Every year, on December 31, the fireworks show is put over the Harbour Bridge in Sydney.
The event is held by the City Council and it is considered as the most popular event of the day.
There are some great spots where you can enjoy the show while celebrating the new year.
In this article, we’ve collected some best places where you can enjoy the New Year fireworks show in Sydney.
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Harbour of Light Parade
In the New Year Eve, there are some brightly decorated ships that stay in the harbor.
It is a great idea to get a ticket at one of these ships and enjoy an absolutely magical show.
Even when the fireworks show is completed, the boats light the harbor up and perform some great music shows and entertainments.
Sydney Opera House
Why not enjoy New Year fireworks while staying at one of the most iconic buildings in the city?
Visit the Opera Gala to enjoy the best musical pieces and as soon as the show is finished, you can go looking at the fireworks.
After it, you can enroll in the exclusive Midnight Party.
If you don’t feel like going to the party, you may be interested in visiting NYE Portside Sydney.
Out there, you can have one of the best views of Harbour Bridge.
Observe the fireworks while having a festive dinner with delicious champagne till the morning.
Royal Botanical Garden
The Royal Botanical Garden is a great place to enjoy the New Year Eve fireworks while having a picnic with your family surrounded by 160 acres of beautiful nature.
There are several events held in the garden during the NYE including such options as family-friendly events and all-night celebrations.
Just keep in mind that you need to have a membership if you want to be able to buy a ticket.
Also, you need to arrive at the place beforehand as thousands of people gather there every year.
Taronga Zoo
Every year, the Taringa Zoo organizes an amazing party to celebrate the beginning of the New Year.
It is a perfect place to enjoy the fireworks show in the harbor.
The zoo offers some relaxing and peaceful environment which makes it a perfect destination for families and couples.
All the money received from the tickets’ sales is used for conservation efforts investment.
Just keep in mind that the tickets are sold really quickly so make sure to buy them in advance.
Bangaroo Reserve
Bangaroo is one other perfect spot for observing the NYE fireworks in the Sydney Harbour.
This reserve is not only a perfect viewpoint but a relaxing area with green grass, picnic spots, and picnic baskets on sale.
The fireworks usually start about 9 pm but if you come a little bit earlier, you’ll be able to enjoy some stunning sunset.
Field Day Sydney
Field Day Sydney is one of the most popular New Year’s Day celebrations in the city.
It is held in Domain Park in the city center and about 20 000 people gather there annually and dance all day long.
A whole variety of different energy sets are offered there so you shouldn’t worry about your fatigue, hangover or some other issues, and party all day and night.
You need to buy a ticket that costs from $150-$180.
Just make sure to buy it beforehand if you don’t want to miss your chance.
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