Best Parks in Sydney (2026)

A sprawling 467-acre Victorian park in Paddington featuring ponds, three playgrounds, cycling paths, sports fields and gardens.

Bayfront park in Edgecliff with walking paths, open green space, playground and amenities.

Iconic Manly beach with patrolled swimming and surfing areas, plus an ocean pool and playground.

Grassy harbour-view park in Millers Point with public artwork, a rotunda and tennis court.

Iconic harbourside botanic garden in Sydney CBD featuring native and exotic plants, rose gardens, fernery, and family-friendly attractions like the 'Jurassic Jungle' play area.

Barangaroo Reserve is a waterfront park in Sydney CBD offering walking and cycling paths through landscaped grounds with scenic harbour views.

Scenic destination with water views, hiking trails, picnic facilities & wildlife viewing.

A scenic park in Bronte, Bondi offering coastal access and green space near the beach.

Bayfront park in North Sydney with harbour views, picnic facilities and a nautical-themed playground.

Expansive 40-hectare park in Alexandria featuring landscaped gardens, wetlands, and heritage industrial structures.

Walled Chinese garden featuring pavilions, exotic plants, ponds & waterfalls, plus a teahouse.

Large city park bordered by many significant buildings and containing statues of famous Australians.

Parks in Bondi, Sydney.

Native bush park on a lake, with a war memorial cenotaph, picnic areas & a mountain-bike track.

Scenic coastal national park site with cliffs overlooking Sydney harbour, dive sites & picnic areas.

Scenic waterfront park & playground offering sweeping views of the Sydney Opera House & harbour.

Grassy, 1.8-hectare park on the harbour with a sheltered bay, playground & areas for picnics & BBQs.

3 vast historical parklands with forests & open grassy fields offering a variety of recreation.