Enjoy picnic by lakes in Centennial Park
Sydney, Australia • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Nov, Dec
19°C – 26°C, warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain, high crowds, peak season
19°C – 26°C, warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Park is wheelchair accessible with flat terrain and seating.
Park is wheelchair accessible with flat terrain and seating.
Value for money
High
Free entry, beautiful scenery, and ample picnic spots.
Free entry, beautiful scenery, and ample picnic spots.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Picnic
Couples loved the serene lakes and perfect picnic spots for a romantic outing!
Beautiful Scenery
The park's gardens and ponds provide a beautiful backdrop for a relaxing day.
Easy Access
Convenient location and easy access via public transport made it a breeze.
Crowded Weekends
Weekends can get very crowded, reducing the privacy and serenity for couples.
Limited Privacy
Finding a secluded picnic spot can be challenging due to the popularity of the park.
Bin Chickens
Be prepared for the ibises, which can disrupt a quiet, romantic picnic.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
18-25°C
December ushers in summer with warm temperatures and occasional rain showers.
December ushers in summer with warm temperatures and occasional rain showers.
Open
Limited availability due to high demand; advance reservations are crucial.
Limited availability due to high demand; advance reservations are crucial.
Recommended
December offers vibrant park scenery for picnics, but expect large crowds and ensure to book picnic spots well in advance.
December offers vibrant park scenery for picnics, but expect large crowds and ensure to book picnic spots well in advance.
January
HIGH
19-26°C
Warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain.
Warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain.
Open
High demand; early booking recommended for picnic sites.
High demand; early booking recommended for picnic sites.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is ideal for picnics. However, it's peak season with high crowd levels and increased prices. Early booking of picnic sites is advisable.
January offers warm temperatures and is ideal for picnics. However, it's peak season with high crowd levels and increased prices. Early booking of picnic sites is advisable.
February
MEDIUM
19-26°C
Warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain.
Warm and mostly sunny with occasional light rain.
Open
Less crowded; picnic sites more readily available.
Less crowded; picnic sites more readily available.
Recommended
February provides warm weather suitable for picnics. With the end of summer holidays, crowd levels decrease, making it easier to find picnic spots.
February provides warm weather suitable for picnics. With the end of summer holidays, crowd levels decrease, making it easier to find picnic spots.
March
MEDIUM
18-25°C
Mild temperatures with increased chance of light rain.
Mild temperatures with increased chance of light rain.
Open
Generally good availability of picnic sites.
Generally good availability of picnic sites.
Recommended
March offers mild temperatures and is suitable for picnics. While there's a slightly higher chance of rain, the park remains a pleasant destination with moderate crowds.
March offers mild temperatures and is suitable for picnics. While there's a slightly higher chance of rain, the park remains a pleasant destination with moderate crowds.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus routes service the areas surrounding the park. From the Sydney CBD, travelers can take bus route 333, which departs from Hyde Park on Elizabeth Street or Martin Place Station and stops at "The Light Brigade Hotel, Oxford St," a short walk from the park's northern side. Other key bus routes that stop near the park gates on Oxford Street include the 340, 352, 355, 389, and 440.
Walking
Recommended
The park is easily accessible on foot for those in nearby suburbs. Pedestrians can enter through any of the numerous gates around the park's perimeter.
Bike
Centennial Park is a popular destination for cyclists, with a dedicated 3.8-kilometer cycle lane running alongside Grand Drive.
Car
For those traveling by car, Centennial Park is accessible via several gates, including the Woollahra Gates, Paddington Gates, Robertson Road Gates, and Randwick Gates. Parking within Centennial Park is predominantly free and untimed.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services can access the park and drop off passengers at designated zones within the grounds.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required