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Chinese Garden of Friendship

Chinese Garden of Friendship
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Architecture
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Price: $5-$10
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Notes: From the website: "Due to traditional stonework and paving, some parts of the walkway are rocky or uneven. While pathways and pavilions in the lower garden are suitable for wheelchair access and prams, disabled visitors may find stairs and rocky pathways in the higher parts of the garden difficult to access."
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
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Chinese Garden of Friendship

Graceful Chinese-Inspired Gardens


Family Time

Address: Phone:
Pier St
Darling Harbour
Sydney, NSW 2000
+61 (0)2 9281 6863
Fax: +61 (0)2 9281 6334

Description

The Chinese Garden, also known as the Garden of Friendship, was given to the people of Sydney as a Bicentennial Gift from their Chinese Sister city of Guangdong. Built in 1987, it is a place of perfect serenity; an oasis of willows, bamboo, ponds and brooks, ideal as an instant city escape. There is also a teahouse serving refreshments, including green tea and snacks.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9:30am-5pm, daily
Visit Time: 30min-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Central Station then a short walk; Harbourside Monorail Station
Best Modes of Transportation: Train Walking
Parking Availability: Limited
Notes: Parking is available at the Entertainment Centre and Exhibition Centre carparks.


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