Epic Australia Day Morning Harbour Walk - Town Hall to North Shore ~12km

Details: Join us for a spectacular Australia Day walk around Sydney Harbour! We will cover approximately 12 km in about 3 hours, taking in the city’s best vantage points. Expect paved paths, some stairs (bridge and gardens), and a steady social pace to ensure we finish on time.

We are timing this walk specifically to arrive at the North Shore by 11:50 AM, just in time to catch the famous RAAF Fast Jet Flyover and the end of the Ferrython from under the Harbour Bridge.

Before you RSVP, please read the details below:

• Start: 9:00 AM sharp (please arrive 5-10 minutes early)
• Difficulty: Some stairs, mostly streets - easy/medium for regular walkers,
• Meeting Point: Meet at Outside Gadigal Metro - Starbucks Parkline Place, Park Street.
• Route: The walk will take us through Hyde Park and the Domain to Mrs Macquarie's Chair for the classic harbour view. We’ll follow the seawall through the Botanic Gardens to the Opera House, pass through The Rocks, and cross the Harbour Bridge. We will then take a scenic detour through Wendy’s Secret Garden in Lavender Bay before finishing at Bradfield Park (Milsons Point) for the celebrations. Lunch: We will finish around noon at Bradfield Park. There are cafes nearby, but lines will be long on Australia Day- highly recommend bringing your own lunch/picnic.
• Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.

Important - Please Read:

• What to Bring: Wear proper hiking shoes, bring ample hydration (1+ litres - refill available), snacks/lunch, sunscreen, hat, and weather protection.
• RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
• Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
• Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
• Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
• Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.
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