Prince Alfred Square

Prince Alfred Square sits on Church Street in the heart of Parramatta, in Sydney's west. A much-loved historic park, it's a lovely green space in the centre of the city — combining open lawns, mature trees, a playground, a war memorial and walking paths with genuine heritage character, the kind of pleasant, central park that's a genuine local treasure.

The appeal is that combination of lovely green space, heritage character and a central location: room to walk, picnic and relax, with mature trees, a playground for the kids and the historic surrounds, all right in the heart of Parramatta. It's a beloved spot for a stroll, a picnic, a play or some time outdoors close to the city's dining and shops.

With a 4.3 rating from more than 1,300 reviews, it's clearly a well-loved community space. The park is free and open, but facilities and any events vary, so it's worth taking sun protection on a warm day and checking the surrounds before a special trip — though for a walk, a picnic, a play or some time outdoors, you can generally just turn up and enjoy Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta.