Hyde Park
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Why go
- About 300 southwestern snake-necked turtles in the park’s lakes.
- An 800-metre sealed path that loops around the lake.
Opening hours
Today08:30 – 16:30Show all
Don't miss
- Two lake basins and islandsEach basin has an island occupied by breeding birds.At the centre of the park
- London plane tree avenueThe avenue around the lakes was planted between 1897 and 1899.Around the lakes
- Jacaranda groveThe grove was planted in 1921.Southeast corner of the park
With kids
- A playground and sand pit are at the Glendower Street and William Street corner.
- An accessible playground and Liberty Swing are at the Glendower Street and Throssell Street corner.
- A seasonal water playground is at the Vincent Street and Throssell Street corner.
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History
Before European settlement, Whadjuk Noongar people knew this area as Boodjamooling. It was an important place for camping, hunting and ceremony. Settlers called it Third Swamp. In 1897, 15.5 hectares became a public park, renamed Hyde Park in 1899. Two islands were formed in the lake in 1913. Later changes added play equipment, barbecues and upgraded paths.
- 1829Settlers named the area Third Swamp after the Swan River Colony was established.
- 1897Lyall Hall gazetted 15.5 hectares of Third Swamp as a public park.
- 1899The park was renamed Hyde Park.
- 1913Dredged lake soil was used to make two islands, and a walkway divided the lake into two.
- 1960sA refurbishment added play equipment, barbecues, lighting and upgraded pathways.
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- 1968The Hyde Park Festival began.
- 1988The festival returned as the Hyde Park Fair.
- 1998Hyde Park was added to the State Register of Heritage Places.
How to get there
- 20 minOn footWalk from Perth train station.
- BusBus routes 60, 950, 960 and 990 serve the park.
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets On Throssell Street and William Street.
Sources: Hyde Park, Perth - Wikipedia · Hyde Park » Parks & Facilities » City of Vincent · checked 10 Oct 2026
- Phone
- +61 8 9273 6000
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Questions and answers
What are Hyde Park’s opening hours?
Hyde Park is open Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30, and all day on Saturday and Sunday.
How do I get to Hyde Park from Perth train station?
It is a 20-minute walk from Perth train station. Bus routes 60, 950, 960 and 990 also serve the park.
How long is the walking loop at Hyde Park?
The sealed path around the lake is about 800 metres long.
Is Hyde Park suitable for children?
The park has a playground and sand pit, an accessible playground with a Liberty Swing, and a seasonal water playground.
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