Nielsen Park
Highlights
- Stunning harbour views from scenic foreshore walking tracks
- Family-friendly beach with shaded picnic areas and café nearby
- Unique stay options in historic cottages within the national park
Overview
Nielsen Park offers one of the most picturesque locations on Sydney Harbour for a picnic, swim, and a short walk. Located in Sydney Harbour National Park at Vaucluse, it boasts 3 large, sheltered picnic areas and expansive lawns. Relax on the grass and enjoy your lunch beneath a shady fig tree.
Once you've taken a swim at the glistening Shark Beach drop into The Nielsen cafe for a coffee or an ice cream while the kids build sandcastles.
Stroll along the scenic foreshore walking track or explore the area by kayak. For a longer walk, explore Bottle and Glass Point or take a 3.6km return walk along the unmissable Hermitage Foreshore track for ultimate views of Sydney Harbour.
If you'd like to stay longer you can also book accommodation at Steele Point cottage or Gardeners cottage.
You can take a virtual tour of Nielsen Park captured with Google Street View Trekker.
Location
Accessibility
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.