Parks

Paddington Reservoir Gardens

Paddington
Views from a highpoint looking into a garden integrated into a space made of a mix of old brick archways and industrial metal beams. Busy city road and apartments in the background.
Wide wooden boardwalk and a garden with old brick archways in the background.
Old brick archways casting a strong and shadow over a small grass area.
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This state heritage-listed site, reminiscent of the ancient Baths of Caracalla in Rome, presents immaculate gardens with wide boardwalks. Its transformation was recognised with the Australian Award for Urban Design in 2009.

Features

  • Close to transport included

    Bus stops close by.

  • Attractions included

    Sunken garden and heritage items, including vibrant preserved graffiti art in the eastern chamber.

  • Seating included

    Open and enclosed grass lawns.

  • Shaded areas included

Access and opening hours

The gardens comprise 2 levels. The street level is always accessible but the lower levels, accessible by lift, are only open during daylight hours.

Photography shoots and wedding ceremonies

Photography shoots at Paddington Reservoir Gardens can’t be approved at this time. Filming may still be possible with an approved filming or photography permit. We apologise for the inconvenience, which is temporary only.

Wedding ceremonies also can’t be approved at Paddington Reservoir Gardens.

Informal ceremonies or proposals that don’t use infrastructure, equipment and exclusive use are allowed without a permit.

For all other parks and public spaces, wedding ceremonies and marriage proposals are welcome, subject to an approved permit.

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