Cabarita Park

Cabarita Park sits on Cabarita Road at Cabarita, on the Parramatta River in Sydney's inner west. A lovely waterfront park, it's a much-loved local spot — combining grassy lawns, walking paths, picnic areas and a popular pool with lovely views over the river, plus a ferry wharf that makes it easy to reach by water.

The appeal is that combination of a beautiful riverside setting and great amenity: room to walk, picnic and relax with the river right there, the historic swimming pool, shaded areas for the kids and the scenic ferry access. It's a peaceful, family-friendly green space that makes the most of its lovely position on the Parramatta River.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 1,700 reviews, it's a firm favourite. The park is free and open year-round, but the pool, facilities and ferry services have their own arrangements that vary, so it's worth checking before a special trip — and taking sun protection — though for a riverside picnic, a walk or a relaxed day out, you can generally just turn up and enjoy the park at Cabarita.