Vantage Points | Sydney New Year's Eve | City of Sydney

Vantage Points

The world-famous fireworks displays can be seen all the way from Gladesville Bridge to the Heads of Sydney Harbour, with fireworks barges located between Point Piper in the east and Cockatoo Island in the west.

Key vantage points are listed below with a summary of facilities, services and restrictions at each site.

When deciding where to go, keep in mind that sites closest to the Sydney Harbour Bridge always attract large crowds. If you plan to travel to these sites, arrive early as access is limited and sites will be closed once they are full. You might like to consider some of the vantage points outside the CBD, which also offer great views and can be more accessible and comfortable.

Balls Head Reserve, Waverton | Bennelong Lawn (Lawn with The View), Royal Botanic Gardens | Bicentennial Park, Glebe | Birchgrove Park, Birchgrove | Blues Point Reserve, McMahons Point | Bradfield Park, Milsons Point | Bradley's Head, Mosman | Cahill Expressway, Circular Quay | Campbells Cove, The Rocks | Christison Park, Vaucluse | Circular Quay Promenade, Circular Quay | Clark Island, Sydney Harbour | Clarke's Point, Hunters Hill | Cockatoo Island | Cremorne Point Reserve, Cremorne Point | Darling Harbour | Dawes Point, The Rocks | Duff Reserve, Point Piper | Dumeresq Reserve, Rose Bay | East Circular Quay | Elkington Park, Balmain | Federal Park, Annandale | First Fleet Park, West Circular Quay | Fleet Steps (Midnight at the Oasis), Royal Botanic Gardens | Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour | Goat Island, Sydney Harbour | Illoura Reserve, Peacock Point, Balmain | Kurraba Point Reserve, Neutral Bay | Lookes Ave Reserve, Balmain | Manns Point, Greenwich | McKell Park, Darling Point | Mort Bay Park, Birchgrove | Mrs Macquaries Point | Nielsen Park, Steele Point Rd, Vaucluse | North Head, Manly | Observatory Hill Park, Millers Point | Percival Park, Rose Bay | Pyrmont Point Park, Pyrmont | Redleaf Gardens and Beach, Double Bay | Robertson Park, Watsons Bay | Rushcutters Bay Park, Darling Point | Shark Island, Sydney Harbour | Simmons Point Reserve, Balmain | Sydney Opera House | Sydney Park, St Peters | Tarpeian Precinct (Macquarie Street Lawns), Royal Botanic Gardens | The Rocks | Thornton Park, Balmain | Waterdale Reserve, Balmain | Yarranabbe Park, Darling Point | Yurulbin Park, Birchgrove

Balls Head Reserve, Waverton
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes, minimal number available
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Balls Head Rd. This site is not accessible for people with a disability as it has few paths and is mostly covered in bushland. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Further Information: Call North Sydney Council 02 9936 8100 or www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Bennelong Lawn (Lawn with The View), Royal Botanic Gardens
Capacity: 700
Entry: Ticketed event
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Ticketed price includes gourmet picnic box. Beverages and snacks will be on sale.
Restrictions: No BYO alcohol. No opened beverages (including water). No chairs. No large umbrellas. No sparklers. No pass outs. Photo ID and ticket required for entry.
Access: Site entry via Government House Gate, north of the Conservatorium of Music on Macquarie St. Event is accessible for disabled guests via Government House Gate.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No disabled parking within close vicinity to event site.
Ticket Sales: EVENT IS SOLD OUT
Further Information: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Bicentennial Park, Glebe
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Chapman Ave. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: Very limited, use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Birchgrove Park, Birchgrove
Capacity: 5,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Ferdinand St and Grove St. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Blues Point Reserve, McMahons Point
Capacity: 12,000. Park is closed when crowd levels reach safe capacity.
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Blues Point Rd. This site is accessible for people with a disability subject to crowd flows. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Further Information: Call North Sydney Council 02 9936 8100 or www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Bradfield Park, Milsons Point
Capacity: 50,000. The Park is closed when crowd levels reach safe capacity.
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol on sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Fitzroy Street. This site is accessible for people with a disability subject to crowd flows. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Further Information: Call North Sydney Council 02 9936 8100 or www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Bradley's Head, Mosman
Capacity: 5,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets. Visitors must vacate the park once fireworks are finished. Do not climb trees or veer off paths. Take care of vegetation. Stay back from cliff edges.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear.
Access: Site entry via Bradleys Head Rd. Local road closures will be in place. Further information available closer to the event.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Cahill Expressway, Circular Quay
Capacity: 4,350 tickets available per session
Entry: Ticketed event
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No alcohol allowed. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site or BYO food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions: No glass. No alcohol. No umbrellas. No pets.
Access: Site entry is from the corner of Conservatorium Road and Macquarie Street only. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Tickets: Further information on the RTA ticket giveaway will be available closer to the event.
Further Information: www.rta.nsw.gov.au/nye

