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Pirrama Park designated accessible viewing area

Pirrama Park in Pyrmont is a family-friendly site with level terrain and great views of the fireworks from the western side of the Harbour Bridge.

Pirrama Park is fully accessible and can accommodate up to 7,000 people. There is also a designated accessible viewing area for those with access requirements, their family and friends. This area can accommodate up to 90 people.

The designated accessible viewing area is located on the north-east side of Pirrama Park under the trees with a great view of the fireworks. There’ll be staff available to help you find the area. The surface is soft gravel.

Bookings essential.

Learn more about the accessibility features of Pirrama Park and what you can expect in this visual story.

Site description

  • Accessible toilets

  • Quiet space 

  • Onsite security and first aid 

  • Accessible bus service

  • Bring your own picnic

  • No glass 

  • No shade. Bring a hat, sunscreen, raincoat or umbrella 

  • Limited seating available 

  • Guest assistance 

  • Bag checks on entry

View the Pirrama Park accessible site map.

Site entry

  • The gate opens at 2pm.

  • Enter at Pirrama Road.

  • The designated accessible viewing area is located on the north-east side of Pirrama Park under the trees. There will be guest assistance to help you find the area.

Booking information

For more information on accessibility for the event email majoreventsccessinclusion@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or call our Access and Inclusion Coordinator on 02 9265 9333.

There are other designated accessible viewing areas and accessible sites around Sydney.

Getting here

Public transport is the best way to get around on New Year’s Eve.

The Star light rail station is 700 metres from the Pirrama Road gate. Pirrama Road will be closed from 7pm until 4am.

Jones Bay Wharf car park is 400 metres from the site. It will be open until 7pm (or when full). Cars may not be allowed to leave until 1am when pedestrians have cleared.

Alternative car parks are on Edward Street and Murray Street in Pyrmont, both around one kilometre from the site.

The Star only allows members to access its car park.

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