Spending time in Walsh Bay is pleasant for everyone: it's a historical port that's been transformed into a cutting-edge performance precinct, with world-class theatres, fantastic restaurants and cool bars. The finger wharves jut out onto the water, right on the edge of Sydney Harbour, and boast stunning views. And if you have a mobility impairment it's particularly pleasant because it's flat everywhere, and there are so many different things to do within a short distance of each other.

Walsh Bay is the home of the arts. Sydney Theatre Company took up residence in the 1980s. It presents an annual season of diverse drama and dance productions at its own venues, The Wharf Theatres and nearby Roslyn Packer Theatre, and it’s also the resident theatre company of the Sydney Opera House.

Fratelli Fresh is a restaurant located in Walsh Bay serving up authentic Italian cuisine. Step-free access is available via the main entrance and around the inside of the venue. There are accessible seating options inside and also tables outside the front of the restaurant. An accessible toilet is also on site.

Fratelli Fresh Walsh Bay

The Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf is a waterside bar and restaurant, It is accessible. Located on Pier 4 in Walsh Bay next to the Wharf theatres, the venue offers step-free access upon entry, but some areas can only be accessed via steps. Generously spaced tables provide accessible seating both inside and outside, while the bar also has an accessible toilet.
There are also plenty of accessible public carparks nearby.

The Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf

There is approx 5cm step at the front door but flat access is possible through the side glass doors - be sure to phone and ask for this to be available before you turn up as a table is often in place there. 

Once inside, the dining area is fairly spacious but a few tables may be inaccessible, especially at peak times. Make sure to inform the venue about your arrival so they can arrange a table. 

There is no accessible toilet on site, There is an accessible public carpark nearby and 2 on street parking bays directly across the road.

Walsh Bay Crabhouse

This is a small playground but great for the local families in the area and a plus that it is enclosed.This playground issuitable for toddlers and younger children. It includes swings and climbing equipment but unfortunately no special equipment for wheelchair users. 
Trinity Avenue Playground is fully accessible as the terrain is hard and flat. There is step-free access into the playground and throughout. There are no accessible toilets located on site. There are no designated accessible parking spots but 2 hour parking on the steets nearby is possible.

Trinity Avenue Playground

BarCycle is a cycling-themed accessible cafe located in Walsh Bay. There is step-free access into the venue, which also has an outdoor seating area. There are share accessible toilets and designated parking spots can be found in one of the nearby public carparks.

Barcycle Walsh Bay

Walsh Bay Kitchen adjoins the Roslyn Packer Theatre. It is an accessible restaurant serving Australian cuisine. Space between tables is cramped, meaning some parts of the dining area may prove inaccessible but there are also tables outside. There is step-free access into and around the venue, which also has an accessible toilet.
There are plenty of accessible public carparks nearby.

Walsh Bay Kitchen

Barangaroo Reserve toilets are in an accessible park. There is step-free access to most areas, with a lift, which is located close to the Hickson Road entry, providing access to the upper level of the plot. The accessible unisex toilets are located in two locations; opposite the lifts and in a stand-alone toilet block near the entry from Town's Place. 

The  entrances to Barangaroo Reserve are from Towns Place, Hickson Road, Munn Street Reserve and Merriman Street. Wheelchair users accessing the park from the Towns Place entrance should be aware there is a 30m-long brick/cobbled pathway to navigate before the surface becomes completely smooth.

There are two accessible street parking bays on Towns Place, close to the entry to the carpark. The Wilson Parking car park beneath the Reserve provides eight accessible parking spaces on level B1.

Barangaroo Reserve

This is an accessible cafe located in Barangaroo. The venue offers step-free access into and around the dining area, while there is also plenty of tables of easily accessible outside. There is no accessible toilet on site but there are some located on the wharf opposite, around 50mtrs away. Accessible parking spots can be found in one of the nearby public carparks and on the street just opposite the cafe.

Brix & Beans Coffee House

Ventuno is an accessible restaurant serving Italian cuisine from their waterfront location at Walsh Bay. Open plan entry offers step-free access into and throughout the venue. Benches mean that some of the outdoor seating is inaccessible, but the indoor dining area is generously spaced. There is an accessible toilet on site.
There are also plenty of accessible public carparks nearby.

Ventuno Restaurant

The Wharf 1 & 2 theatres are the Sydney Theatre Company’s more intimate  theatres, located very close to the main Roslyn Packer Theatre in Walsh Bay. 

They are fully wheelchair accessible (although it should be noted that the accessible entrance is a very long roll from the main theatre entrances, the cafe/bar, and the accessible toilets). 

