Dog-friendly Sydney
Harbour city with dog-friendly beaches, coastal walks, and outdoor lifestyle
Dog Rules in Sydney
Many parks have off-leash areas during designated hours
Registration and microchip mandatory - register with council
Annual registration: $52 (desexed) to $267 (entire dog)
Must be on leash in public streets and on transport
Scoop waste - fines up to $880
Dog beaches: Rose Bay, Rowland Reserve (off-peak hours)
Off-leash times vary by park - check council signage
Perfect Day in Sydney πΎ
A curated one-day itinerary for exploring Sydney with your furry companion.
π Harbour Sunrise
Begin at Sirius Cove Reserve or Blues Point Reserve for stunning harbour views. These off-leash areas are perfect for morning exercise.
β Bondi to Bronte
Walk the scenic coastal path from Bondi to Bronte. Stop at dog-friendly cafΓ©s in BondiβSydney's cafΓ© culture is very pet-welcoming.
ποΈ Beach Afternoon
Visit Rosebery Dog Park or head to off-leash times at Bronte Beach. Many beaches allow dogs early morning or evening.
π Harbour Bridge Walk
Stroll around Circular Quay and The Rocks area. Many waterfront restaurants have outdoor seating perfect for dogs.
π‘ Pro tip: Always check current dog policies before visiting. Explore 22 dog-friendly places in Sydney above!
Rose Bay Beach
Eastern suburbs beach with morning off-leash hours. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Bicentennial Park
Large parkland with dedicated off-leash areas and water access. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Blackwattle Bay Park
Waterfront dog park in Glebe with harbour and bridge views. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Centennial Park Off-Leash Area
Large off-leash dog park near Sydney's CBD with ponds and open fields. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Federal Park Dog Beach
Popular off-leash dog beach in Manly with swimming area. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Milk Beach Reserve
Secluded harbour beach in Vaucluse with off-leash swimming. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Observatory Hill Park
Historic park with off-leash hours and panoramic city views. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Rushcutters Bay Park
Inner-city park with designated off-leash hours near the harbour. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Sirius Cove Reserve Dog Park
Waterfront off-leash area with harbour views in Mosman. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Sydney Park
Large inner-city park with designated off-leash areas and wetlands. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
McKell Park
Waterfront park in Darling Point.
Newtown Park
Inner-city park with off-leash hours.
Centennial Park
Sydney's largest urban park with off-leash areas.
Hawthorne Canal Reserve
Canal-side off-leash area in Leichhardt.
Marrickville Park
Community park with dedicated dog area.
Queens Park
Quiet park near Centennial.
Gore Hill Oval
North Shore off-leash area.
Bronte Gully
Scenic gully walk to beach.
Enmore Park
Historic park with off-leash times.
Cooper Park
Wooded valley park in the Eastern Suburbs.
Balmoral Oval
Off-leash oval near Balmoral Beach.
Tempe Reserve
Large reserve along Cooks River.