Campbells Cove, The Rocks
Capacity: 6,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Toilets (including disability access) are located throughout The Rocks precinct.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Campbells Cove is an alcohol free zone.
Food and Beverage: For sale throughout The Rocks. A number of mobile vendors offering food beverages will also be located throughout the precinct.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. Campbells Cove is an alcohol free zone.
Access: Campbells Cove will become a managed access point. The public is advised that once this site reaches maximum capacity it will be closed for the evening. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: No. We advise using public transport.
Further Information: www.shfa.nsw.gov.au

Christison Park, Vaucluse
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes but no toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at the site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs allowed on the leash at all times and off leash between 4:30pm and 8:30am.
Access: Site entry via New South Head Rd. Local road closures may be in place surrounding Vaucluse and Watsons Bay. This site has limited access for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited street parking. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Circular Quay Promenade, Circular Quay
Capacity: 4,500
Entry: Free
Toilets: Toilets (including disability access) are located throughout The Rocks precinct.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Circular Quay Promenade is an alcohol free zone.
Food and Beverage: For sale throughout Circular Quay. A number of mobile vendors offering food beverages will also be located throughout The Rocks precinct.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. Circular Quay Promenade is an alcohol free zone.
Access: Site entry via George Street only. There will be no access via Alfred Street. Circular Quay Promenade will become a managed access point. The public is advised that once this site reaches maximum capacity it will be closed for the evening. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. We advise using public transport.
Further Information: www.shfa.nsw.gov.au

Clark Island, Sydney Harbour
Capacity: 390
Entry: Ticketed event (children under 5 free of charge)
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear. Due to restricted vessel capacity limits apply as to what can be taken to the island. Hand luggage only. No chairs, shelters or large / wheelie bin eskies permitted. All luggage must be able to fit on your lap for transfer to the island.
Access: Ticket price includes return transport from Circular Quay.
Parking: No. Use public transport to Circular Quay.
Ticket Sales: Further information available closer to the event.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Clarke's Point, Hunters Hill
Capacity: 4,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at the site.
Food and Beverage: Picnics are encouraged. Food and beverages for sale.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: STA shuttle service will be in operation for public access. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: Vehicular access restrictions to the peninsular will be in place. Vehicular access to the peninsula for people with a disability will be available by prior arrangement.
Park and Ride: Parking will be available on Boronia Park Ovals ($5) on the cnr of Ryde and Park Rds. STA shuttle service to and from Clarkes Point, the Goat and Horse Paddocks will depart Boronia Park.
Further Information: Call Hunters Hill Council on 02 9879 9400 or www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au

Cockatoo Island
Capacity: 475 camping sites. Maximum 4 person per site.
Entry: Ticketed event, camping only.
Toilets: Yes plus camping amenities block.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site or bring a picnic hamper.
Restrictions: No BYO alcohol. No glass. No sparklers. No fires. No pets. No private vessels.
Bring: Ticket, torch, camping gear and ear plugs.
Access: Sydney Ferries service from Circular Quay. Check timetable. Island reserved for ticket holders only.
Parking: No. Use public transport to Circular Quay.
Ticket Sales: This event is sold out
Further Information: www.cockatooisland.gov.au

Cremorne Point Reserve, Cremorne Point
Capacity: 5,000. Park is closed when crowd levels reach safe capacity.
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: Alcohol prohibited.
Food and Beverage: Food and non alcohol beverages on sale at this site.
Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Milson Rd. This site is not accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place. Further information available closer to the event.
Further Information: Call North Sydney Council 02 9936 8100 or www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Darling Harbour
Capacity: 90,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol.
Food and Beverage: For sale in Darling Harbour.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. While vision of the official fireworks is limited from Darling Harbour, the precinct will host a free entertainment program throughout the evening with separate fireworks displays at 9pm and midnight.
Other Information: There will be two fireworks displays at Darling Harbour at 9pm and midnight.
Access: Darling Harbour will become a managed access area.
Parking: Parking is available at Darling Harbour, however we advise using public transport.
Further Information: www.darlingharbour.com

