Dawes Point (Tar-Ra) Park
- Free
- Alcohol prohibited
- Toilets
- Accessible
- Dawes Point
Located under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bradfield Highway on the southern side of the harbour.
Offers partial fireworks views that become congested during the evening.
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Admission, hours and capacity
Admission
No ticket required.
You do not need to book or register to enter.
Hours
10am – 1am
Capacity
Holds up to 32,000 people
About the Site
Food and beverages
You can buy food here or bring your own
Alcohol
Alcohol isn’t allowed here
Toilets
Toilets are available, including accessible facilities
Drinking water
Drinking water stations are available
Restrictions
- No glass
- No camping
- No sunshades
- No pets
- No busking
- No drones
- No re-entry
- No portable chairs over 80cm tall
- No BYO alcohol
Accessibility
- Accessible entrance and continuous path of travel
- Transport less than 1km
Location & Access
Dawes Point Park, The Rocks, Dawes Point
Open in Google MapsEnter from Hickson Road, George Street and Lower Fort Street
Transport options
Getting here
- Public transport is the best way to get around on New Year’s Eve with thousands of extra services running.
- See road closure information
Train
The closest station is Circular Quay, however, from 3pm trains will not be dropping off passengers. If you are arriving after 3pm, use Wynyard Train Station.
Metro
The closest metro station is Martin Place, continue on foot.
Light rail
Light rail services will not run to Circular Quay from 2pm.
Bus
Buses will relocate to Martin Place from 2pm and Hyde Park from 5pm.
Taxi
Major roads in Circular Quay will close from 2pm with some earlier morning closures in place. Plan ahead if catching taxis or rideshare.
Getting home
- See the Getting home from Sydney CBD area map.
- Pedestrian diversions are in place on New Year’s Eve. The way you arrive, may be different to how you get home. Be prepared for a longer walk to transport hubs. Follow directions of staff and NSW Police on site.
Train
Circular Quay train station will be busy. Access to Wynyard trains and buses is from Kent Street only. Access to Barangaroo Station is from Hickson Road only.
Light rail
Light rail services to the south east will leave from Central only after 7pm.
Bus
Buses leave from Wynyard, QVB and Hyde Park.
Ferry
Limited ferries run after the midnight fireworks, services will be busy so have a back up plan.
Fireworks viewing guide
What you need to know to enjoy the celebration harbourside.
