Discovering Sydney's Own Backyard
Centennial Park can be found sprawling over more than 190 hectares of undulating urban landscape. Probably Australia’s most historic park and certainly the peoples favourite. A great place to visit for a day out!This piece of natural parkland is only minutes from the centre of Sydney is wonderful place that draws all sorts of appreciative crowds.
a beautiful day among the trees
Look Around The Park Its very rarely crowded because of the extended area that it enjoys although many people use these grounds on a daily basis. Everyone from regular cyclists and keep fit walkers and joggers to horse riders, picnickers and those who just desire some peace and serenity come here to enjoy what this place has to offer. If you just want to spend some time with family there are picnic areas with barbecues for that midday lunch or summer dinner. The kids will love the ponds and native birds plus all the room to run around. 
you might even do some horse riding?

The Equestrian Center provides unique experiences supplying lessons, rides, stabling and agistment to many locals and visitors. Horse riding is just one of the many activities to be had inside the park. To find out more click here

Walks
If you prefer wander around there is no shortage of walking tracks. There is even a guided walking tour of Sydney’s historic underground drinking water supply, aptly named Busby’s Bore after the engineer John Busby who drove the bore to carry water from a nearby swamp to Hyde Park as part of Sydney’s water supply. You could also try the Lachlan Swamp walk, it'll take about 45mins
DID YOU KNOW? - There are many many parks that make up Centennial Parklands
- The Federation Pavilion marks the declaration of federation declared January 1st, 1901.
- There are over 100 events held throughout the parklands annually
- Most of these events are for charity
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- There are over 16,000 trees in the park
- Over 60% of the trees will need replacing over the next 40 years
- You can become a friend of Centennial Parklands by purchasing a subscription
- There are some great bird watching areas
Would you like to know more about this beautiful park?click here
EXPLORE DISCOVER ENJOY!
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