Prince Alfred Park
Prince Alfred Park is a 7.5-hectare park in Surry Hills beside Central station, with an off-leash dog area in its central grass and woodland as its most notable feature. The park also has two playgrounds, a 50-metre outdoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, fitness stations and barbecue areas.
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About Prince Alfred Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Prince Alfred Park
Prince Alfred Park has an off-leash dog area in its central grass and woodland, where dogs may run off-leash at all times. The zone is bounded by the aquatic centre to the north, a native meadow to the south, the main shared path to the west and the park boundary to the east. Dogs are excluded from the playgrounds, sports courts, swimming pool, barbecue areas and fitness stations, and must stay on a leash outside the zone. The council provides dog litter bag dispensers at its off-leash parks.
Playgrounds at Prince Alfred Park
Prince Alfred Park has two playgrounds, including an enclosed toddlers' playground for younger children. A mini park at the entrance has a wooden boat and an elephant-shaped slide, and the play areas also include a big wide slide, swings and a see-saw. The play equipment is modern and the grounds are well maintained. A rainbow footpath, a highlight for families, leads to Equality Green.
Sports, Fitness and Swimming Pool at Prince Alfred Park
Prince Alfred Park has five tennis courts, two basketball courts and one half-court, and its open lawns suit informal football. Fitness stations, including adult fitness areas, are spread across the park. The park also contains a heated, Olympic-sized 50-metre outdoor pool with eight lanes for lap swimming. The pool opens from 6am to 8pm Monday to Sunday and from 7am to 7pm on public holidays, and it closes on Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Facilities at Prince Alfred Park
Visitor tips for Prince Alfred Park
- ✓Bring water for your dog, because the park has limited water sources.
- ✓Arrive earlier on weekend afternoons to find space on the grass.
- ✓Pack sunscreen and a hat, as shade shifts across the lawns at midday.
- ✓After dark, use the main well-lit roads instead of walking through the park.
Getting to Prince Alfred Park
Prince Alfred Park is on Chalmers Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, next to Central station, with Cleveland Street on its southern edge and the main suburban rail line to the west. Trains and light rail serve the area, and the walk across the park from the station is short. Limited on-street metered parking is available on Chalmers Street and surrounding streets near the pool. Bicycle parking is provided, and a bike path runs through the park.
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Frequently asked questions about Prince Alfred Park
Can dogs go off-leash at Prince Alfred Park?
Yes, dogs can run off-leash at any time in the central grass and woodland, but they must be leashed elsewhere and are not allowed in the playgrounds, pool or barbecue areas.
Are there toilets at Prince Alfred Park?
Yes, public toilets are located near the pool entrance.
Does Prince Alfred Park have a playground?
Yes, it has two playgrounds, one of them an enclosed playground for toddlers, plus a mini park at the entrance with an elephant-shaped slide.
Where can I park near Prince Alfred Park?
Parking is limited to metered on-street spaces on Chalmers Street and nearby, while Central station sits beside the park for train and light rail arrivals.
Is Prince Alfred Park wheelchair accessible?
Yes, its paths are wheelchair friendly, and the wide paths also suit prams and scooters.