🌿 A ripper spot for a family arvo with playgrounds, bike tracks, and beaut lakeside views, mate!

Bicentennial Park Sydney Olympic Park - Family Fun & Scenic Lakeside Escape - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Bicentennial Park in Sydney Olympic Park is a massive 40-hectare green haven perfect for families, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts. The park features multiple playgrounds including a Liberty Swing, wide bike and walking paths, and a scenic man-made lake teeming with ducks, swans, and even friendly eels. Visitors enjoy picnics at well-maintained BBQ and shelter areas, while the Waterview Cafe offers a great spot to relax. With ample parking (though some paid), clean toilets, and shaded picnic spots, it’s a top choice for weekend family outings, casual strolls, and wildlife spotting in a peaceful, natural setting.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Australia Ave, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 2 9714 7888
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.6/5 (4926 reviews)
🏙️ City	Sydney Olympic Park
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground swings slides bike path walking path parking public toilets bbq picnic shelter cafe bubbler

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Wednesday	07:00-07:00
Thursday	07:00-07:00
Friday	07:00-07:00
Saturday	07:00-07:00
Sunday	07:00-07:00
Monday	07:00-07:00
Tuesday	07:00-07:00

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

Bicentennial Park is a top spot for the little tackers with four playgrounds scattered around, including a Liberty Swing that’s a real winner for kids with different abilities. The playgrounds are spacious with plenty of swings, slides, and climbing gear to keep the ankle-biters entertained for hours. Families rave about the safe, clean play areas where kids can run wild while parents chill nearby. Plus, the wide bike paths and smooth walking trails mean the whole family can get involved in some active fun, whether it’s a bike ride or a stroll to spot ducks and eels in the lake.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This park is a beaut for anyone who loves a bit of nature and stunning scenery. The man-made lake is home to black swans, pelicans, ducks, and even tame eels that visitors can pat, making it a real treat for wildlife lovers. The Treillage Tower offers spectacular views over the park’s colourful autumn leaves and peaceful lakeside meadows. There are plenty of shady groves and picnic spots where you can soak up the calm vibes, snap some cracking photos, or just enjoy a quiet arvo surrounded by mature trees and native plants.

Easy Access & Handy Facilities 🚗

Getting around Bicentennial Park is a breeze with wide, well-signposted paths for walkers, joggers, and cyclists alike. Parking is plentiful, though some visitors note that paid parking applies after a couple of free hours, so it pays to register your plate or arrive early. The park offers clean public toilets, bubblers (though some mention low water pressure on hot days), and shaded picnic shelters perfect for family gatherings. The Waterview Cafe is a nice bonus for grabbing a cuppa or brekkie, rounding out a hassle-free day out for all ages.

Wildlife Encounters for Nature Lovers 🦆

If you’re keen on spotting some Aussie wildlife, Bicentennial Park won’t disappoint. The lake attracts a variety of water birds including swans, pelicans, and ducks, while the surrounding wetlands provide a sanctuary for native plants and animals. Visitors often mention seeing friendly eels and big fish in the water, adding a unique touch to the experience. Bird hides and quiet spots make it easy to observe without disturbing the critters, making it a peaceful place to connect with nature and teach the kids about local wildlife.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

The park is beautiful. It is a popular place for families on weekends.
One afternoon is not enough to explore this huge park. Lakes, Playground, BBQ place, you will find everything at one place.
There are 4 playgrounds for kids and bike trails.
Bicentennial Park is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy nature. It’s home to various animals and water birds.
The park becomes even more gorgeous during autumn, with vibrant, colorful leaves creating a picturesque setting.
The park’s lake is home to swans, pelicans, and ducks, adding to its natural charm.
The Treillage Tower with spectacular views, peaceful walking paths, bird hides, and fantastic playgrounds, including a Liberty Swing for kids.
Great place for a picnic, plenty of tables and nice spots. Playground is quite big and plenty of paths to walk and explore the sites.
Good park, very big. very near to DFO. weekends parking is free.
Great park for walking, jogging and biking. There are many different features like a large pond, great trails and lots of places to have a picnic.