Vantage points

Best NYE Vantage points within the Woollahra Council Local Area

The Woollahra local council area features fantastic locations to view Sydney’s NYE fireworks spectacular. If you are preparing to welcome the arrival of 2025 in Woollahra we urge you to plan ahead to ensure a safe and stress-free New Year’s Eve.

Up to 15,000 patrons are expected to view the Sydney Harbour fireworks from local vantage points or events. Fireworks vantage points at Darling Point, Double Bay, Point Piper and Rose Bay are organised by Woollahra Municipal Council.

Vantage points at Strickland Estate, Shark Island and Clark Island are organised by the National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks shows will take place at 9pm and 12-midnight on Sydney Harbour.

Popular vantage points can fill early, patrons planning to view the fireworks from unticketed locations are recommended to have backup locations in mind if their first choice is full by the time they arrive. Patrons who spend the day at a vantage point, will be asked to pack up picnic blankets and other items, and prepare to stand as the area starts to fill. Vantage point maximum capacities are based on standing room.

Fireworks vantage points at Yarranabbe Park, McKell Park, Murray Rose Pool & Blackburn Gardens, Duff Reserve, Rose Bay Foreshore and Dumaresq Reserve are free and unticketed, available on a first come, first served basis.

Vantage points at Shark Island and Clark Island are ticketed and available for purchase from the event organiser.

Find live updates on City of Sydney vantage points at sydneynewyearseve.com #SydNYE

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Darling Point

Darling Point: Important information regarding traffic management and local vantage points on New Year's Eve(PDF, 353KB)

McKell Park, Darling Point

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Superb harbour views and manicured gardens. Small historical foreshore location with varying levels.

  • Capacity: 1,000
  • Managed entry: Free (Security and Police present enforcing alcohol free zones)
  • Open: Gates open at midday.
  • Toilets: Yes, however no disabled toilets.
  • Access: Managed site entry via main gate on Darling Point Road. Local road closures surrounding Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point.
  • Access for people with a disability: Limited access
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area. Alcohol Free Zones in force on streets and footpaths of Darling Point.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No food or beverage operators.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping. No pets. Bring a torch.
  • Parking: Limited street parking only. Use public transport.
  • Local road closures and special event clearways apply to the Darling Point area for New Year's Eve.
  • Wharf information: Darling Point Wharf closes on New Year's Eve after the last ferry. Residents should plan accordingly. The nearest Wharf is at Woolloomooloo or Double Bay. As the park is an Alcohol Prohibited Area, patrons arriving by ferry will not be able to have alcohol on them. They will either be refused entry or Alcohol will need to be forfeited.

Yarranabbe Park, Darling Point

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Good views of the city and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Large open foreshore location.

  • Capacity: 10,000
  • Managed entry: Free (Security and Police present enforcing alcohol free zones). This vantage point will be fenced off and capacity limited.
  • Open: Gates open at 3pm.
  • Toilets: Yes, with accessible toilet facility.
  • Access: Managed site entry via New Beach Road.
  • Access for people with a disability: Yes
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area. Alcohol Free Zones in force on streets and footpaths of Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No Food or Beverage operators. Please stay hydrated. Bring your own drinking water to this vantage point.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping.
  • Parking: No street parking. Clearway along New Beach Rd. Use public transport.
  • Wharf information: The Yarranabbe public wharf is closed from midday 31 December 2024 - 2am 1 January 2025 with managed entry only. The nearest Wharf is at Woolloomooloo or Double Bay.
  • Local road closures and special event clearways apply to the Darling Point area for New Year's Eve.

Double Bay

Murray Rose Pool (formerly Redleaf) and Blackburn Gardens, Double Bay

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Limited city and Sydney Harbour Bridge views. Foreshore location.

  • Capacity: 1,000
  • Managed entry: Free (Security present). This vantage point will be fenced off and capacity limited.
  • Open: Gates open at 3pm.
  • Toilets: Yes, but no disabled toilets.
  • Access: Managed site entry via New South Head Road. No local road closures.
  • Access for people with a disability: Limited
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No food or beverage for sale.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping.
  • Parking: Strictly no parking. Use public transport.

Point Piper

Point Piper: Important information regarding traffic management and local vantage points on New Year's Eve(PDF, 341KB)

Duff Reserve, Point Piper

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Views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and parts of the city. Very small foreshore location.

Caution: Please note this venue has very limited capacity, it is steep with 94 steps and has no disabled access. It is essential to bring a torch and proceed with caution when moving around this site from dusk.

Bins will be provided at street level. There are no bins on the foreshore level. Please bring a waste collection bag and take your rubbish with you.

  • Capacity: 100. Once capacity is reached the site will be closed.
  • Managed entry: Free (Security present)
  • Open: Gate opens at midday.
  • Toilets: Yes, on street level at Wolseley Road.
  • Access: Managed site entry via Wolseley Rd. No disabled access. Steep access.
  • Access for people with a disability: No
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No food or beverage operators.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping. No pets.
  • Parking: Limited street parking. Use public transport.
  • Local road closures apply to the Point Piper area for New Year's Eve.

Rose Bay

Rose Bay: Important information regarding traffic management and local vantage points on New Year's Eve(PDF, 342KB)

Dumaresq Reserve, Rose Bay

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Distant views to the city and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Foreshore location.

  • Capacity: 250
  • Entry: Free (Security and Police present enforcing alcohol free zones)
  • Toilets: Yes, but no disabled toilets.
  • Access: Site entry via Dumaresq Road.
  • Access for people with a disability: Limited
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area. Alcohol Free Zones in force on streets and footpaths of Rose Bay.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No food or beverage operators.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping.
  • Parking: Strictly no parking. Use public transport.
  • Local road closures apply to the Rose Bay area for New Year's Eve.

Rose Bay Foreshore, Rose Bay (near Percival Park)

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Distant views to the city and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Foreshore location.

  • Capacity: 1500
  • Managed Entry: Free (Security and Police present enforcing alcohol free zones). This vantage point will be fenced off and capacity limited.
  • Open: Gates open at 3pm
  • Toilets: Yes. Accessible toilet available upon request to security personnel.
  • Access: Site entry via Caledonian Road. All other access points will be blocked on the night.
  • Access for people with a disability: Limited
  • Alcohol: Alcohol Prohibited Area. Alcohol Free Zones in force on streets and footpaths of Rose Bay.
  • Food and beverage: Bring your own picnic. No food or beverage operators. Please stay hydrated. Bring your own drinking water to this vantage point.
  • Restrictions: No alcohol. No glass. No camping.
  • Parking: Strictly no parking. Use public transport.
  • The site will be closely monitored by police and Security. It may be closed prior to capacity if the enjoyment or safety of patrons is compromised.
  • Local road closures apply to the Rose Bay area for New Year's Eve.

Vantage points closed for New Year's Eve

  • Percival Park, Rose Bay

Other vantage points

More NYE Info

Public Safety Information

NSW Police will be out in force this New Year's Eve to reduce crime and violence and to ensure everyone in NSW can enjoy the New Year's Eve celebrations in a safe and secure environment. If you need any assistance from the Police over the festive season please call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or in an emergency, contact Triple Zero (000). NSW Police is also on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). Follow NSW Police on social media and receive regular information updates throughout New Year's Eve.

The National Security Hotline (1800 123 400) is your single point of contact to provide information on possible signs of terrorism and about issues that may relate to national security.

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