Double Bay: Foreshore Walks, Gardens and Art

A foreshore park, historic gardens and contemporary art give Double Bay its distinct character. Outdoors, you can discover picnic and sporting facilities, walk along paths through the area or explore the cultural precinct around Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf. This variety offers different ways to plan your stay – including with children.

Foreshore and Walks in Double Bay

Steyne Park is located on the foreshore of Double Bay. The park is suitable for picnics and offers sporting facilities such as hockey and cricket. Beside the Double Bay Sailing Club, there is a boat ramp with public water access for non-motorised watercraft. Check local conditions before using it.

The approximately two-kilometre-long Double Bay Tree Trail starts at Redleaf Beach and Blackburn Gardens. It passes through Double Bay and eventually goes up Ocean Avenue to Edgecliff. Its approximate length and route provide a guide if you would like to include a walk in your plans. Another route to consider is the Harbour Walk from Rushcutters Bay to Rose Bay, which passes Steyne Park in Double Bay. The Tree Trail is defined by its length and route through Double Bay; the Harbour Walk’s two endpoints and section by the park help you place it in context.

Art and Cultural Precinct

Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf is the centrepiece of a cultural precinct that includes the Council Chambers, Blackburn Gardens, Murray Rose Pool, Redleaf Beach and a kiosk. The precinct also includes the Council Chambers, built in 1863. Here, art, a historic building, a garden and foreshore spots offer distinct themes to explore.

The gallery offers contemporary art exhibitions, artist residencies and public programs throughout the year. Individual exhibitions and dates may change, so check the current program before your visit. If you’re travelling with children, you can weigh up an outdoor focus against a cultural theme when planning, rather than structuring your stay around just one type of activity.

Gardens and Trees of Significance

Blackburn Gardens is a restored historic garden with a well-maintained lawn, a Secret Garden, a sundial and a water feature. Several trees along the Double Bay Tree Trail are listed on the Significant Tree Register. The register recognises and protects trees of particular historical, social or botanical value. This means the trail combines its route with the opportunity to see trees recognised for these qualities.

The places described offer different ways to shape your holiday plans: a picnic and sports at Steyne Park, a walk through Double Bay, or contemporary art and historic garden features. If you’re looking for a holiday rental in Double Bay, you could start by considering which of these interests you’d like to shape your stay. This helps you choose where to stay based on the experiences that interest you, without combining culture, the foreshore and exercise into a single itinerary.

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