Dawes Point, The Rocks
Capacity: 40,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes at the top of George St near the Mercantile.
Alcohol: Dawes Point Park is an alcohol free zone.
Food and Beverage: On sale in The Rocks.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. The archaeological component of this site will be fenced off for the evening.
Access: There will be local road closures. This site is not accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: No. Use public transport.
Further Information: www.therocks.com

Duff Reserve, Point Piper
Capacity: 100
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes on street level at Wolseley Rd.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets. Bring a torch. Dogs prohibited.
Access: Site entry via Wolseley Rd, Point Piper. Steep access with stairs. No local road closures. This site is not accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited street parking. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Dumeresq Reserve, Rose Bay
Capacity: 250
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes but no toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs allowed on the leash at all times and off leash between 4:30pm and 8:30am.
Access: Site entry via Dumeresq Road. Local road closures may be in place. This site has limited access for people with a disability.
Parking: Strictly No parking.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

East Circular Quay
Capacity: 4,500
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes, underneath the Cahill Expressway, including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol.
Food and Beverage: For sale at Circular Quay.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. Access to the site will be restricted with bag searches a condition of entry.
Access: Site entry via East Circular Quay only. East Circular Quay will become a managed access point. The public is advised that once this site reaches maximum capacity it will be closed for the evening. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport.
Further Information: www.shfa.nsw.gov.au

Elkington Park, Balmain
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets. No view fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Views of fireworks near Cockatoo Island only.
Access: Site entry via Glassop St and White St. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Federal Park, Annandale
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Chapman Road Glebe. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Very limited, use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

First Fleet Park, West Circular Quay
Capacity: 11,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Toilets (including disability access) are located throughout The Rocks precinct.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. First Fleet Park is an alcohol free zone.
Food and Beverage: For sale throughout The Rocks. A number of mobile vendors offering food beverages will also be located throughout The Rocks precinct.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. This is an average vantage point as it has limited views of fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Access: Site entry via George Street only. There will be no access via Alfred Street. First Fleet Park will become a managed access point. The public is advised that once this site reaches maximum capacity it will be closed for the evening. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. We advise using public transport.
Further Information: www.shfa.nsw.gov.au

Fleet Steps (Midnight at the Oasis), Royal Botanic Gardens
Capacity: 1,100
Entry: Ticketed event
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol and other beverages for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Ticket price includes a meal from the 2008 and 2009 Caterer of Year.
Restrictions: No BYO alcohol/beverages. No chairs. No beach umbrellas. No sparklers. No pass outs. Ticket holders must enter by 8.00pm.
Access: Site entry via Art Gallery Rd. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Please note the event site is approx 400m from site entry.
Parking: No. Use public transport. Limited disabled parking available for eligible permit holders on Art Gallery Rd. Bookings for disabled parking must be submitted prior to the event.
Ticket Sales: Tickets ON SALE www.moshtix.com.au
Further Information: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Capacity: 150
Entry: Ticketed event
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: Champagne, cocktails, selection of wine and spirits included in ticket price.
Food and Beverage: Canapes and 4 course dinner included in ticket price.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Further information available closer to the event.
Parking: Valet parking and free shuttle bus to the wharf. Further information available closer to the event.
Ticket Sales: Further information available closer to the event.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Goat Island, Sydney Harbour
Capacity: 780
Entry: Ticketed event (children under 5 free of charge)
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear. Due to restricted vessel capacity, limits apply as to what can be taken to the island. Hand luggage only. No chairs, shelters or large / wheelie bin eskies permitted. All luggage must be able to fit on your lap for transfer to the island.
Access: Ticket price includes return transport from King Street Wharf 3.
Parking: No. Use public transport to Darling Harbour.
Ticket Sales: Further information available closer to the event.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Illoura Reserve, Peacock Point, Balmain
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage for sale at site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Weston St and Darling St. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Kurraba Point Reserve, Neutral Bay
Capacity: 1,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes, minimal number available
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Kurraba Rd. This site is accessible for people with a disability subject to crowd flows. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Further Information: Call North Sydney Council 02 9936 8100 or www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Lookes Ave Reserve, Balmain
Capacity: 1,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage will be on sale from the adjoining Thornton Park site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Lookes Ave off Darling St. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Manns Point, Greenwich
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including a toilet with disability access located adjacent to Greenwich Sailing Club.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at the site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Site normally fills by 5pm.
Access: Site entry via Greenwich Rd. There is no special access for people with a disability. At the discretion of NSW Police, the Greenwich Peninsula will be closed to non-local traffic on Greenwich Road, adjacent to the Shell Refinery, once the area is full.
Parking: There is very limited on-street parking available. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au

