Historic Ruins & Heritage

ANZAC War Memorial

📍 Elizabeth Street (southern end of Hyde Park), Sydney NSW 2000

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Quick Facts

Location: Australia, Sydney
Category: Historic Ruins & Heritage
Duration: About 1 hour
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free entry
Address: Elizabeth Street (southern end of Hyde Park), Sydney NSW 2000
Coordinates: -33.8735, 151.2100

Introduction

The ANZAC War Memorial stands at the southern end of Hyde Park on Elizabeth Street, Sydney, and is one of Australia's most significant war memorials. Designed by architect C. Bruce Dellit and completed in 1934, the building is clad in pink granite in an Art Deco style, with relief carvings and crests representing Australian states adorning its walls, and sculptures by Rayner Hoff integrated throughout. It commemorates the men and women of New South Wales who served in World War I and later conflicts. The building houses a solemn domed Hall of Memory, and an underground exhibition space recounting the experience of service was added in 2018. Entry is free, making it a dignified and architecturally notable landmark in the heart of Sydney.

✨ Highlights

Art Deco architecture

Pink granite facades

The exterior is clad in pink granite engraved with state emblems and war-themed reliefs, crowned by a commemorative statue.

Hall of Memory

A solemn domed memorial hall provides a quiet space for reflection and remembrance.

Underground exhibits

Below the memorial, an underground space recounts New South Wales' wartime history in detail.

Free landmark

Free to visit, the memorial is a key stop when exploring Hyde Park and nearby sights in central Sydney.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere; check local weather and events. For outdoor sites, mornings or late afternoons are often more pleasant.

→Transport：Australia is vast; most attractions suit self-driving or local day tours. For city sites, check public transport timetables in advance.

→Climate & dress：UV is strong; bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, stay hydrated, and beware of insects. Inland areas may have large diurnal temperature swings.

→On site：Follow on-site signs, do not feed or disturb wildlife, protect nature and heritage, and stay on designated trails in national parks.

→Accessibility：Some natural attractions have uneven paths or steps and may challenge those with limited mobility; check accessibility services in advance.

→Transportation：Take a train to St James or Museum station and walk, or walk from central Sydney

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free entry

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily 9am-5pm; closed Christmas Day (25 Dec) and Good Friday. Check official notices for any changes.; admission: Free entry.

• Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

• Respect local culture, wildlife and natural park rules; never feed animals or leave designated trails.

• Plan alongside nearby sights, using self-driving or local day tours to link your route.

FAQ

How much is the admission for ANZAC War Memorial?

Adult: Free; Free entry

Any practical tips for visiting ANZAC War Memorial?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily 9am-5pm; closed Christmas Day (25 Dec) and Good Friday. Check official notices for any changes.; admission: Free entry. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

How long should I spend at ANZAC War Memorial?

A typical visit takes About 1 hour.

This entry is compiled from public Australian and international travel sources. Tickets, opening hours and transport may change; please confirm with official sources on site.