Top Things to do in North Sydney
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in North Sydney, New South Wales
Discover the best top things to do in North Sydney, Australia including Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden, Cremorne Reserve, Cremorne Foreshore Walk, Clark Park, Blues Point Reserve, Balls Head Reserve, Milson Park, Brennan Park, St Leonards Park, Quibaree Park.
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1. Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 433 reviews
Everyone needs a secret garden in their life and you’re invited to visit Wendy's, a public garden and much loved oasis in the heart of Sydney. Located a short walk over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, or stroll from Milsons Point and North Sydney train stations, the Secret Garden is a haven where you can explore meandering pathways discovering sculptures; enjoy a picnic basket or read a book at one of the tables beneath the garden’s canopy; or simply enjoy the nature and serenity of your beautiful surrounds. You may even stumble across a fairy. Created over 20 years by artist Wendy Whiteley, wife and muse of Australian artist Brett Whiteley, the Secret Garden is nestled behind Luna Park in one of Sydney's most spectacular suburbs, Lavender Bay. While its free and open seven days a week, there are steep inclines and a range of steps. Visitors with limited mobility may only be able to access the uppermost sections of the garden but we're sure you'll enjoy your visit.
Reviewed By tmellin - Kihei, United States
A quick one-stop ferry ride from Circular Quay to Milton’s Point with great views of the harbor and Opera House, then a walk thru Luna Park and along Lavender Bay. A somewhat wild garden, a beautiful place to wander a bit and then to sit and relax, enjoying the peacefulness of the garden.
2. Cremorne Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By RonWamberal - Sydney, Australia
One of the best parks in Sydney, well maintained by the local council with wonderful trees and plants and great views to the city and bridge on one side and Mosman Bay on the other. So accessible, only 10 minutes from the city by ferry.
3. Cremorne Foreshore Walk
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5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By JElliot32 - New South Wales, Australia
This walk offers a brilliant showcase of some of jewels that Sydney Harbour has to offer. We walked from Mosman Bay ferry wharf around to Neutral Bay. While there are a few stairs and inclines, it is quite an easy, straightforward walk. The path is excellent - concrete for most of the way. You do have to walk along suburban streets for a couple of short stretches, but given the decorative richness of the architecture in this neck of the woods, that was hardly an imposition. It took us less than two hours and we dawdled. The highlights: from Cremorne Point the views of the harbour are just sensational, especially towards the CDB; the 'smaller' views across Mosman Bay are equally beautiful in a more picturesque way; architecturally there is much to admire, from the many prominent harbourside mansions to the elegant 1920s-style blocks of flats. Last but not least among the highlights is the extensive 'natural' bayside garden established on public land over decades by local couple Les and Ruby Graham, who started the massive task of transforming what had been a dumping ground back in 1959. The story of the makeover of a weed-covered garbage tip to a delightful, serene landscape is a remarkable one, and is recorded on a noticeboard at the site. It is worth a read.
4. Clark Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By mrdom
This park just off Milsons Point and North Sydney is kept in great condition. There are lawns with sweeping views over the harbour, bridge and city (so good that some people were painting the scene), big old trees and nice groups of flowering plants. It sits above Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden and there's a path down to the waterfront. Don't confuse it with Watt Park, which is damper and doesn't have the views.
5. Blues Point Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By 838SusanB - Gladstone, Australia
This is the perfect place to get an up-close view of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
6. Balls Head Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Balls Head Reserve is a hidden Gem in the city! In fact it's relatively close to where we live, but have not known about it until finding it by chance! The views are exceptional and the bonus is that those visitors who so wish can find a seat or two and have a picnic, while at the same time making full use of the limited BBQ facilities available. Go early and you will probably be lucky. You can either drive or catch public transport. Waverton train station is about ten minutes walk from there.
7. Milson Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Manickjg
We discovered this park only because we were going to see the Jacaranda's on McDougall Street. Such a lovely wide expansive park but not huge. You can sit by the water and relax and there are some amazing palm trees which add to the beauty of this place. There''s a small kids playground otherwise green grass to sit on. Definitely will come back.
8. Brennan Park
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By 752lynj - Sydney, Australia
We love Brennan park! Its a huge drawcard in the local area for family and friends to meet or celebrate a special occasion or just to take the kiddies to for some fun! We have celebrated a few birthdays here. They have recently improved the park adding much needed seating and upgraded the kids play area. The park itself is huge and plenty of room foor ball games etc. There are also council toilets on the grounds. There is a huge fig tree which provides lots of shade. You can also train watch nearby which the kiddies love! Its a beautiful spot to just take a book & relax or do some yoga! I highly recommend a visit!
9. St Leonards Park
10. Quibaree Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
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