Nielsen Park
Nielsen Park is a harbourside park at Greycliffe Avenue in Vaucluse, on Sydney Harbour. Its standout feature is Shark Beach, a swimming beach with a swimming enclosure, alongside three large sheltered picnic areas, a cafe and a 3.6km foreshore walking track.
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About Nielsen Park
Shark Beach and Swimming at Nielsen Park
Shark Beach is the harbour beach at Nielsen Park, and it is open for swimming. Nielsen Park has a swimming enclosure beside the beach, so swimmers can use the water inside it. An accessible ramp leads down to Shark Beach from the sandstone building that holds the accessible toilets. Kayaking access is also available from the park, so Nielsen Park suits paddlers as well as swimmers.
Picnic Areas and Lawns at Nielsen Park
Nielsen Park has three large, sheltered picnic areas set across expansive lawns. Shaded grassy areas sit under large trees, including a shady fig tree, and the park has park benches, picnic tables and shade areas. Visitors can enjoy outstanding views of Sydney Harbour from the park. Nielsen Park also has a kiosk, The Nielsen cafe, which serves coffee and ice cream.
Foreshore Walking Track at Nielsen Park
The Hermitage Foreshore track is a 3.6km return walk at Nielsen Park. The scenic foreshore walking track gives visitors a way to see the harbour on foot. Nielsen Park also has historic fortifications, and a Greycliffe House and Nielsen Park heritage tour covers the mid-1800s history of Greycliffe House.
Facilities at Nielsen Park
Visitor tips for Nielsen Park
- ✓Check the Beachwatch water quality forecast before swimming at Shark Beach.
- ✓Cover food to keep birds away, and do not feed birds or wildlife, as fines apply.
Getting to Nielsen Park
Nielsen Park is on Greycliffe Avenue, Vaucluse NSW 2030. Parking is on Greycliffe Avenue, with four designated accessible spots.
Open in Google Maps →Nearby Vaucluse
- 📍Bottle and Glass Point
- 📍Shakespeares Point
- 📍Greycliffe House
Frequently asked questions about Nielsen Park
Can I take my dog to Nielsen Park?
No. Dogs are prohibited in the park at all times.
Are there toilets at Nielsen Park?
Yes. Public toilets and showers are available, and accessible toilets sit behind the ramp down to Shark Beach.
Is there parking at Nielsen Park?
Parking is on Greycliffe Avenue, including four designated accessible spots.
Can I have a barbecue at Nielsen Park?
Wood barbecues are banned in the park at all times.
Do I need to book a picnic area at Nielsen Park?
Groups of more than 20 people must book in advance by phoning 02 9337 5511 on weekdays from 9am to 5pm.