Luna Park Sydney 2026: Tickets, Rides & Visitor Guide
Luna Park Sydney 2026 visitor guide: free park entry, Unlimited Rides Pass, the new Big Dipper roller coaster, opening hours, NYE Harbour Party and family tips.
Luna Park Sydney is the city’s heritage-listed harbourside amusement park — one of only two operating Luna Parks in the world (the other is in Melbourne). It has been welcoming visitors through its clown-face entrance at Milsons Point since 1935, and a fleet of nine new rides (including three roller coasters) was added in 2021. The Sydney Harbour Bridge silhouettes behind every photograph, and lunaparksydney.com carries the current entry and ride-pass details. This complete Luna Park Sydney guide covers tickets, rides, opening hours, dining, accessibility, the Big Top concert venue, and how to plan a half-day or full-day visit with kids.
Luna Park Sydney at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point, NSW |
| Park entry | Free |
| Unlimited Rides Pass (adult) | From AU$65 |
| Unlimited Rides Pass (child) | From AU$55 |
| Family pass (2A + 2K) | From AU$215 |
| Opening hours | Selected days and school holidays; times vary (see the park’s calendar) |
| Total rides (2021 redev) | 9 new rides + classic heritage rides |
| Star coaster | Big Dipper (Australia’s first single-rail Intamin Hot Racer) |
| Heritage features | Iconic clown-face entrance (a park feature since the 1935 opening) |
| Harbour view | Among the best in Sydney |
About Luna Park Sydney
Luna Park Sydney opened on 4 October 1935, in the years between the Sydney Harbour Bridge’s construction and World War II. The site has had a complicated history — closed multiple times after fires, redevelopment proposals, and most recently from January to October 2021. That 2021 redevelopment introduced nine new rides under a AU$30M investment, including the spectacular Big Dipper (Australia’s first single-rail Intamin Hot Racer roller coaster), which opened on 26 December 2021.
The park is heritage-listed: the iconic clown-face entrance, the Crystal Palace, the Coney Island fun house and the Big Top concert venue are all protected.
Luna Park Sydney rides
Roller coasters (4)
Big Dipper — Australia’s first single-rail Intamin Hot Racer roller coaster (opened December 2021). Top speed 72 km/h, height 25 metres. The headline thrill ride. Riders must be at least 132 cm (maximum 192 cm) and ride alone.
Boomerang — Gerstlauer family shuttle coaster. Height limits apply; the ride’s page on the park’s website lists them.
Little Nipper — Preston & Barbieri mini coaster designed for younger kids. Riders from 106 cm to 132 cm need an adult (18+) with them; from 132 cm they can ride alone.
Wild Mouse — The fourth coaster, back since March 2025 after a rebuild and restoration; you’ll find it with the family rides below.
Thrill rides
- Hair Raiser — 50-metre drop tower with harbour views
- Volaré — Preston & Barbieri wave swinger
- Atmosfear — Vertical-plummet drop tower
- Cloud Nine — Modern parkour scrambler
Family rides
- Freaky Frogs — Vertical jumping ride for younger kids
- The Big Wheel — Heritage 1930s Ferris wheel with the most photographed view in Sydney
- Carousel — Heritage carousel
- Wild Mouse — Heritage coaster, reopened in March 2025 after an extensive rebuild and restoration
- Loopy Lighthouse — Spinning teacups
- Tumble Bug — Mid-tier rotating thrill ride
- Rotor — Heritage 1930s spinning room
- Coney Island fun house — Heritage walk-through fun house with mirrors, slides and the Devil’s Drop
- Crystal Palace — Arcade games (paid by the game)
Luna Park Sydney tickets and prices
| Ticket | Online price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Park entry | Free | Walk-through grounds, view of Sydney Harbour Bridge |
| Unlimited Rides (adult) | From AU$65 | All rides for the day |
| Unlimited Rides (child 4–11) | From AU$55 | All rides for the day |
| Family Pass (2 adults + 2 kids) | From AU$215 | All rides for the day |
| Big Dipper Single Ride | From AU$15 | Big Dipper only, single ride |
| Annual Pass | From AU$159 | Unlimited rides all year |
| NYE Harbour Party VIP | From AU$525 | Rides + harbour fireworks viewing + drinks |
Pass prices depend on the date and product, so compare the options for your day before you buy. Bookings recommended on busy weekends and school holidays.
Luna Park Sydney opening hours
Luna Park Sydney opens on selected days and during school holidays:
- Days and times: these change through the year, so check the calendar on the park’s website before you go
- Major events: Extended hours (NYE, harbour fireworks)
Always check lunaparksydney.com for ride availability — older heritage rides occasionally close for maintenance.
How to get to Luna Park Sydney
- Train: Milsons Point station (T1 and T9 lines), a short downhill walk from the park
- Ferry: Milsons Point Wharf sits directly in front of the park; the Trip Planner on transportnsw.info shows which ferries call there, the departure wharf and the journey time
- Bus: Buses also stop at Milsons Point; look up the route from where you are in the same planner
- Walking from Circular Quay: over the Sydney Harbour Bridge pedestrian walkway; allow around 30 minutes for the bridge crossing itself
- Parking: Wilsons Parking at Milsons Point (AU$15–25 per hour); limited; book online for guaranteed spot
Eating at Luna Park Sydney
- Coney Island Diner — American-style burgers, fries, milkshakes
- Sky High Cafe — Heritage Crystal Palace cafe with harbour views
- Pizza by the Slice — Casual takeaway
- Cotton Candy & Hot Donuts kiosks — Classic carnival fare
- Olympic Diner — Family-friendly American diner
If you plan to bring your own food, read the conditions of entry on the park’s website first.