McKell Park, Darling Point
Capacity: Strictly limited to 500
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes however no toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No alcohol permitted.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No alcohol permitted. No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets. Bring a torch. Dogs are prohibited at all times.
Access: Site entry via main gate on Darling Point Rd. There may be local road closures surrounding Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point. This site has limited accessibility for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited street parking. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Mort Bay Park, Birchgrove
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via McKell St and Cameron St. No specific access for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Mrs Macquaries Point
Capacity: 19,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site or bring a picnic hamper with unopened plastic bottles (no glass) or cans of soft drinks.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No tents with pegs. No fires. No pets. No plastic sheets/tarps. Security bag checking will be in operation at all access points and restricted items, including alcohol, will not be permitted. The venue has the right to refuse entry. See www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au for full list of restricted items. NO PASS OUTS - or re-entry into the site. This is a managed access area with catering and bar services provided, so all you need to bring is some sunscreen, hat and your picnic blanket.
Access: Site entry via Art Gallery Rd. This site has limited access for people with a disability. No pass outs from the event site once entry has been gained, the site will close when full.
Parking: No. Use public transport. Limited disabled parking available for eligible permit holders on Art Gallery Rd. Bookings for disabled parking must be submitted prior to the event.
Further Information: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Nielsen Park, Steele Point Rd, Vaucluse
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: Please note park closes at conclusion of the midnight fireworks. No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear.
Access: Site entry via Vaucluse Rd or Greycliffe Ave. Local road closures will be in place. Further information available closer to the event.
Parking: Greycliffe Ave.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

North Head, Manly
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets. Visitors must vacate the park once fireworks are finished. Do not climb trees or veer off paths. Take care of vegetation. Stay back from cliff edges.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear.
Access: Site entry via North Head Scenic Drive. Gate closed on North Head Scenic Drive from 30 December. This site is accessible for people with a disability subject to crowd flows.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Observatory Hill Park, Millers Point
Capacity: 4,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Argyle St, The Rocks. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Very limited, use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Percival Park, Rose Bay
Capacity: 250
Entry: Free
Toilets: No.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs prohibited at all times.
Access: Site entry via Collins Avenue. This site has limited access for people with a disability.
Parking: Strictly No parking.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Pyrmont Point Park, Pyrmont
Capacity: 3,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Pirrama Rd. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. Limited parking at Pyrmont Point Park. Parking available at Darling Harbour. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Redleaf Gardens and Beach, Double Bay
Capacity: 500
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes but no toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: Restricted alcohol and managed entry.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs prohibited at all times.
Access: Site entry via New South Head Road. No local road closures. This site has limited access for people with a disability.
Parking: Strictly No parking.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Robertson Park, Watsons Bay
Capacity: 500
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs prohibited at all times.
Access: Site entry via Military Road. Local road closures may be in place surrounding Vaucluse and Watsons Bay. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Rushcutters Bay Park, Darling Point
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No alcohol permitted.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No alcohol permitted. No glass. No camping. No fires. Dogs are permitted on a leash at all times & unleashed between 4.30pm - 8.30am.
Access: Site entry via New Beach Rd or New South Head Rd. There may be local road closures surrounding Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Shark Island, Sydney Harbour
Capacity: 780
Entry: Ticketed event (children under 5 free of charge)
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: BYO picnic. None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No BBQ's. No fireworks or naked flames. No pets.
Bring: Torch, blanket and warm/wet weather gear. Due to restricted vessel capacity limits apply as to what can be taken to the island. Hand luggage only. No chairs, shelters or large / wheelie bin eskies permitted. All luggage must be able to fit on your lap for transfer to the island.
Access: Ticket price includes return transport from Rose Bay Wharf.
Parking: No. Use public transport to Rose Bay.
Ticket Sales: Further information available closer to the event.
Further Information: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Simmons Point Reserve, Balmain
Capacity: 300
Entry: Free
Toilets: No
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Simmons St. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Sydney Opera House
Capacity: 8,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. Access to the site will be restricted with bag searches a condition of entry.
Access: Managed access via East Circular Quay only. Local road closures will be in place. The site will be closed once it is full and re-entry will not possible if you choose to exit the site. No access to the Royal Botanic Gardens, including Mrs Macquarie's Point through the Sydney Opera House. Access to Man O'War Steps will be closed with the Sydney Opera House site closure and will be subject to the restrictions above. Normally access for people with a disability is not a problem however, access will be limited due to the large crowds and police closures.
Interior Access: Access to the interior of the Sydney Opera House will be restricted to ticket holders only with bag searches a condition of entry.
Access To Botanic Gardens: There is no access to the Botanic Gardens, including Mrs Macquarie's Point through the Sydney Opera House.
Parking: Parking limitations will be in place. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability. Vehicular access for people with a disability will also be restricted via Macquarie St closures.
Further Information: www.sydneyoperahouse.com

