Accessibility
A safe, inclusive and enjoyable event for all. There are accessible options available to make Sydney New Year’s Eve memorable for people with disability.
Designated accessible viewing areas
These areas are reserved for people with disability and / or access needs to enjoy with their family and friends. We have provided some information for each spot including accessible features, site entry and public transport advice.
Bookings essential.
Our vantage point map also shows general public viewing areas that have accessible features.
Accessibility map
The City of Sydney’s accessibility map can help you to plan your visit to Sydney New Year’s Eve. There’s details on public toilets, potential barriers, stairs and inclines.
It’s important to note that some things are different on New Year’s Eve and there are major road closures throughout the CBD which may affect access to facilities or through roads indicated on this map. Visit the road closures page.
For more information on access and inclusion, you can contact our Accessibility Officer on +61 2 9265 9333 or by filling out this form.
Other ways to enjoy the celebrations
Audio description
ABC Radio will broadcast a live audio description of the midnight fireworks.
Tune into your local ABC Radio station via the ABC Listen app, online or on channel 25 on your television.
You can also listen to the live audio description through 2RPH.
TV and online
You can watch the event on the ABC and iview. The broadcast begins at 8.30pm. Live closed captions available.
Alternative event guide formats
Audio MP3, easy read guide and event guides in your language will be available in November 2024.
Large print event guide (120kB)
Easy read event guide (1.4 MB)
Audio guides
Event guide (341 kB)
Important information (738 kB)
Free vantage point locations (1.3 MB)
Program of events (636 kB)
Which vantage point should I go to? (322 kB)
Keep our city sparkling (166 kB)
Getting to and from the event (650 kB)
One night, many ways to celebrate (290 kB)
Access for people with disability (375 kB)
Stay in touch with live updates (626 kB)
Accommodation and transport
City of Sydney provides an accessibility map. Keep in mind road closures are in place on New Year’s Eve.
Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA ) offers accessible taxi’s. Bookings essential, call 13 9000 or book online.
Transport Info features trip planners with maps and journey details.
Sydney.com provides accessible tourist information, including things to do and options for getting around.
Accessible pick up and drop off zones
The City of Sydney provides one pick up and drop off zone:
Contacts
For more information on access and inclusion, you can contact our Accessibility Officer on +61 2 9265 9333 or by filling out this form.
Telephone Interpreting Service: 13 14 50 (Australia only)
You can also contact us through the National Relay Service.