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Home to the Sydney Observatory, this park has panoramic views of Sydney Harbour.
Outdoor gym closed
We’re refurbishing the exercise equipment at Observatory Park.
It will be closed until mid-2025, weather permitting.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Features
Attractions included
Built in 1857 to 1859, Australia’s first observatory is open to the public.
Exercise equipment included
Outdoor fitness equipmentDog off-leash included
Public toilets included
Short walk away on Watson Road, at the Argyle Street entrance.Close to transport included
A short walk from Wynyard train station, The Rocks and Circular Quay.Public toilets included
Toilets adjacent on Upper Fort Street
History & heritage

Histories of local parks and playgrounds
History of Observatory Park
The Sydney Observatory built in 1857 to 1859 was a well-known landmark and soon gave its name to the hill on which it stood.
Published 27 March 2013Hire the Rotunda
Hireable outdoor spaces
Rotunda, Observatory Hill