Plan your New Year’s Eve
Sydney New Year's Eve is one of the world's most celebrated events, attracting more than one million people to Sydney Harbour and surrounding areas.
A little planning will help you make the most of your visit.
Before you arrive:
Book accommodation as early as possible
Book tickets for any events or experiences you want to attend
Plan how you'll travel to and from the city
Decide where you'll watch the fireworks
Check opening hours if you're visiting attractions before or after New Year's Eve
Pack for all types of weather, including sunscreen, a hat, jacket and plenty of water
Choose how to celebrate
However you'd like to experience Sydney New Year's Eve, there's an option for everyone.
Free vantage points
Watch the fireworks from one of Sydney's spectacular harbour vantage points. Many locations are free to enter, while some require tickets or have capacity limits. Explore vantage points
Ticketed events
Celebrate from rooftops, waterfront restaurants, parks and exclusive event spaces offering unforgettable views. Get tickets.
On Sydney Harbour
Ring in the new year from the water with a harbour cruise or ferry offering a front row seat for the fireworks.
Book a harbour experience (WO link to NYE program + boats tag)
Getting around
Public transport is the easiest and most convenient way to travel during Sydney New Year's Eve.
Sydney's trains, metro, buses, ferries and light rail make it easy to get around the city and surrounding areas. Due to road closures, changed traffic conditions and limited parking, we don’t recommend driving on New Year's Eve.
Arriving in Sydney
Sydney Airport is located around 20 minutes from the city centre by train, with regular services connecting directly to Circular Quay, Town Hall, Central and other key stations. Taxis, rideshare services and airport shuttle options are also available.
Using public transport
You can travel on Sydney's public transport using an Opal card or simply tap on and tap off with a contactless credit or debit card, smartphone or smartwatch.
Services run to special event timetables on New Year's Eve. Some stations, wharves and bus stops may experience high demand before and after the fireworks. Plan your trip, allow extra travel time and follow directions from transport staff on the day.
Accessibility
Sydney's public transport network includes accessible trains, metro services, buses, ferries and light rail. Accessible routes and event information are available to help you plan their journey, with staff on hand across the city to provide help.
Before you travel
Plan your journey and return home.
Check transport service updates and road closures.
Allow extra travel time, particularly after the fireworks.
Wear comfortable shoes if you're walking between points.
For the latest transport information, accessibility advice, service updates and road closures, visit our transport page.
Visitor information
Whether you're visiting Sydney for the first time or returning for another New Year's Eve, visitor information services are available to help you during your stay.
Visitor information centres can help with:
maps and local information
attractions and sightseeing
tours and experiences
accommodation advice
transport information.
You can go to a visitor information centre or speak with one of the friendly volunteers throughout the city during the event. They’ll be wearing a pink hat.
Make the most of your stay
There's plenty to discover before and after New Year's Eve.
Make your trip even more memorable by exploring Sydney's world-famous beaches, lively neighbourhoods, restaurants, galleries, museums and harbour.
Whether you're staying for a weekend or a longer holiday, Sydney offers something for everyone.