Luna Park Sydney Big Top concerts
The Big Top inside Luna Park Sydney seats 2,000 people (up to 3,000 for standing-only concerts) and hosts touring concerts, comedy and special events. Recent acts: Tame Impala, Lorde, Tash Sultana, Sydney Comedy Festival headliners. Check ticketmaster.com.au for the current programme.
Luna Park Sydney special events
- Harbour Party — NYE 31 December harbourside party with unlimited rides, live DJs and front-row midnight fireworks. VIP tickets from AU$525.
- Sydney Festival shows in January at the Big Top.
- Vivid Sydney (May–June) — Special light installations on the clown face and Big Wheel.
- Halloween Spooktacular — Late October, themed evenings.
- School holiday programmes — Extra magicians, characters, kids’ shows.
Luna Park Sydney with kids
- Stroller-friendly throughout the park; pram parking near rides
- Coney Island fun house slides have their own height and adult-accompaniment rules, so check them before you queue
- The Carousel and Big Wheel suit children of any age
- Free public bathrooms with baby-change facilities
- Free water fountains for refilling
- Heritage clown-face entrance is the city’s most-photographed family photo backdrop
Accessibility at Luna Park Sydney
- The park is wheelchair-accessible throughout (sealed paths, ramps to most rides)
- Companion Card holders: ask the park about entry for a support person before you visit
- Quiet rooms available during sensory-friendly evenings (periodic — check the calendar)
- Some rides have accessibility restrictions; refunds available if a child can’t ride after height check
- Service dogs welcome
Sample Luna Park Sydney itinerary
11am: Arrive via Milsons Point ferry — photo at the clown-face entrance.
11:30am: Big Wheel for orientation views over the harbour.
12pm: Coney Island fun house — heritage 1930s walk-through.
1pm: Lunch at Coney Island Diner.
2pm: Big Dipper roller coaster, the park’s headline thrill ride.
2:30pm: Boomerang and Hair Raiser thrill rides.
3:30pm: Heritage rides — Carousel, Tumble Bug, Volaré.
4:30pm: Crystal Palace arcade games or souvenir shopping.
5pm: Walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge towards Circular Quay (budget about half an hour for the bridge).
Luna Park Sydney NYE Harbour Party
The Luna Park Sydney Harbour Party on 31 December is one of the city’s most exclusive NYE experiences. Tickets from AU$525 per person include:
- Unlimited rides all evening
- Live DJ programme on the harbour-edge stages
- Premium food and beverage package
- Front-row view of the midnight harbour fireworks
- Inside the park (escape the public foreshore crowds)
VIP packages with private decks AU$1,200+. Book through the park’s website.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Luna Park Sydney cost?
Luna Park sells Unlimited Rides passes for specific dates, and the price depends on the date and the pass you choose. Check entry details and the current pass prices on the park’s own website for the day you plan to go.
What’s the best ride at Luna Park Sydney?
The Big Dipper, Australia’s first single-rail Intamin Hot Racer roller coaster, is the headline thrill ride — 72 km/h and 25 metres tall. The heritage Big Wheel is the most photographed ride for harbour views.
Can I visit Luna Park Sydney for free?
Yes. Entry to the park grounds is free — you can walk through the iconic clown-face entrance, see the rides operating, photograph the heritage Crystal Palace and the Sydney Harbour Bridge from the lawns. You only pay for an Unlimited Rides Pass if you want to actually ride.
What time does Luna Park Sydney open?
Luna Park Sydney opens on selected days and during NSW school holidays. Days and times change through the year, so look at the calendar on the park’s website for your date. Special events extend hours (NYE, harbour fireworks).
How long do you need at Luna Park Sydney?
Most families spend 4–5 hours. Allow 1.5 hours for queues on busy days, especially for the Big Dipper. The park is small enough that you can ride every attraction in 4 hours if it’s quiet. The Annual Pass is excellent value if you live in Sydney and might visit twice in the year.
Is Luna Park Sydney good for kids?
Yes — Luna Park Sydney is one of Sydney’s best family attractions. The heritage Coney Island fun house, the Big Wheel and the Carousel are the gentler options, and what a young child can ride depends on each attraction’s height and adult-accompaniment rules. Older children love the Big Dipper, Boomerang and Hair Raiser thrill rides.
How do I get to Luna Park Sydney?
Take the train to Milsons Point station (T1 and T9 lines), a short downhill walk from the park, or a ferry to Milsons Point Wharf, which is directly in front of it. You can also walk over the Sydney Harbour Bridge pedestrian walkway from The Rocks; plan on roughly half an hour for the bridge.
Plan more of your Sydney trip
For more on the surrounding harbour area, see our deep dives on the Sydney Opera House tour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb, Taronga Zoo Sydney, the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, the WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and our overall top things to do in Sydney, Sydney with kids, where to stay in Sydney, and Sydney transport guide.
Helpful resources for planning your Sydney trip
For the very latest information on opening hours, ticketing and transport, the following official resources are kept up to date:
- Luna Park Sydney official
- Sydney NYE Luna Park
- Tourism Australia
- Destination NSW
- Transport for NSW
- Sydney.com Family
Luna Park sits at the northern foot of the Harbour Bridge, so it’s easy to combine with a walk across it: cross from The Rocks with the Opera House behind you, drop down through Milsons Point and finish at the park as the lights come on. Our free Harbour Bridge walk guide explains where to get on and off.
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