Accessibility information

Pedestrian Route

• From Barangaroo: Follow the Vivid Light Walk along Argyle Street. It will take about 19 minutes.
• From Martin Place: Follow the Vivid Light Walk through Martin Place, then travel along Phillip Street. It will take about 14 minutes.

Train

• Monday – Thursday: You can take the train directly to Circular Quay. When you exit you can turn left to go towards Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, or you can turn right to go towards the Sydney Opera House.
• On Saturday nights, between 6pm-11pm: Trains will not drop off passengers at Circular Quay station. Please use Wynyard station and continue your journey to Circular Quay on George Street. It will take about 8 minutes.
• Sunday 8 June, between 6pm-11pm: Trains will not drop off passengers at Circular Quay station. Please use Wynyard station and continue your journey to Circular Quay on George Street. It will take about 8 minutes.

Metro

• Light Walk through Martin Place and use Phillip Street to travel towards Circular Quay. It will take you about 14 minutes.
• From Barangaroo: You can take the Metro to Barangaroo. From here you can exit the station and travel towards the water following the Light Walk along Wulugul Walk, then turn right onto Boot Boot Path to get to Stargazer Lawn. Continue following the Vivid Light Walk along Argyle Street to get to The Rocks. It will take you about 20 minutes.

Light Rail

• Monday – Thursday: You can catch the light rail directly to Circular Quay using the L2 Randwick service and L3 Kingsford service. These services stop at Central Station and run through the heart of Sydney CBD along George Street.
• Friday’s from 6pm and Saturday-Sunday from 5pm: The light rail won’t go to Circular Quay. Instead, you will need to get off at Town Hall and travel along George Street to Circular Quay. It will take about 20 minutes.

Bus

• Monday – Thursday: Buses run regularly to and from the city. Please visit the Transport NSW Trip Planner for more information.
• Friday nights from 6pm and Saturday-Sunday from 5pm: Buses stop at Martin Place instead of Circular Quay due to road closures. You can follow the Vivid Light Walk through Martin Place then travel along Phillip Street to get to Circular Quay. It will take about 14 minutes.

Ferry

• You can catch the ferry directly to Circular Quay. Ferries are a very popular way to get around the city and will be very busy during Vivid Sydney, particularly on weekends when larger crowds are expected.
• From Barangaroo: You can catch the F3 and F4 ferry from Barangaroo Wharf 2 to Circular Quay. This will take about 27 minutes.
• From Darling Harbour: You can catch the F4 ferry from Pyrmont Bay Wharf to Circular Quay. This will take about 35 minutes.

Passengers will need to get off the ferry once it reaches its final stop. You won’t be able to stay on the ferry and take the return trip. This is to make sure that everyone gets the chance to catch the ferry.  For more information on ferry services and alternative transport options during Vivid Sydney visit transportnsw.info.

Pedestrian Route

• From Circular Quay: Follow the Vivid Light Walk along Argyle Street. It will take about 19 minutes.
• From Cockle Bay: Travel along the harbourside promenade passing King Street Wharf. It will take about 18 minutes.

Train

The closest station to Barangaroo is Wynyard. From the station, take the underground Wynyard Walk tunnel and Sussex Street Bridge to reach the Barangaroo precinct.

Metro

You can catch the metro directly to Barangaroo. When you exit the station head towards the waterfront. Follow the Vivid Light Walk along Wulugul Walk and take Boot Boot path to reach Stargazer Lawn, which will be approximately 10 minutes.

Bus

Friday-Sunday & Monday 9 June: Some buses on Argyle Place and Dalgety Road are moved to Hickson Road. You can travel along Hickson Road to Towns Place and follow the Vivid Light Walk through Barangaroo Reserve. This will take about 14 minutes.

Ferry

• From Circular Quay: You can catch the F3 and F4 ferry from Circular Quay to Barangaroo Wharf 2. This will take about 27 minutes. Once you exit the wharf you can travel along the boardwalk past Crown Sydney, follow the path into Barangaroo Reserve. It will take about 10 minutes.
• From Darling Harbour: You can catch the F4 ferry from Pyrmont Bay Wharf to Barangaroo Wharf 2. This will take about 10 minutes. Once you exit the wharf you can travel along the boardwalk past Crown Sydney, follow the path into Barangaroo Reserve. It will take about 10 minutes.

