ANZAC Memorial Hyde Park – Free Special Tours on ANZAC Day
Free 30-minute guided tours of the ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park run every half-hour from 1pm to 4pm on ANZAC Day — explore the stunning Art Deco architecture and discover the stories of those who served.
Hyde Park South, Liverpool Street, Sydney NSW 2000
About this activity
The ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park South is one of Australia's most beautiful and moving buildings — a 1934 Art Deco masterpiece housing the Hall of Memory and the Hall of Service, adorned with sculptures and mosaics that honour the 226,000 NSW men and women who served in the First World War.
On ANZAC Day 2026 (Saturday 25 April), the Memorial runs free 30-minute guided tours every half-hour from 1pm to 4pm. These intimate tours take in the stunning architecture, explain the symbolism built into every detail of the building, and share the human stories of those commemorated. It's a genuinely enriching experience for school-age children and a perfect follow-up to watching the morning march.
Families can look forward to:
- Free 30-minute guided highlights tours — no bookings required, just turn up
- Tours depart from the Hall of Service (Lower Ground Floor) every 30 minutes from 1pm to 4pm
- Learn about the Art Deco design, the sculptures and the powerful symbolism throughout
- Discover individual stories of NSW men and women who served in World War I
- The Pool of Reflection and Hall of Memory are particularly moving spaces for children
- Regular free guided tours also run every Sunday at 10am year-round
- Located in Hyde Park South — easy walk from Town Hall, Museum or Central station
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