The secret spots to watch fireworks Sydney New Year’s Eve

Soon the champagne will be popping, midnight kisses will be exchanged and resolutions will be made. In Sydney, New Year’s Eve often means finding the best spot possible to watch the impressive fireworks display the city puts on every year.

But with so many people and a series of expensive events put on by countless bars in town, it can be hard to find a vantage point with a great view and few people. Here are some of the best-kept secret spots when it comes to watching the fireworks light up the night sky.

The New Year is coming fast which means it is time for people to celebrate and in Sydney, New Year’s Eve often means finding the best spot possible to watch the fireworks (pictured)

BALLS HEAD RESERVE, WAVERTON 

Balls Head Reserve is a picturesque bushland oasis hidden in Sydney suburbia with amazing views over Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge. People often come here for beautiful walks through the perfectly cultivated wilderness.

It is thought that Balls Head Reserve was a site where men came to perform sacred corroborees to honor their ancestors of the Dreamtime.

Balls Head Reserve (pictured) is a picturesque bushland oasis hidden in Sydney suburbia with amazing views over Sydney harbour

This reserve contains many Aboriginal sites including archaeological deposits, art sites, and rock engravings. It is home to a few picnic tables, one or two BBQs, and a small toilet block – but the surrounding shops are limited so it’s best to pack your own food and drinks.

The area isn’t as popular as Circular Quay and Milson’s Point so there are fewer people, however as the night progresses, more and more people tend to flow in so it is also recommended that you get there early to claim a spot.

People often come here for beautiful walks through the perfectly cultivated wilderness, but it also makes the perfect spot to bring in the new year

People often come here for beautiful walks through the perfectly cultivated wilderness, but it also makes the perfect spot to bring in the new year

It is home to a few picnic tables, one or two BBQs and a small toilet block - but the surrounding shops are limited so it's best to pack your own food and drinks (pictured: Balls Head Reserve)

It is home to a few picnic tables, one or two BBQs, and a small toilet block – but the surrounding shops are limited so it’s best to pack your own food and drinks (pictured: Balls Head Reserve)

BIRCHGROVE PARK, BIRCHGROVE

Birchgrove Park has been a favourite for locals for many years and is a great place for young families.

Located in Sydney’s vibrant inner-west and just a stroll from Balmain, this location has plenty of vantage points from which to enjoy Sydney’s world-famous light display.

Revelers are lucky enough to have a direct view of the western side of the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour. You’ll have to plan ahead if you want to get a prime spot in the park but latecomers will still find a great spot as there is ample space for a crowd.

While the view isn’t as grand as direct from Sydney Harbour, you can still experience a great New Year’s Eve for much less cost and hassle.

Located in Sydney's vibrant inner-west and just a stroll from Balmain, Birchgrove Park has plenty of vantage points from which to enjoy Sydney's world-famous lights (stock image)

Located in Sydney’s vibrant inner-west and just a stroll from Balmain, Birchgrove Park has plenty of vantage points from which to enjoy Sydney’s world-famous lights (stock image)

Birchgrove Park has been a favourite for locals for many years and is a great place for young families (pictured)

ST LEONARD’S PARK, NORTH SYDNEY

St Leonard’s Park is one of North Sydney’s largest and most-loved parks, with its distinctive Victorian landscape and its rich history and heritage. This space is a great hidden gem when it comes to watching the fireworks. Set beneath the branches of beautiful fig trees, it is a beautiful part of Sydney.

There is ample free parking and it also has barbecues and toilets nearby so is ideal if you want to set yourself up for the night. Although they aren’t the best views when it comes to watching the light show you are still able to see the whole Harbour Bridge and you’re able to avoid the big crowds.

St Leonard's Park is one of North Sydney's largest and most-loved parks, with its distinctive Victorian landscape and its rich history and heritage (pictured)

St Leonard’s Park is one of North Sydney’s largest and most-loved parks, with its distinctive Victorian landscape and its rich history and heritage (pictured)

This space is a great hidden gem when it comes to watching the fireworks. Set beneath the branches of beautiful fig trees, it is a beautiful part of Sydney (pictured)

SYDNEY PARK, ST PETERS 

St Peters might be far from the action, but the tip of the hill has vast panoramic views of the entire city and is growing steadily more popular every year.

The park is in the middle of the inner-west buzz but seems to be miles away, with its 40 hectares of lush grass, landscaped gardens, rolling hills, and meandering pathways.

It’s the perfect place to spread out your blanket and settle yourself in for the night away from the heaving crowds while still being able to see the spectacular fireworks light up the night sky.

Barbecue facilities are near the children’s bike track and near the wetlands, and public toilets are also available.

St Peters might be far from the action, but the tip of the hill has vast panoramic views of the entire city

ROBERTSON PARK, WATSONS BAY

Robertson’s Park is another hidden gem that only locals know about when it comes to a superb location for New Year’s Eve.  The city is almost a speck in the distance, but that won’t matter with the spectacular panoramic views.

Although the views of the bridge are limited, it doesn’t mean you won’t be able to see the fireworks themselves. It is an ideal spot to bring your picnic blanket and picnic basket and there are accessible toilets available.

There is on-street parking but this is a popular area and parking can sometimes be at a premium. You might have better luck catching a bus or hunting around the backstreets nearby for something better.

Although the views of the bridge are limited, it doesn't mean if you're at Watsons Bay (pictured) you won't be able to see the fireworks themselves 

Although the views of the bridge are limited, it doesn’t mean if you’re at Watsons Bay (pictured) you won’t be able to see the fireworks themselves

Robertson's Park is another hidden gem that only locals know about when it comes to a superb location for New Year's Eve (pictured)

PYRMONT BAY PARK, PYRMONT

Pyrmont Bay Park is an underrated vantage point boasting terrific views a hop skip and a jump away from the chaos of the Quay.

Located between the Australian National Maritime Museum and The Star, this park has limited views of fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and although you won’t get the world’s best view, you will have some room to move.

Entry is free and capacity is generally not reached until very late in the evening, if at all.

Pyrmont Bay Park is an underrated vantage point boasting terrific views a hop skip and a jump away from the chaos of the Quay (pictured)

Pyrmont Bay Park is an underrated vantage point boasting terrific views a hop skip and a jump away from the chaos of the Quay (pictured)

Located between the Australian National Maritime Museum and The Star, this park has limited views of fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Located between the Australian National Maritime Museum and The Star, this park has limited views of fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge

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