Pedestrian Route

• From Barangaroo: You can travel along the harbourside promenade passing King St Wharf. It will take about 18 minutes.
• From The Goods Line: Follow the Vivid Light Walk through The Goods Line then cross the road at Hay Street and turn left into Tumbalong Boulevard. It will take me about 8 minutes.
• From Martin Place: You can travel along George Street, then turn right onto King Street. Continue straight and use the pedestrian bridge with lift over the Western Distributor and follow signs to Darling Harbour. It will take about 10 minutes.

Train

Take the train to Town Hall Station and exit south into Bathurst Street. A downhill pathway will take you directly to Darling Quarter and Tumbalong Park.

Metro

Take the Metro to Gadigal Station and continue your path of travel via the Bathurst Street exit. A downhill pathway will take you directly to Darling Quarter and Tumbalong Park.

Light Rail

You can catch the light rail to Darling Harbour using the L1 Dulwich Hill Line. Alight at:

• Exhibition Centre for Tumbalong Park and the ICC Sydney Exhibition halls.
• Convention for the ICC Sydney Convention Centre and Cockle Bay.
• Pyrmont Bay for the Australian National Maritime Museum and Pyrmont Bay Park.

Ferry

• From Circular Quay: You can catch the F4 ferry to Pyrmont Bay Wharf. It will take about 28 minutes.
• From Barangaroo: You can catch the F4 Ferry to Pyrmont Bay Wharf. It will take about 10 minutes.

Pedestrian Route

From Darling Harbour: Follow the Light Walk on Tumbalong Boulevard and turn right onto Hay Street and take the ramp or stairs up to The Goods Line. It will take about 8 minutes.

Train

You can catch the train to Central Station. Exit via the South Concourse and walk through the Devonshire Street Tunnel. At the tunnel exit, turn right and walk along Lee Street, then continue onto The Goods Line. It will take about 10 minutes.

Light Rail

Catch the L1 Dulwich Hill light rail to Central Station. Exit via the South Concourse and walk through the Devonshire Street Tunnel. At the tunnel exit, turn right and walk along Lee Street, then continue onto The Goods Line. It will take about 10 minutes.

Bus

There are lots of nearby bus stops, including:

• Powerhouse Museum, Harris St: 1-2 minute path of travel, located right next to the Powerhouse Museum for quick access.
• Harris St before Broadway: 3-5 minute path of travel, serving multiple routes to the CBD and Inner West.
• Railway Square: 5-7 minute path of travel, this major bus hub is located near Central Station with many connections

Pedestrian Route

From Circular Quay: Follow the Light Walk through Circular Quay to Phillip Street. Continue on Phillip Street to Martin Place. It will take about 19 minutes.

Train

You can take the train directly to Martin Place, then exit to street level using the escalator or lift and you’ll be at Martin Place. It’s directly above the station.

• From Circular Quay: You can take the train from Circular Quay to Martin Place. It will take about 10 minutes.
• From Wynard: You can take the train to Wynyard. Exit on York Street and travel south until you can turn left on Wynyard Street, then turn right on George Street. Travel along George Street towards the intersection of Martin Place. It will take about 10 minutes.

Metro

You can take the Metro directly to Martin Place. Follow directional signage to the Martin Place exit via the escalators or the lifts to reach street level. Once you're outside, you'll be directly on Martin Place. It will take about 2 minutes.

From Barangaroo: Follow the Vivid Light Walk through Barangaroo towards Barangaroo Station. You can take the Metro to Martin Place. It will take about 9 minutes on the Metro.

Light Rail

• Monday – Thursday from Circular Quay or Central Station: you can catch the Light Rail to Wynyard, then travel along George Street towards the intersection of Martin Place.
• Friday’s from 6pm: The light rail will truncate at Town Hall. You will need to get off at Town Hall and travel along George Street to Martin Place. It will take about 10 minutes.
• Saturday and Sunday from 5pm: The light rail will truncate at Town Hall. You will need to get off at Town Hall and travel along George Street to Martin Place. It will take about 10 minutes.