An alternative more pleasant route (and much more comfortable if you use a wheelchair) is to go down the right hand side of the pier to the lifts towards the end.

Most people do go in via the access ramp and lift on the pier 4 entry located adjacent to the main entrance on Hickson Road.  The lifts along the wharf lead you to level 1 or 2 depending where you want to go. In level 1 you can find Wharf 2 door 1 and a bit further, Wharf 1 door 3. To reach Wharf 1 doors 1 & 2,  you need to take a lift up to the level above the main entrance (it is marked level 3 – the main theatre level being on level 2). The box office is on the ground floor level (marked level G).

There are accessible toilets along the venue in level 1, they are spacious and mobility devices- friendly.

Limited on-street parking is available outside Roslyn Packer Theatre and The Wharf theatres and there are several other public carparks nearby. at Barangaroo Point & Barangaroo Reserve.

The Wharf 1 & 2 Theatres (Sydney Theatre Company)

Lotus Dumpling Bar is an accessible restaurant serving up pan-Asian cuisine and cocktails in Dawes Point. There is step-free entry into the venue but space is tight and some tables inside and outside may be inaccessible especially at peak times. There is also a small seating area outside Lotus and no accessible toilet.
There are also plenty of accessible public carparks nearby.

Lotus Dumpling Bar

Elements Seafood Grillhouse is a great place to eat right on the water. 

It is an accessible restaurant located on Pier 8-9 looking over Walsh Bay. 

The entry to the venue is step-free and tables inside are well spaced out with pretty potted plants and a calming relaxed atmosphere. 

Good for hanging out for a long brunch or lunch, inside or at the under cover outside tables in any weather.

There is also an accessible toilet and shower. There are 2 on-street accessible parking spots in nearby Hickson Road. Alternatively you can use one of the carparks nearby.

Elements Seafood Grillhouse

Pier One Sydney Harbour, is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Every level of the hotel is accessible via wheelchair and there are unisex toilets throughout the building. The bedrooms feature a roll-in shower, hand rails around the bathroom and plenty of space to maneuver in the room.
The hotel also offers an accessible restaurant. In the nearby area there are also plenty of accessible convenient shops, cafes and restaurants. Parking spots can be found in the hotel carpark.

Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

Walsh Bay Arts Precinct sits on two piers with incredible Harbour Views . Perfect location to enjoy concerts, dances , theatre performances , exhibitions, food and many other events.

The Arts Precinct is very inclusive by having Free Ticket if you have a companion card.. Contact The Sydney Festival on 02 8248 6500 for bookings.

Wheelchair access has been included in most venues, wheelchair designated spaces  (where possible) will be sold at the lowest full price. For all mobility access information visit Sydney festival.org.au/venues.

Street Parking is limited but available on Hickson Road. Wilson Paid Parking is available. Pre booking would be ideal. https://www.walshbay.com.au/arts-precinct

Sydney festival.org.au/venues

https://www.walshbay.com.au/arts-precinct

Walsh Bay Arts Precinct

ACO on The Pier is home to The Neilson, the state -of-the-art performance space situated at the heart of the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO)’s operating base. The award-winning, architecturally designed space is part of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, surrounded by views of Sydney Harbour.

The ACO is comitted to providing accessible events that are inclusive, barrier-free & features step-free access, accessible seating options, accessible toilets & assistive hearing technology.  They welcome patrons with Companion Cards & Assistance Animals.

They also hold a range of accessible events, such as ACO Relaxed Performances & Audio Described performances. Please contact the box office on https://www.aco.com.au/your-visit/tickets-and-bookings or or on 1800 444 444 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm AEST) for more information. 

https://www.aco.com.au/your-visit/tickets-and-bookings

ACO On The Pier

Zupano is an accessible cafe & coffee house located on the foreshore promenade Hickson Road, Millers Point. 

Serving what Zupano refers to as  “Aussieterranean” food taking dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, made for Australians .  

Zupano offers step free entry via paved level pathway approach to large open doorway.  With easy access to the counter there are both indoor & outdoor covered tables & chairs.

For more information or book a table go to https://www.zupano.com.au/

Both accessible toilets & parking can be found at Barangaroo Reserve.

https://www.zupano.com.au/

Zupano Espresso_Bar

Rubber Duck is an accessible loby cafe situated in the  foyer of the WPP AUNZ building at 1 Kent Street, serving Organic Coffee, fresh foods.

The cafe provides step free entry via paved level pathway approach to glass entry doors.  The foyer is large & spacious with easy access to the counter, freestanding tables, chairs, high tables with stools & low level banquette window seats.  

