Square & Landmark

The Pool of Reflections

📍 Hyde Park, between College and Park Streets, next to the Anzac Memorial, Sydney

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Quick Facts

Location: Australia, Sydney
Category: Square & Landmark
Duration: About 0.5-1 hour
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours (outdoor water feature)
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: Hyde Park, between College and Park Streets, next to the Anzac Memorial, Sydney
Coordinates: -33.8725, 151.2100

Introduction

The Pool of Reflections sits at the southern end of Sydney's Hyde Park, in front of the Anzac Memorial. It is a solemn water feature honouring the Anzac soldiers who fell in the First World War. The pool faces the steps of the memorial and rows of permanently flown flagpoles; its calm, mirror-like surface reflects the memorial building and surrounding trees at certain times of day. It was refurbished in 1992 with a waterproof membrane, and the paving, steps and podium around the memorial were relaid. Early morning and dusk offer the most striking reflections, making it a quiet, reflective corner of the park.

✨ Highlights

Anzac memorial

Faces the Anzac Memorial and honours the Anzac soldiers who died in the First World War; the monument was sanctioned in 1929.

Mirrored reflections

The calm water reflects the memorial and surrounding trees at certain light conditions.

Historic refurbishment

Fitted with a waterproof membrane and repaved in 1992 and remains well preserved.

Permanent flagpoles

Two rows of flagpoles between the pool and the memorial steps are used for formal Anzac Day ceremonies.

Park exploration

Located at the southern end of Hyde Park, within easy reach of the park's lawns and nearby sights.

🛈 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.

→Opening Hours：Open 24 hours (outdoor water feature)

→Transportation：Walk from St James or Museum railway stations, or on foot from the Sydney CBD

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours (outdoor water feature); admission: Free.

• 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

What are the opening hours of The Pool of Reflections?

Open 24 hours (outdoor water feature)

How much is the admission for The Pool of Reflections?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting The Pool of Reflections?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours (outdoor water feature); admission: Free. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

How long should I spend at The Pool of Reflections?

A typical visit takes About 0.5-1 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.