New Farm Park, Brisbane

New Farm Park, Brisbane

New Farm Park, located at 137 Sydney Street in New Farm, Brisbane, is a well-preserved public park with historical significance. It was skillfully designed by Albert Herbert Foster and constructed between 1914 and 1950 by Gladwin Legge & Company. This park was officially recognized for its heritage value and added to the Queensland Heritage Register on February 7, 2005.

Spanning an area of 15 hectares (equivalent to 37 acres), the park occupies the southeastern tip of the New Farm peninsula along a bend in the Brisbane River. It encompasses the New Farm Park ferry wharf and provides access to the Brisbane Riverwalk, which stretches from Newstead to Toowong. New Farm Park is highly regarded as one of Brisbane's premier parklands and is a favored destination for tourists.

New Farm Park holds the distinction of being one of the oldest, most majestic, and largest parks in Brisbane, drawing more than 18,000 visitors from across the globe every week. It is equally beloved by local families, thanks to its various amusements that can captivate young ones all day long.

For many people, New Farm Park holds cherished family memories, serving as the backdrop for numerous special moments, both big and small. The park has been the venue for countless weddings, birthdays, baby showers, and engagements, whether on its sprawling green lawns, within the charming rotunda, or amidst the beautiful rose gardens. Equally significant are the hours families spend bonding over activities like playground adventures, soccer matches, cricket games, or leisurely strolls along the riverwalk.

Adjacent to New Farm Park, the historic Brisbane Powerhouse is another noteworthy attraction. It hosts live arts performances, weekend farmers markets, and seasonal moonlight cinema screenings, making it a must-visit destination for visitors and locals alike.

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Sight Name: New Farm Park
Sight Location: Brisbane, Australia (See walking tours in Brisbane)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor

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