Accessible parking can be found closeby at Bond One Car Park, Barangaroo Point & Reserve.  Accessible toilets can be found 150m away at Watson Road, The Cutaway & Barangaroo Reserve. 

Rubber Ducky Cafe

Lavana is an accessible seafood restaurant located on the waterfront precinct at Walsh Bay serving premium steaks, tapas, fresh seafood & cocktails.

The relaxed harbourside restaurant offers step free entry via huge open glass door entry.  Inside is bright & spacious with huge floor to ceiling windows, chic decor with freestanding tables, high back chairs, banquette seating & large covered outdoor dining overlooking the water.

For more information or to reserve a table go to https://lavanarestaurant.com.au/

Accessible parking can be found closeby at Bond One Car Park, Barangaroo Point & Reserve.  Accessible toilets can be found at Watson Road & Barangaroo Reserve.

https://lavanarestaurant.com.au/

Lavana Restaurant

Walsh Bay Kitchen is an accessible resturant located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant arts district on the ground floor of Roslyn Packer Theatre.

The stylish, cosy restaurant & bar offers step free entry via glass entry doors into a sleek theatrical setting, oozing mood & drama.  Furnished with cosy lounge chairs, rich dark wooden tables & covered outdoor dining area.

The venue offers an impressive wine list, pre-theatre specials, creative house cocktails & bespoke range of speciality sherries and digestives.

Accessible parking can be found at Bond One Car Park, Barangaroo Point & Reserve.  Accessible toilets can be found closeby at Watson Road, Barangaroo Reserve & The Cutaway..

Housed in an early 20th-century cargo wharf, Sydney Dance Company's Wharf Studios contain five state-of-the-art studios. As an anchor tenant of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Sydney Dance Company creates, rehearses, teaches and performs in the Wharf Studios, and welcomes tens of thousands of enthusiastic dancers of all ages through the doors every year.

Unassisted access
Wheelchair access into Sydney Dance Company Wharf Studios is via the main entrance located on Hickson Road.

Accessible facilities
There are accessible toilets on both the Ground floor and Admin floor of the Wharf Studios.

Limited on-street accessible parking is available outside Roslyn Packer Theatre and The Wharf theatres and there are several other public carparks nearby. at Barangaroo Point & Barangaroo Reserve.

Sydney Dance Company, Neilson Studio

Pier 2/3 is a heritage listed finger wharf in the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. Steeped in Sydney’s industrial history, Pier 2/3 is part of a landmark project by the NSW Government to rejuvenate Walsh Bay into a cultural and creative hub.

Pier 2/3

Moonshine Bar is the social centrepiece of Sydney Festival's Thirsty Mile, with a Colour Maze and cafe by day and free live music and DJs by night. Come early, stay late. And drink it all in.
 
Moonshine Bar is your ultimate harbourside hangout at Sydney Festival. Get stuck into lots of live music, from some of our city’s favourite acts and DJs – slinging feel-good grooves, full-throttle floor-fillers and everything in between.  
 
Moonshine Bar is a licensed venue – patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Entrance is via the ground floor foyer on either the Western or Eastern side of the Pier, shared with ACO, Bell Shakespeare and Australian Theatre for Young People. All areas on the precinct are wheelchair friendly and can be accessed by ramps and lifts.

Moonshine Bar - Sydney Festival

forumprojects, located at Commercial 2 in the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, is a gallery dedicated to immersive sound and video art. 

The forumprojects team aim to bring cutting-edge artistic practices to a broader audience, creating innovative pathways for experiencing contemporary art in a unique and engaging way.

Limited on-street accessible parking is available outside Roslyn Packer Theatre and The Wharf theatres and there are several other public carparks nearby. at Barangaroo Point & Barangaroo Reserve.
 

The restrooms are located diagonally opposite the entrance of the gallery and include an accessible restroom.

forumprojects gallery

The Rebel Theatre is the Australian Theatre for Young People's world-class performance space, home to emerging artists from across Australia. Situated in the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, The Rebel boasts spectacular views of Sydney's Harbour and features award-winning architecture within the historic 1900s Walsh Bay Wharves. 

Ground floor or Stair and lift access to first floor and second floor

First floor Cloak room and bar. Stair and lift access to ground floor and second floor

Second floor ATYP Box Office and Rebel Theatre entry. Stair and lift access to ground floor and first floor

ATYP

The Neilson Nutshell is Bell Shakespeare’s flagship performance space located at Pier 2/3, in the heart of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. 

Steeped in Sydney’s industrial history, Pier 2/3 houses Bell Shakespeare’s new premises combining the heritage features of Pier 2/3 with the contemporary needs of artists and audiences.
 


