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Residents in the North Shore are fortunate to have some of the best vantage points for The New Year’s Eve fireworks. Sydney Observer shares some of our favourite spots to bring in the New Year.
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Blues Point Reserve
Where: Blues Point Rd, McMahons Point
Cost: Adults $40, Children (3-15 years old) $20
This spot is always popular to have a ‘ring-side’ seat to the western side of the Harbour Bridge. Live DJ and dancefloor will be available to help you dance your way into 2019.
Bradfield Park
Where: Alfred St, Milsons Point
Cost: Free
As a popular and free vantage point for the fireworks it’s best to arrive early for this spot. Food will be sold at the park and open till 1am.
Cremorne Point Reserve
Where: Cremorne Point, Cremorne
Cost: Free
This leafy spot opens at 1pm and will have partial views to the fireworks. Food and Drink will be available to purchase at the reserve.
Balls Head Point Reserve
Where: Balls Head Drive, Waverton
Cost: Free
This peaceful spot is hidden in the bush and looks out across the Harbour. Some of the bush tracks can be steep but well worth it for the view.
Carradah Park
Where: Larkin Drive, Waverton:
Cost: Free
The perfect spot to have a family picnic and watch the fireworks. The park has partial views of the harbour and is often full by afternoon.
Observatory Hill Park
Where: Upper Fort St, Millers Point
Cost: Free
Find a spot on the grass to take in the view! Be mindful that some of the large trees will block the view so it is best to get in early when it opens at 12pm.
Taronga Zoo
Where: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman
Cost: Silver Reserve Adults $200, Concession $180, Children $110, Families (2+2) $558
Fancy a visit to the zoo before you start over new? After a family day at the zoo you can take in the fireworks with a glass of bubbly, live entertainment and an amazing firework display.
