At a glance
#4 of 4 Tourist attractions in Kirribilli #3 of 3 Scenic spots in KirribilliLocalGuideWorld score: 4.31
Rating breakdown
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4 ★33%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Lady Gowrie Lookout?
- Lady Gowrie Lookout is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 312 reviews.
- How does Lady Gowrie Lookout rank in Kirribilli?
- Lady Gowrie Lookout is #4 of 4 Tourist attractions in Kirribilli by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Lady Gowrie Lookout located?
- Kirribilli Ave, Kirribilli NSW 2061, Australia — 0.5 km from the center of Kirribilli.
- How can I contact Lady Gowrie Lookout?
- Phone: +61 2 9936 8100 · Website: northsydney.nsw.gov.au
Beautiful, peaceful view. Plenty of park benches available to sit.
View on Sydney Bay. Not to crowded, very small place ideal for a quiet stop
Offers a great view of the eastern side of the harbour. Lots of bench seats to sit and take in the view. Best aspect to escape a westerly wind.
I can’t believe it’s been nearly 9 years since my last visit here; Discovering this hidden gem in August of 2013, was a significant highlight as I wandered around Kirribilli.
On that day, I happened upon an angler who was here doing a spot of fishing with his pooch, and we struck up a quick and friendly chat. He said he'd caught a few fish. I didn't want to impede on him too much so I took a few quick snaps, and bookmarked the spot in my brain for a return on another day.
Well today was the triumphant return, and I suspect as I did back then, that many people still don’t know this serene sanctuary exists. It’s a large-ish location in terms of available seating and the unobscured view of Fort Dennison gives a photographer unparalleled perspective. If you get down there early enough with the tripod you could probably get a spectacular sunrise shot, that hasn't been done to death like every other vantage point in Sydney.
On that day, I happened upon an angler who was here doing a spot of fishing with his pooch, and we struck up a quick and friendly chat. He said he'd caught a few fish. I didn't want to impede on him too much so I took a few quick snaps, and bookmarked the spot in my brain for a return on another day.
Well today was the triumphant return, and I suspect as I did back then, that many people still don’t know this serene sanctuary exists. It’s a large-ish location in terms of available seating and the unobscured view of Fort Dennison gives a photographer unparalleled perspective. If you get down there early enough with the tripod you could probably get a spectacular sunrise shot, that hasn't been done to death like every other vantage point in Sydney.
Lovely old lookout located next to Kirribilli house. steps lead down to waterfront with plenty of seating
A little hidden gem located at the end of the fence attached to the Prime Ministers home.
A quiet purpose built location on the water looking across Sydney Harbour suitable to have lunch at the tables or a chat with someone.
Local parking can be an issue on weekends and there are no close by toilets
A quiet purpose built location on the water looking across Sydney Harbour suitable to have lunch at the tables or a chat with someone.
Local parking can be an issue on weekends and there are no close by toilets
Small park that lets you go all the way to the harbour rocks. Saw a couple of blokes fishing and others chilling on the benches. Not much else to see other than the water and fort denison on the right
If you walk past Killibilli House and Admiralty House you'll come across this lookout. You can see views east across Sydney Harbour towards Neutral Bay, Cremorne and Mosman. There is a small park with seating here. The steps lead down to the water's edge. There are no toilets here. And this is not a wheelchair friendly location. The lookout was named after Zara Eileen Hore-Ruthven, the Countess of Gowrie (1879-1965). She was the Irish-born wife of the 1st Earl of Gowrie, who was the Governor of South Australia between 1928 & 1934 and the Governor of New South Wales in 1935 & 1936. He was the longest serving Governor-General of Australia 1936-44. Zara Eileen Hore-Ruthven was renowned for her work in promoting the welfare of children in Australia. Lady Gowrie was also a keen horticulturist. She planted a tree in this location as she departed Australia in 1944.
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