Sydney Park, St Peters
Capacity: 2,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires.
Access: Site entry via Sydney Park Rd, Barwon Park Rd or Harber Street. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Very limited, use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Tarpeian Precinct (Macquarie Street Lawns), Royal Botanic Gardens
Capacity: 6,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol. Alcohol for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: On sale at this site or bring a picnic hamper with unopened plastic bottles (not glass) or cans of soft drink.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. No camping. No tents with pegs. No fires. No pets. No plastic sheets/tarps. Security bag checking will be in operation at all access points and restricted items, including alcohol, will not be permitted. See www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au for full list of restricted items. NO PASS OUTS or re-entry into the site. This is a managed access area with catering and bar services provided, so all you need to bring is some sunscreen, hat and your picnic blanket.
Access: Site entry via Macquarie St only (north of Bridge St). This site is accessible for people with a disability subject to crowd flows - entry off Macquarie St. Local road closures will be in place. No pass outs from the event site once entry has been gained, the site will close when full.
Parking: No. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

The Rocks
Capacity: 36,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes including toilets with disability access.
Alcohol: No BYO alcohol.
Food and Beverage: On sale in The Rocks.
Restrictions: No glass. No BYO alcohol. This is an average vantage point as it has limited views of fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Access: Campbells Cove will become a managed access point. The public is advised that this site usually reaches capacity by 6pm. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport.
Further Information: www.therocks.com

Thornton Park, Balmain
Capacity: 1,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Darling St. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Waterdale Reserve, Balmain
Capacity: 1,000
Entry: Free
Toilets: No
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: None for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Mansfield St. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

Yarranabbe Park, Darling Point
Capacity: 12,000
Entry: Ticketed event
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: Licenced bar. NO BYO.
Food and Beverage: Food stalls and licenced bar available. Participants can also bring their own picnic but no liquids will be allowed.
Restrictions: No BYO alcohol. No liquids. No camping. No fires. Dogs prohibited during managed event. Small folding chairs only.
Access: Site entry via New Beach Rd and Yarranabbe Rd. Resident only vehicle access. There may be local road closures surrounding Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point including New Beach Rd. Road closures may occur at the discretion of Police on the night. This site is accessible for people with a disability.
Parking: Limited street parking available pre event. Clearway along New Beach Rd. Use public transport. There is no specific parking for people with a disability.
Ticket Sales: Pre-purchased ticketed event. Managed entry and security. Ticket Costs - Family: $60, Adult: $25 and Child: $15. Kids entertainment and rides included.
Further Information: Call Woollahra Council on 02 9391 7000 or www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Yurulbin Park, Birchgrove
Capacity: 400
Entry: Free
Toilets: Yes
Alcohol: BYO alcohol. None for sale at this site.
Food and Beverage: Limited food and beverage for sale at this site.
Restrictions: No glass. No camping. No fires. No pets.
Access: Site entry via Louisa Rd. This site is accessible for people with a disability. Local road closures will be in place.
Parking: No. Use public transport. No specific parking for people with a disability.
Further Information: www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au

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