Hyde Park Obelisk, Sydney

Name: Hyde Park Obelisk
Address: Sydney, Australia

#143 among attractions in Sydney

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The Hyde Park Obelisk is a heritage-listed obelisk that served as a sewer vent and is now a monument located in Hyde Park at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Bathurst Street, in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was designed and built by the NSW Department of Public Works. It is also known as The Obelisk and Obelisk Sewer Vent. It is also jokingly referred to as Thornton's Scent Bottle. The obelisk is owned by Sydney Water, an agency of the Government of New South Wales. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 15 November 2002. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1857 (167 years ago)Height: 72 ftCoordinates: 33°52'29"S, 151°12'36"E

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Central Business District (Hyde Park)Sydney Australia

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Hyde Park Obelisk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hyde Park, Australian Museum, Queen Victoria Building, Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre.

~1060 ftN
Australia's oldest public parkland
Hyde Park, Sydney
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Hyde Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape, offering a tranquil retreat for city dwellers and tourists alike. As the oldest public parkland in Australia, it spans across 16 hectares and boasts a rich history dating...
~910 ftE
Museum, Natural history museum
Australian Museum, Sydney
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, the Australian Museum stands as a distinguished beacon of culture and history. Established in 1827, it boasts the title of the oldest museum in Australia, serving as a custodian of the nation's rich and diverse heritage.
~1420 ftNW
Landmark 19th-century shopping centre
Queen Victoria Building, Sydney
7 min walk • The Queen Victoria Building, commonly known as the QVB, stands as a grand Victorian structure in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This timeless monument, completed in 1898, was designed by architect George McRae to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
~630 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre, Sydney
4 min walk • Tucked within the heart of Sydney, the Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre stands as a testament to the city's commitment to healthy living and community engagement. Known for its state-of-the-art facilities, this sport venue offers locals and visitors...
~470 ftSE
Iconic national tribute to the military
ANZAC Memorial, Sydney
3 min walk • The ANZAC Memorial, situated in the heart of Sydney, Australia, stands as a solemn tribute to the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served in World War I. This revered site is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the servicemen and women during...
~1290 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
World Square, Sydney
7 min walk • World Square is a large shopping centre and urban development in the Sydney Central Business District. It fills an entire Sydney city block, bounded by George, Liverpool, Pitt and Goulburn Streets, on what was a small hill called Brickfield Hill.
~1240 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Andrew's Cathedral, Sydney
6 min walk • St Andrew's Cathedral stands as a spiritual and architectural landmark in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This Gothic Revival structure, consecrated in 1868, is not only the oldest cathedral in Australia but also a testament to the city's colonial history and religious...
~1010 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Galeries, Sydney
5 min walk • The Galeries is a shopping centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was formerly known as The Galeries Victoria until renamed in early 2013.
~1330 ftNW
Victorian civic centre with ornate decor
Sydney Town Hall, Sydney
7 min walk • The Sydney Town Hall is a late 19th-century heritage-listed town hall building in the city of Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales, Australia, housing the chambers of the Lord Mayor of Sydney, council offices, and venues for meetings and functions.
~760 ftN
Synagogue, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue, Sydney
4 min walk • The Great Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation located in a large heritage-listed synagogue at 187a Elizabeth Street in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~880 ftSE
Memorial
Emden Gun, Sydney
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hyde Park Obelisk?

Nearby attractions include Greenland Centre, Sydney (3 min walk), ANZAC Memorial, Sydney (3 min walk), Pitt Street Uniting Church, Sydney (4 min walk), Great Synagogue, Sydney (4 min walk).

How to get to Hyde Park Obelisk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hyde Park Obelisk:

Bus

Museum Station, Elizabeth St, Stand D • Lines: 302, 303, 431 (1 min walk)
Castlereagh St before Bathurst St • Lines: 431 (2 min walk)

Train

Museum (3 min walk)
Town Hall (6 min walk)

Light rail

Town Hall • Lines: L2, L3 (5 min walk)
Qvb • Lines: L2, L3 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Pyrmont Bay Wharf • Lines: F4, Ferry (21 min walk)
Darling Harbour Wharf 1 (21 min walk)