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 99 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.
The Bourke Street Bakery
Iconic dog-friendly bakery with outdoor tables in Surry Hills. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
The Grounds of Alexandria
Dog-friendly garden cafΓ© with specialty coffee and fresh pastries. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
Two Pups Coffee
Dog-friendly specialty coffee shop in Redfern with outdoor seating. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
McKell Park
Waterfront park in Darling Point.
Newtown Park
Inner-city park with off-leash hours.
Vibe Hotel Sydney
CBD hotel with pet rooms.
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.
Three Blue Ducks
Popular brunch spot in Bronte.
The Boathouse Balmoral
Beachfront dining at Balmoral.
Blackwood Pantry
Trendy Surry Hills cafΓ©.
Edition Coffee Roasters
Specialty coffee in Darlinghurst.
The Fern
Annandale cafΓ© with courtyard.
Porch and Parlour
Bondi cafΓ© near the beach.
CafΓ© Oratnek
Popular Newtown brunch spot.
Lox in a Box
Hall Street cafΓ© in Bondi.
White Rabbit Gallery CafΓ©
Art gallery cafΓ© in Chippendale.
The Cannery
Rosebery foodie destination.
Barefoot Coffee Traders
Balmoral Beach cafΓ©.
Two Chaps
Marrickville vegetarian cafΓ©.
Brewtown
Sydney Park mega-cafΓ©.
Pier One Sydney Harbour
Luxury pet-friendly hotel on the harbour.
QT Bondi
Boutique hotel near Bondi Beach.
The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach
Beachfront apartments in Manly.
Ovolo Woolloomooloo
Hip hotel in historic wharf.
Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach
Apartment hotel steps from beach.
Cremorne Point Manor
Boutique guesthouse with harbour views.
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Family hotel at Darling Harbour.
Coogee Bay Hotel
Beachfront pub accommodation.
Northern Beaches Holiday Rentals
Beach houses on the Northern Beaches.
Meriton Suites World Tower
Luxury apartments in CBD.
Central Coast Pet-Friendly Stays
Day trip or weekend away options.
South Coast Dog-Friendly Cottages
Escape south with your pup.
My Pet Warehouse Alexandria
Large pet superstore.
PetO Marrickville
Natural pet food specialists.
RSPCA NSW
Animal shelter and services.
Paddington Pups
Boutique grooming in Paddington.
SASH Emergency Hospital
24-hour specialist animal hospital.
Dogue Paddington
Luxury dog spa and boutique.
Bondi Dog Wash
Self-service dog wash in Bondi.
Inner West Vet
Community vet in Newtown.
The K9 Co
Dog training in Erskineville.
Pets Paradise Bondi Junction
Pet shop in Westfield.
Doggy Daycare Balmain
Inner West daycare.
Randwick Veterinary Hospital
Established Eastern Suburbs vet.
Woofys Dog Daycare
Indoor dog play centre.
Kellyville Pets
Large pet store in Hills District.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Sydney's most famous coastal walk.
Cooks River Trail
Flat trail along Cooks River.
Bay Run
Popular 7km loop around Iron Cove.
Parramatta Valley Cycleway
Trail from Parramatta to the harbour.
Narrabeen Lagoon Trail
Loop around Narrabeen Lagoon.
Wolli Creek Trail
Bushland corridor in the city.
Royal National Park - Lady Carrington Drive
Easy walk in Royal National Park.
Lane Cove National Park Walks
Bushland walks on the North Shore.
Cronulla to Bundeena Coastal Walk
Southern beaches coastal walk.
Balls Head Reserve Walk
Short harbour walk with city views.
Homebush Bay Trail
Wetlands walk at Olympic Park.
Ku-ring-gai Chase - West Head
Spectacular views in Ku-ring-gai.
Watsons Bay to South Head
Historic harbourside walk.
NSW Dog Park Etiquette
Being a good dog park citizen.
Sydney Tick Prevention
Protecting your dog from paralysis ticks.
Sydney Pet Emergency Contacts
Emergency vet and poison hotlines.
Dog Registration NSW
Understanding NSW dog registration.
Dog-Friendly Hunter Valley
Wine country with dogs.
Blue Mountains Dog Tips
Exploring Blue Mountains with dogs.
Sydney Summer Safety
Keeping dogs safe in Sydney summers.
Sydney Public Transport Dogs
Dogs on trains, buses, and light rail.
Inner West Dog Guide
Best spots in Sydney's Inner West.
Sydney Markets with Dogs
Markets that welcome dogs.
Jervis Bay Dog Trip
Weekend getaway to Jervis Bay.
Sydney Eastern Suburbs Dog Guide
Dog spots in the Eastern Suburbs.
Cooper Park
Wooded valley park in the Eastern Suburbs.
Balmoral Oval
Off-leash oval near Balmoral Beach.
Tempe Reserve
Large reserve along Cooks River.
Paramount Coffee Project
Surry Hills specialty coffee.
Blue Mountains Pet-Friendly Cabins
Mountain escapes with your dog.
Hunter Valley Pet-Friendly Lodges
Wine country with dogs.
Animal Emergency Service Surry Hills
Inner-city emergency vet.
Manly to Spit Bridge Walk
Harbour national park walk.
Blue Mountains National Park Walks
Bushwalks in the World Heritage mountains.
Sydney Dog Beach Guide
Best dog beaches around Sydney.
Sydney Ferry Dog Rules
Taking dogs on Sydney Ferries.
Northern Beaches Dog Guide
Exploring Northern Beaches with dogs.