
Jessie Street Gardens
A lovely city garden in the heart of the Sydney CBD with a 4.3 rating across 10 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Jessie Street Gardens sits on Loftus Street in the heart of the Sydney CBD, near Circular Quay. With 10 reviews behind its 4.3 rating, it's a much-loved pocket of green.
The appeal is a lovely, leafy breather right in the city — a garden handy for a quiet moment, a lunch break or a pause between the sights, a lovely spot amid the bustle of the Sydney CBD close to the harbour. It's a lovely, free outing.
City gardens have changing plantings and seasonal conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and take a moment to slow down.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 61
- Popularity
- 32
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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