Bus

Regular buses make stops at Martin Place on Elizabeth Street, or nearby at Wynyard Station which will take you about 5 minutes to get to Martin Place.

Some car parks will be closed during Vivid Sydney until the NSW Police Force reopens all roads. It is an offence to drive on a closed road and penalties will apply. NSW Police will monitor roads and carparks to ensure public safety while closures are in place.

View car parks operating during Vivid Sydney > 

Vivid Sydney assists guests with accessibility requirements to get to Vivid Sydney by offering bookable and complimentary accessible minibus parking.

As there are limited spots available, bookings must be made in advance via the link below, and a Vivid Sydney representative will contact you via email to confirm the booking and advise further details.

Apply now for Minibus Accessible Parking >

Major road closures and parking restrictions will be in place from 3pm each evening and most roads will remain closed until 1am.

For real-time updates on traffic conditions and road closures during Vivid Sydney visit the Live Traffic NSW website, or follow @LiveTrafficSyd on X and Live Traffic NSW Facebook.

View the Vivid Sydney Road Closure map > (Coming soon!)

Special event clearway parking restrictions will be in effect from 3pm each evening from Friday 23 May to Saturday 14 June on various key roads. 

Clearways are strict no-parking zones for all vehicles and motorcycle types and also apply to local residents and businesses with parking permits or Transport for NSW mobility scheme parking permits. Vehicles left in special event clearways will be towed and a fee applies. If your car is towed, call 132 701 to find its new location. 

View Transport for NSW Vivid Sydney 2025 interactive map detailing road closures around Sydney.

Wheelchair Book & Ride is a centralised service for booking wheelchair-accessible taxis in Sydney, ensuring better availability for those unable to use public transport. All accessible taxis are part of this network. 

Book online or call 139 000, available 24/7.

Sydney Opera House operates a free shuttle bus service for elderly and less-mobile patrons. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. The bus runs between Circular Quay, with pick-up opposite Wharf 2 on Phillip Street and drop-off is at the Opera House site entry. This service will run before and after major performances during Vivid Sydney. During the day an alternate buggy service is available from site entry at the bottom of Macquarie Street. The buggy is wheelchair accessible.

Please contact the Box Office on 02 9250 7777 to confirm operating hours for the shuttle bus and buggy service.

Vivid Sydney will have six information booths staffed by volunteers ready to assist visitors. They can guide you to online festival maps, program details and offer tips on the best vantage points, visit times and more to enhance your experience.

Information booth locations include:

1. West Circular Quay, corner of Alfred St and George St
2. Tumbalong Blvd
3. Barangaroo Reserve, Stargazer Lawn
4. The Goods Line
5. Martin Place
6. Central Station Grand Concourse

Drinking fountains are available throughout the Light Walk, providing convenient refill stations for your reusable water bottle.

• Circular Quay West, under the Cahill Expressway
• Barangaroo Reserve
• Darling Square
• Hickson Road Reserve
• Overseas Passenger Terminal
• Palm Grove, Darling Harbour
• Tumbalong Park
• The Goods Line

Accessible toilets are available at key locations along the Vivid Light Walk:

Circular Quay and The Rocks

• Hickson Rd, near Hickson Road Reserve
• Circular Quay, near the Overseas Passenger Terminal
• Circular Quay East, under the Cahill Expressway
• Circular Quay West, under the Cahill Expressway
• Circular Quay Railway Station

Barangaroo

• Barangaroo Reserve, The Pumphouse
• Barangaroo Reserve, Stargazer Lawn
• Barangaroo Metro

Darling Harbour

• Darling Harbour, near Palm Grove
• Tumbalong Park

The Goods Line

• Central Station Grand Concourse
• The Goods Line South
• Martin Place Station

Changing places facilities (fully accessible toilets) are available at key locations along the Vivid Light Walk.

• Circular Quay West, under the Cahill Expressway
• Tumbalong Park

Vivid Sydney will have two quiet spaces staffed by volunteers ready to assist visitors. This is a dedicated area to provide a calm and comfortable retreat for visitors who may feel overwhelmed by crowds, noise, or sensory stimulation. These are located:

• West Circular Quay, corner of Alfred St and George St
• Tumbalong Blvd