Bell Shakespeare is Australia’s national theatre company specialising in the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. With unrivalled reach and impact Bell Shakespeare delivers mainstage productions and an education and outreach program to every state and territory, ensuring classic theatre experiences are accessible to all Australians.

There are gendered bathrooms and a gender neutral, accessible bathroom available on Ground Floor and Level One.

The accessible bathroom on Level One is 1.2 metres x 2.7 metres, and it features inclusive fixtures, handrails, a distress button and a baby-changing station. 
 

Accessible seating and hearing loops are available at the venue. Please contact Sydney Festival to arrange this when booking tickets.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs and walkers can be stored in the cloak room if needed. 

If you have access needs, please let Sydney Festival know when booking tickets. 
 

Lift access to the venue is available. The lift dimensions are 1.4 m x 2 metres. The entry is 1 metre wide. Lift capacity is 18 people and 1350kg.

If not using the lift, there are two flights of wide set stairs with no-slip stairs and handrail. 

The curb on Hickson Road cuts to allow for step-free access onto the Pier. 

Bell Shakespeare

Walsh Bay Crabhouse is an accessible restaurant located on Towns Place, Millers Point.

This glass fronted venue offers step free entry via paved level pathway approach with a menu that features mud crab in a range of 17 styles for the ultimate crab feast!

The Crabhouse features freestanding tables, high back chairs & seating booths overlooking the water.

For more information or reserve a table go to https://www.harrysdining1982.com.au/

Accessible parking can be found at Barangaroo Point & Reserve & Bond One Car Park.  Accessible toilets can also be found at Barangaroo Reserve, The Cutaway & Watson Road.

https://www.harrysdining1982.com.au/

Jounieh is an accessible contemporary Middle Eastern restaurant serving upmarket traditional & modern Lebanese dishes situated on the Walsh Bay harbour foreshore.

This glass fronted casual restaurant features step free entry via paved level pathway approach into a bright & spacious interior with white clothed tables & high backed chairs.. There is further outdoor seating available with waterside views.

For more information or book a table go to https://www.jounieh.com.au/

Accessible parking can be found closeby at Bond One Car Park, Barangaroo Point & Reserve.  Accessible toilets can also be found at Barangaroo Reserve , Watson Road 

https://www.jounieh.com.au/

Jounieh Walsh Bay

The Bund is a modern take on the traditional Chinese dining experience offering an upmarket Chinese restaurant serving elevated traditional cuisine in a warm, old-fashioned ambiance located on Hickson Road in Walsh Bay.   

The Bund features paved level pathway apporach to step free entry.  Inside is spacious with turquoise green decorating the walls alongside images of the old Bund in Shanghai, classic antiques & darkwood furniture creating an intimate ambience.  There is further seating outside.

Just a three-minute walk from BridgeClimb Sydney – The Bund offers a selection of wine & beers with meals, as well as a BYO option, with a bottle shop just next door.

For more information or to reserve a table go go https://www.bundfusion.com/

Accessible parking can be found closeby at Bond One Car park, Barangaroo Point.  Accessible toilets can be found 200m away at George Street, The Rocks.

https://www.bundfusion.com/

The Bund - Walsh Bay

There are two on-street parking spaces, perpendicular to the curb, with a curb cut.

On-street accessible parking

Jounieh Walsh Bay is a spacious restaurant that strives to create an inclusive environment welcoming all guests, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their dining experience comfortably. It is a beautiful venue by the water, featuring an incredible nautical atmosphere, exquisite dishes, and many options to choose from within the large space. 
 

Guests can enjoy a meal, a drink, or both in the indoor area or on the outdoor terrace, with ample space between tables that allows for easy movement throughout the restaurant. The staff is dedicated to providing an incredible welcoming experience and accommodating all guests. 


Please note that the restrooms are located 200 meters away in a shared space within the Walsh Bay precinct. Kindly ask the friendly staff for the key, and they will guide you and explain how to get to the accessible toilets.

Lavana is a dining venue located in Walsh Bay, Sydney, known for its beautiful waterfront views and contemporary culinary offerings. In terms of accessibility, Lavana aims to be inclusive for all guests.

The venue is designed to be wheelchair accessible, with a flat connection to the footpath. Its open dining area includes a terrace where you can easily settle in upon arrival. The staff is ready to make space for you wherever you prefer to sit. There is also the option to go towards the back of the venue for a more intimate experience.
 

While the spaces between tables are somewhat narrow, this cozy Spanish-style restaurant will provide you with a pleasant experience no matter where you choose to sit. 

