The best parks for picnics in Sydney in 2026, including scenic spots, BBQ facilities, and family-friendly parks
Family Desk is a contributing writer covering family and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney in the CBD is one of the best parks for picnics in Sydney. The garden has wide lawns, shade trees, and several picnic areas with tables and benches. The garden has views of the harbour and the Opera House. The garden is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm. The garden is accessible by train to Circular Quay station.
The Domain in the CBD is a large park with wide lawns and shade trees. The park has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park has views of the harbour and the city. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm. The park is accessible by train to Central station.
Hyde Park in the CBD is a large park with wide lawns and shade trees. The park has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park has a fountain, a monument, and a range of trees. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm. The park is accessible by train to Central station.
Wynyard Park in the CBD is a small park with wide lawns and shade trees. The park has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park has views of the harbour and the city. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm. The park is accessible by train to Wynyard station.
Bicentennial Park in Homebush Bay is a large park with wide lawns and shade trees. The park has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park has a water play area, a large playground, and a network of walking tracks. The park is accessible by train to Olympic Park station.
Centennial Park in the eastern suburbs has several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The BBQs are located near picnic tables and playgrounds. The park has wide open spaces, a network of bike paths, and a range of native wildlife. The park is accessible by train to Central station and then a 20-minute walk, or by bus from Bondi Junction.
Bicentennial Park in Homebush Bay has several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The BBQs are located near picnic tables and playgrounds. The park has wide open spaces, a children's playground, and a network of walking tracks. The park is accessible by train to Olympic Park station.
Sydney Park in St Peters has several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The BBQs are located near picnic tables and playgrounds. The park has wide open spaces, a skate park, and a network of walking tracks. The park has views of the Sydney CBD from the top of the hill. The park is accessible by train to St Peters station.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney in the CBD has several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The BBQs are located near picnic tables and playgrounds. The garden has wide lawns, a children's playground, and a range of plants and flowers. The garden is accessible by train to Circular Quay station.
Blaxland Riverside Park in Sydney Olympic Park has several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The BBQs are located near picnic tables and playgrounds. The park has a water play area, a large playground, and a network of walking tracks. The park is accessible by train to Olympic Park station.
Bicentennial Park in Homebush Bay is a large park with several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The park has wide open spaces, a children's playground, and a network of walking tracks. The park is suitable for large groups and has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is accessible by train to Olympic Park station.
Sydney Park in St Peters is a 41-hectare park with several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The park has wide open spaces, a skate park, and a network of walking tracks. The park is suitable for large groups and has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is accessible by train to St Peters station.
Centennial Park in the eastern suburbs is a large park with several BBQ areas with free gas and electric BBQs. The park has wide open spaces, a network of bike paths, and a range of native wildlife. The park is suitable for large groups and has several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is accessible by train to Central station.
Royal National Park is a large national park south of Sydney with several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park has wide open spaces, a network of walking tracks, and several beaches. The park is suitable for large groups and has several BBQ areas. The park is accessible by car or train to Helensburgh or Engadine stations.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney in the CBD has views of the harbour and the Opera House. The garden has wide lawns and shade trees and several picnic areas with tables and benches. The garden is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm.
The Domain in the CBD has views of the harbour and the city. The park has wide lawns and shade trees and several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm.
Wynyard Park in the CBD has views of the harbour and the city. The park has wide lawns and shade trees and several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm.
Bradleys Head in Mosman is a park with views of the harbour and the city. The park has wide lawns and shade trees and several picnic areas with tables and benches. The park is free to enter and is open from 6am to 6pm. The park is accessible by car or bus.
When you go for a picnic, follow these tips:
Check the weather. Check the weather forecast before you go. Bring a jacket or an umbrella if rain is forecast.
Bring a blanket. Bring a blanket or a picnic rug to sit on. The grass can be wet or dirty, so a blanket will keep you dry and clean.
Bring a garbage bag. Bring a garbage bag to clean up after yourself. Put all rubbish in the bag and take it with you when you leave.
Bring sunscreen. Bring sunscreen and apply it before you go. The sun can be strong even on cloudy days.
Bring a hat. Bring a hat to protect your face and neck from the sun.
Bring food and drinks. Bring food and drinks for your picnic. Some parks have kiosks, but they are usually expensive.
More information about parks in Sydney is available at your local council website and the NSW National Parks website.
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