Sydney Park in a Chair

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(1.2K) · Historical landmark in Sydney, Australia
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Mrs Macquarie's Chair is a Sydney landmark. The chair was carved out of a sandstone rock ledge by convicts in 1810. Specially commissioned by Governor …

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Mar 25, 2025
This spot is a sitting area carved out of sandstone over 200 years ago. It affords good views of the harbour. It has a nice backstory, and it is supposed to be good luck for your group to sit there. …Full review by Davigeta
Jan 11, 2025
This is the best location to see Opera House and Harbour Bridge in one frame. Also good place to see sunset in Sydney. To reach this place we have to walk about 15-20 minutes through Botanic Gardens.…Full review by Samuelpas
May 3, 2024
Very interesting marker celebrating the completion of of a road including a carved area purporting to be the chair of Mrs Macquarie. Her actual chair is carved out a bit to the left of the monument.Full review by TAMAN1951

Questions & answers

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do I have to buy a ticket for entry?
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It costs nothing its part of the botanical gardens which is free to enter
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Is there free parking at Mrs Macquarie's Chair?
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No, all spaces have parking meters, though many are 4P allowing 4 hours limit, between 8.00 am and 8.00 pm weekdays and 6P or 6 hours parking on weekends.
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Answer by Andrew W · Apr 10, 2017
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