site providing an important wetland ecosystem with 40 hectares of beautiful parkla

Surrounded by shady spots, a playground, swimming pool and cafe, this park is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Victoria Park offers grassy lawns, a lily covered lake, pretty flower beds and a lar

Centennial Park, located just 5km from Sydneys CBD, offers a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Centennial Parklands features 189 hectares of parklands consisting of open fields, forests,

Wentworth Common is an open recreational space suitable for barbeques, picnics, recreation, sports and functions and family events. Facilities onsite in Wentworth Common include two picnic shelters, barbeque

Ten internationally themed gardens in the heart of the Hunter Valley. The Gardens offer a special place for the appreciation of nature and peaceful reflection. They also bring together families and frien

A park in the city centre Hyde Park is Australia's oldest park. It's also one of the most well-known. With just over 16 hectares of wide open space in the heart of central Sydney, there is no shortage of

The Goods Line (Sydney's Urban Walkway) The Goods Line is a partly elevated urban walkway from Sydney Central Station to Darling Harbour that follows the route of a long-neglected but once bustling railway

Georges River National Park is a great place for a family daytrip - enjoy a picnic or barbecue, go walking or fishing or take your boat out for a spin on the river. Georges River National Park, south of Sydn

NSW Central Tablelands A spectacular 65-hectare private garden that delivers not only a significant horticultural experience but also a day out that is both magical and unexpected. Two main garden areas -

The Grounds of Alexandria is a thriving urban sanctuary built on the humble philosophy of bringing people together to enjoy fresh, wholesome food. Effortlessly blending the natural beauty of the great outdo

Visit Heathcote National Park at Waterfall, Sydney for self-sufficient bushwalking or camping. The park is easily accessed from Sydney CBD and Royal National Park, making for a great daytrip. Enjoy the rugge

The Grounds of Alexandria is a thriving urban sanctuary built on the humble philosophy of bringing people together to enjoy fresh, wholesome food. Effortlessly blending the natural beauty of the great outdo

Scheyville National Park unites the best of the outdoors - birdwatching, easy walks, cycling and horse riding - with a diverse cultural setting. Some national parks are about more than just the natural envir

Explore the scenery of Garigal National Park by bike, horse or canoe. It's so close to Sydney making it perfect for a school excursion, and the opportunities for fishing, picnicking and bushwalking are limitles

Muogamarra Nature Reserve is an extraordinary place to view wildflowers in spring, just north of Sydney. It opens just 6 weekends a year, preserving the fragile ecosystems and Aboriginal cultural heritage.