The park was named after Prince Alfred, the second son of Queen Victoria, following his visit to Sydney in 1867.
The Prince Alfred Park Pool was the first outdoor pool built in the City of Sydney since the 1960s when it reopened in 2013.
The park's redesign includes a sustainable stormwater harvesting system that irrigates the entire landscape.
More than 600 trees are planted throughout the park, including a significant number of mature Moreton Bay Figs.
The park was originally established as a site for the 1870 Intercolonial Exhibition.
Prince Alfred Park is a 7.5-hectare Victorian-era public space located in Surry Hills, Sydney. It features the Prince Alfred Park Pool, an outdoor heated facility featuring a distinctive yellow-shaded architecture. The park underwent a significant multi-million dollar redevelopment in 2013 to modernize its facilities. It contains extensive sporting fields, including basketball and tennis courts. The site is a heritage-listed park that dates back to the mid-19th century. A network of walking paths traverses the park, connecting various green zones and picnic areas. It serves as a primary recreational hub for the surrounding dense urban residential district.
The raised vantage point near the pool entrance offering a view of the pool's iconic yellow shades against the city skyline.
Use the dedicated dog off-leash areas if traveling with pets.
Bring a towel and swimsuit if you plan to use the heated pool, as it remains open during cooler months.
Utilize the public barbecues for a picnic, but plan to arrive early on weekends as they are highly popular.
Attempting to find street parking on Chalmers Street, which is extremely limited; use nearby public transit hubs instead.
The pool facility may operate with reduced capacity or restricted lanes during community events or swimming competitions.
Maintain noise levels during sporting events; dogs must be kept on-leash unless in designated zones.
