Barangaroo Reserve
Barangaroo Reserve is a six-hectare harbour foreshore park in Barangaroo, built on a former concrete container terminal. Its standout feature is the Marrinawi Cove swimming area, a sheltered harbour swim enclosed by safety netting. The car-free headland is planted with more than 75,000 native trees and shrubs.
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About Barangaroo Reserve
Native Foreshore Landscape at Barangaroo Reserve
Barangaroo Reserve has a recreated native foreshore across its headland, where the planting replicates the pre-colonisation foliage. Native bee colonies have been introduced to pollinate the native plants. Stargazer Lawn gives views across the gardens and the harbour. Lorikeets and kookaburras are common in the reserve, and skinks and water dragons can also be seen. Barangaroo Reserve opened in 2015 and attracted more than three million visitors in its first few years.
Marrinawi Cove Swimming Area at Barangaroo Reserve
Barangaroo Reserve has a harbour swimming area in Marrinawi Cove that opened in early 2023. The swimming enclosure is lined with sandstone steps, which give entry points into the water, and safety netting separates it from the wider harbour. Stoney Cove is a second named cove along the reserve's foreshore. The sheltered water of Marrinawi Cove suits a harbour swim without leaving the reserve.
Aboriginal Cultural Tours at Barangaroo Reserve
Barangaroo Reserve runs regular Aboriginal Cultural Tours through the park. The Bush Buji experience is a program for kids, in which children learn about the land and its stories and songs. These programs add a learning side to a visit alongside the walking paths and harbour views. They suit families visiting with children and visitors interested in the history of the land.
Facilities at Barangaroo Reserve
Visitor tips for Barangaroo Reserve
- ✓Spring and autumn are the best seasons for walking the trails, as summer days are mostly sunny and warm.
- ✓Food and drinks can be bought on site or brought in for events.
Getting to Barangaroo Reserve
Barangaroo Reserve is at Hickson Rd, Barangaroo NSW 2000. The reserve is car-free, so arrive on foot, by bike or by public transport; bicycle parking is provided, and the Wulugul Walk runs through the reserve between Walsh Bay and Darling Harbour. By train, exit Wynyard Station via the Barangaroo exit from Wynyard Walk, follow Hickson Road north, turn left onto Barton Street and right onto Wulugul Walk. By metro, exit Barangaroo station, turn right down Hickson Road and walk about 700 metres along Wulugul Walk.
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- 📍Walsh Bay
- 📍Darling Harbour
- 📍Barangaroo South
- 📍Nawi Cove
Frequently asked questions about Barangaroo Reserve
Can I bring my dog to Barangaroo Reserve?
Yes, dogs are welcome as long as they stay on a lead.
Is there parking at Barangaroo Reserve?
No, the reserve is car-free. On New Year's Eve, driving is not recommended because car parking is limited and major road closures apply from midday.
What are the opening hours for Barangaroo Reserve?
Public spaces are open 24/7 with the gates lit until late, and entry is free.
Is Barangaroo Reserve wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the reserve is wheelchair friendly and welcomes people with access needs.
What events are held at Barangaroo Reserve?
The New Year's Eve vantage point at Nawi Cove holds up to 8,500 people from 11am to 12:01am, with toilets (including accessible ones) and drinking water stations. Other event spaces are the Main Space, which holds 5,000 standing or 2,500 seated, and Walumil Lawns, which holds 7,000 standing.