Archibald Memorial Fountain

A gorgeous landmark in the heart of the city! Stopped by the Archibald Memorial Fountain during a walk through Hyde Park, and it’s genuinely one of the most beautiful spots in Sydney CBD. The fountain is stunning — the classical sculptures, flowing water, and surrounding gardens make it a perfect place to relax or take photos. It’s lively but still peaceful, with plenty of places to sit and enjoy the view. Great stop if you’re exploring the city, visiting the cathedral nearby, or just want a break in a scenic setting. A must-see if you’re around Hyde Park!

The Archibald Memorial Fountain is a beautiful and elegant landmark in the heart of Hyde Park. Its classical design, detailed sculptures, and flowing water create a calm and refreshing atmosphere. Surrounded by greenery and city views, it’s a perfect spot for photos or a peaceful break while exploring Sydney.

Beautiful fountain at the north end of Hyde Park. Especially so at night with some lovely lighting illuminating the water. A peaceful place to sit down and people watch.

Beautiful Fountain in the Heart of Sydney The Archibald Memorial Fountain in Hyde Park is a must-see if you’re visiting Sydney. It’s a stunning fountain with beautiful bronze statues, inspired by Greek mythology. The main figure, Apollo, stands tall in the center, with water flowing gracefully around him. The fountain is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a peaceful spot to relax. It’s a great place to take photos, sit and unwind, or just enjoy the sound of the water. At night, the fountain lights up, making it even more magical. If you’re in the city, take a moment to visit—it’s a lovely piece of history and art right in the middle of Sydney!

Starting point of our guided tour of Sydney highlights. Lovely sculpture and fountain sparkled in sunlight. Cathedral and floral gardens with benches in the shade nearby.

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The Archibald Memorial Fountain is widely celebrated as an iconic and poetic centerpiece in Hyde Park. With praise like “Australia’s most beautiful public fountain artwork” and descriptions of grandeur and mythic drama, it’s a must-see in Sydney—beautiful, free, and emotionally resonant both day and night. Ideal For: History enthusiasts Solo travelers seeking peaceful places Anyone visiting Hyde Park Entry: Free

I recently went to the Archibald Fountain in Hyde Park, and it was really sick. I walked up and I was really impressed because it was really cool. The main guy statue is Apollo, and he was a Greek god. They built it so that water was cascading from various points around him and I think that is cool. The water was really there and I got a bit wet from it so step back a bit I guess. The whole setup was cool, The gardens nearby were sick, with neat little pathways and placed flowers. Good stuff

Of course the park is free. It is hard to find parking near Hyde park. The fountain is pretty popular. You can get a free walking tour of the area if you meet up here at 10:30 am. You can pay $17 for a bus tour if you meet up here at 10:30 am. The fountain is at the northern end of the park.

I like this fountain, even if I struggle to take it seriously. Not in a giggly-look-they're-naked way, more in a this-might-not-be-out-of-place-in-Rome-but-doesn't-quite-fit-in-with-Sydney way. It's very pretty, but does look like it should be in a more ancient city, steeped in centuries of history, rather than the new and shiny city that Sydney predominantly is! And what's with the tortoises spitting at them?! In my years of doing classical studies at school, I never once had a story that involved tortoises and minotaurs! Or maybe they were there, and just didn't warrant a mention. Either way, it adds a bit of character to the park and presents another photo opportunity for wandering tourists. Plus, it was a present from the deceased JF Archibald, so you can't really turn down a present, especially from a dead guy!

Located on the northern end of Hyde Park this fountain is really, really cool. As soon as I set eyes on it I literally fell in love with it, namely because of the statues of the Greek demi-gods that covered it. Apparently it was given to Australia by the French to say thankyou for their help in World War I (which seems to be a regular theme of Hyde Park). From what I can remember the gods that they have are Heracles, Diana, and Theseus (though Theseus is actually a hero, but I'm being a bit technical here). Okay, it isn't one of those places where you need to spend ages wandering around, but it is certainly worth checking out if you happen to be in Hyde Park.

Built at a time when naked men wrestling minotaurs could be viewed without subtext, the Archibald Fountain is one of those casual meeting places in Sydney that everyone uses. It's a landmark easy for anyone to find, right in the middle of Hyde Park. With lots of benches nearby, it's a great spot to peoplewatch as tourists snap away happily, kids runs around on the grass and officeworkers soak up the opportunity for a bit of extra personal space. The fountain itself has quite the story, donated by JF Archibald, founder of The Bulletin, who stipulated in his will in 1932 for a bronze memorial to be built by a French artist to commemorate 'Australia and France having fought side by side for the liberties of the world'. So in a way, it is Australia's Statue of Liberty. But with Minotaurs. And turtles. Check out www.dictionaryofsydney.org/entry/archibald_fountain for the full story.