The restrooms are located on the right side of the restaurant 100 meters away, at the end of the public pathway. They are shared with other venues within the precinct, and you will need to ask the staff for the key. The accessible toilets feature wide thresholds and ample space for maneuverability, along with handrails for support if needed.

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Mi Amore Pasta

Barangaroo Reserve is a six-hectare Sydney Harbour headland with spectacular sweeping views of the Harbour, wide open spaces, 75,000 Australian native trees and shrubs, walking and cycling trails, idyllic harbour coves and peaceful picnic spots.

Barangaroo Reserve is wheelchair accessible, with relatively level pathways.  There are entrances from Towns Place, Hickson Road, Munn Street Reserve and Merriman Street. Wheelchair users accessing the park from the Towns Place entrance should be aware there is a 30m-long brick/cobbled pathway to navigate before the surface becomes completely smooth.

For more information visit https://www.barangaroo.com/see-do-stay

Accessible toilets can be found at the reserve, The Cutaway and Barangaroo Station. 

https://www.barangaroo.com/see-do-stay

The Roslyn Packer Theatre is the main theatre of the Sydney Theatre Company (the other; The Wharf Theatre is 150 metres away, opposite Pier 6/7 on Walsh Bay). 

It seats up to 900 people and is fully wheelchair accessible, with wheelchair spaces in two locations; on the ground floor in the stalls, and further ones on the upper level in the circle. There are accessible toilets on both main levels.

Should you need it, there is an automatic opening door (with the button on the right as you look at the theatre from the street).

There is no dedicated accessible parking. However there is disabled parking on the street on the other side of the road.

Roslyn Packer Theatre (Sydney Theatre Company)

Hotel Palisade is a restaurant, bar and hotel that is accessible by wheelchair. Sitting on a hill at Millers Point, Hotel Palisade overlooks the harbour and is adjacent to Sydney's newest park – Barangaroo Reserve. 
There is a ramp at one entrance and a lift to the second top floor with fine views of Sydney. The top floor is only accessible by stairs. On the ground floor is a back room offering more space for wheelchair users. There is also a small amount of outside space on the ground floor. The venue doesn’t provide accessible toilets. They do not have accessible facilities in their hotel rooms. Being a heritage listed building, they are limited with the space they have and were unable to incorporate any wheelchair access provisions.

Hotel Palisade

The Gantry is an accessible fine dining restaurant and cocktail bar in Walsh Bay. Step-free access to the venue is via Walsh Bay Pier, leading into a generously spaced dining area. There is also outside seating available. The restaurant has accessible unisex toilets which are located next to the concierge desk.
There are no accessible parking spots nearby.

The Gantry Restaurant & Bar

The Harbour View Hotel is situated on the corner of Cumberland Street and Lower Fort Street in The Rocks, under the southern end of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.
It is accessible to wheelchair users. There is a ramp leading into the premises and a lift which provides access to the second floor restaurant. The venue’s accessible toilets are located on the ground floor.
Accessible parking available in nearby Argyle Street and other car parks.

Harbour View Hotel

Bangarra is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation and one of Australia’s leading performing arts companies, widely acclaimed nationally and around the world. Bangarra Dance Theatre is partially accessible to wheelchair users. The lower level studios offer step-free access, but the Bangarra Room is only accessible by stairs. 

There is a designated accessible unisex toilet on site.

Walsh BayAccessible & Disability Friendly Places

35 fully accessible places

4 partially accessible places

Fratelli Fresh Walsh Bay

The Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf

Walsh Bay Crabhouse

Trinity Avenue Playground

Barcycle Walsh Bay

Walsh Bay Kitchen

Barangaroo Reserve

Brix & Beans Coffee House

Ventuno Restaurant

The Wharf 1 & 2 Theatres (Sydney Theatre Company)

Lotus Dumpling Bar

Elements Seafood Grillhouse

Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

Walsh Bay Arts Precinct

ACO On The Pier

Zupano Espresso_Bar

Rubber Ducky Cafe

Lavana Restaurant

Walsh Bay Kitchen

Sydney Dance Company, Neilson Studio

Pier 2/3

Moonshine Bar - Sydney Festival

forumprojects gallery

ATYP

Bell Shakespeare

Walsh Bay Crabhouse

Jounieh Walsh Bay

The Bund - Walsh Bay

On-street accessible parking

On-street accessible parking

Jounieh Walsh Bay

Lavana Restaurant

Mi Amore Pasta

Barangaroo Reserve

Roslyn Packer Theatre (Sydney Theatre Company)

Hotel Palisade

The Gantry Restaurant & Bar

Harbour View Hotel

Bangarra Dance Theatre