Prince Alfred Square has a rather illustrious history; the site of Australia’s first gaol in 1797, it was burned down by inmates only to be replaced by a two story stone building and the first female factory. It honours Prince Alfred, the first British monarch to visit Australia in 1867, who upon his return visit, was shot in the back with a revolver by the first person in Australia to attempt political assassination! He was unsuccessful and the Prince made a full recovery. 

Sydney Festival transforms Prince Alfred Square into a circus wonderland for the second time in 2018. 

GETTING THERE

Train: Parramatta is linked in all directions by train. Catch the Western line direct from Wynyard, Town Hall or Central, or if travelling on Northern or Southern lines, change at Strathfield. The park is approximately a 10 minute walk from the station.
Bus: All major bus services operate in Parramatta. From Circular Quay, take routes L20 or 520. The nearest bus stops are on Wilde Ave/Smith St.
Ferry: The Parramatta River ferry operates from Circular Quay to the Parramatta ferry terminal (50 min) via Balmain, Drummoyne and Sydney Olympic Park. Prince Alfred Square is a 10 minute walk along the pathway from the terminal. Buses replace ferries between Parramatta and Rydalmere when tides are low. For more information on bus timetables and the latest tidal notice calendar, visit transportnsw.info.
Parking: Wilson Parking operates at 80 George St Car Park or alternatively at 460 Church St Car Park. There are alternative car parks available at the Erby Place Car Park (accessed off Phillip St, opposite the Park Royal Hotel).

For further public transport information, please call 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info.

ACCESS

Prince Alfred Square is a flat grassed area and accessible by wheelchair. There will be toilets, including an accessible toilet, on site.