Hyde Park
Hyde Park
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Neighbourhood: St. James
How to get there
- St James • 5 min walk
- Town Hall • 6 min walk
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- Raintree_ThailandBangkok, Thailand4,444 contributionsSimply fantastic!!Not many cities are fortunate enough to have such a fabulous green space in the center of the city. Hyde Park is fantastic, with huge trees, fountains, statues and flowers. A fantastic oasis in the midst of the city!Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 October 2023
- stevebintleyBedford, United Kingdom8,886 contributionsBeautiful parkLovely well kept park right in the centre of the city, worth taking a stroll through and admiring. There’s loads of seating throughout and given the convenient location next to the shopping district and key sights it’s easy to pass through. A very peaceful spot in the centre.Visited December 2023Travelled soloWritten 2 January 2024
- Joy HSpring, Texas298 contributionsGorgeous park!One of the most beautiful parks I've ever seen! The trees are absolutely amazing. I took so many pictures, but they don't do it justice. There these birds called ibises that walk around. I had never seen one before. It was nice to just sit on a bench and people watch and relax.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 January 2024
- tonyy41936 contributionsLarge, well kept park in city centreLarge, well kept park in the city centre with lots of fountains, wide walkways, shady areas. Great place for a relaxing walk. St. Mary's Cathedral next to the park is also worth visiting.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 March 2024
- CarloHelmondHelmond, The Netherlands725 contributionsa little oasis in the big cityI always like parks in a city. This is a nice park for a stroll with the Anzac memorial there as well. For my taste it is to small to use it for a run, but it is nice, green and lush and provides shade when needed, or some sun during the colder winter months. There are many places along the park to get a drink and enjoy it in the parkVisited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 14 August 2024
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KarenM1_10
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan1,042 contributions
Feb 2020
We walked through Hyde Park on our way to the St. Mary’s Cathedral. Once we entered the park our pace slowed down and we enjoyed the leisurely stroll. We thought the fountain was definitely the highlight of the park. Since the park is located in the city there are many shops and restaurants in the area as well.
Written 18 April 2020
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Ranjit S
Kolkata (Calcutta), India109 contributions
Jan 2020
Midst of lush green covered by big leafy trees is the heritage park situated in the Central Business district of Sydney over a 16 Hectare land. This is divided into two parts North and South,.
Several monuments are located in the Northern side most notable is Archibald Fountain a gift from J H Archibald. A bronze Apollo is surrounded by horses' heads Dolphins and Tortoises.
In South section ANZAC war memorial and refection pool is located. One can also notice the statue of Captain Cook the English explorer of East Coast of Australia.
Several monuments are located in the Northern side most notable is Archibald Fountain a gift from J H Archibald. A bronze Apollo is surrounded by horses' heads Dolphins and Tortoises.
In South section ANZAC war memorial and refection pool is located. One can also notice the statue of Captain Cook the English explorer of East Coast of Australia.
Written 17 January 2020
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SAB5859
Banff, UK4,715 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
What a fantastic park to visit right in the city centre. Great for a walk through or having a picnic. There are plenty of park benches and lots of shaded areas in the park. There is a cafe in the park with other cafes and restaurants very close to the park. Good transport links to and around the park.
Written 20 February 2020
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Peter M
Melbourne, Australia1,293 contributions
Mar 2021
This is a large park in Sydney. It is Australia's oldest park and is 40 acres. It is on the State Heritage Register and built from 1810-1927. It has many statues and memorials including the Anzac Memorial which is a memorial to all Australians who has served in the wars. It was built from 1932-1934 to remember all the men and women who served in the First World War. It also has the Archibald Fountain named after JF Archibald,owner and editor of the Bulletin magazine. There is a larger than life statue of Captain James Cook which opened in 1879. The Emden Gun is another monument in Hyde Park. There is the Pool of Reflection and Yininmadyemi-stunning bullets of steel in respect to all the Indigenous people who served in the wars.
Written 23 April 2021
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Hugary1
Sydney, Australia8,721 contributions
Feb 2021
Great space to just sit on a bench and watch the world pass. Or sit on the grass or the end of the fountain and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine while eating lunch.
The part is in two halves with the War Memorial at one end and a Fountain at the other.
Only a 15 min walk from end to end. Car park beneath or underground railway at Museum and St James.
The door way to the roads leading to the Botanical Garden, Opera House and the Harbour.
The part is in two halves with the War Memorial at one end and a Fountain at the other.
Only a 15 min walk from end to end. Car park beneath or underground railway at Museum and St James.
The door way to the roads leading to the Botanical Garden, Opera House and the Harbour.
Written 21 February 2021
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MosesPH
1,593 contributions
Jan 2020
Within the CBD you will find Hyde Park. It's full of activity - people sitting on the grass, joggers, tourists, buskers, skateboarders, workers having lunch. An enjoyable spot to just sit and watch the world go by. There is a lovely fountain in the centre.
Written 15 January 2020
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia51,955 contributions
Oct 2020
Hyde Park is Sydney's lovely park. The city is hungry for some green space and this is a sample of what it has to offer. There isn't really too much more. It is a wonderful park with some grand old trees, water features and plenty of space to relax, in the middle of a very busy city. Hyde Park is an oasis in the large modern city of Sydney.
Written 20 October 2020
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Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand4,444 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Not many cities are fortunate enough to have such a fabulous green space in the center of the city. Hyde Park is fantastic, with huge trees, fountains, statues and flowers. A fantastic oasis in the midst of the city!
Written 12 October 2023
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Glenn Djangkar
Jakarta, Indonesia278 contributions
Oct 2022
Hyde Park is a park in the middle of the city in Sydney. It's a great place to have a rest from all the walking in Sydney; you can just sit on the grass, have a sandwich, and soak up the sun.
It is close to the Museum and St. Mary's Cathedral. Has two train stations underneath it St. James and Museum.
It is close to the Museum and St. Mary's Cathedral. Has two train stations underneath it St. James and Museum.
Written 8 November 2022
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Rudolf H
Chonburi, Thailand1,246 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
Centrally located in Sydney, the park is truly an oasis of relaxation. Cleanly landscaped and beautifully planted, the park invites you to linger. Making yourself comfortable on the lawn is explicitly not prohibited - but allowed.
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Written 22 August 2024
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What benefits do you get by upgrading to adults section?
Is the swim up bar in the main pool or adult pool?
Or there adult only bars.
Written 23 December 2014
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