Finger Wharf (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Finger Wharf?
What makes it 57% Baby-Friendly: Pram access is smooth and public toilets list a fold-down change table, but no nursing room, water safety worries and high-end eateries limit comfort for parents with infants.
Positives:
- Easy pram access: Wide boardwalk and ramps welcome strollers
- Nearby baby facilities: Public toilets and select cafés have baby-change tables
- Mix of free and paid activities: Combine free walks with a short paid pool visit
Challenges:
- Limited nursing rooms: No dedicated nursing suites; use hotel rooms or cafés
- Restaurant seating: High-end venues may not list high chairs online; call ahead
- Weather exposure: The wharf has little shade on sunny days
What is Finger Wharf?
- A heritage-listed timber-pile wharf in Woolloomooloo, constructed in the 1910s as a key component of Sydney’s maritime infrastructure
- The world’s longest timber-pile wharf, extending 410 metres into Sydney Harbour on a grid of robust wooden piles
- A restored industrial complex that retains original cranes and gantries within a continuous line of sandstone-faced warehouses
What is so special about Finger Wharf for with baby?
- Stroll 410 m timber deck easily with a pram
- Enjoy free Artspace exhibits with lift access
- Cool off in a heated toddler pool nearby
- Use baby-change tables at cafés and public toilets
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to stroll the wharf, visit Artspace and enjoy the toddler pool without rushing
Baby-Friendly Activities in Finger Wharf
Stroller-friendly heritage walk:
Walk the full 410 m timber deck of the world’s longest timber-pile wharf
Tip: Use the gentle ramps and pause at benches to enjoy harbour views
Visit Artspace gallery:
Explore free contemporary art on the ground floor of The Gunnery
Tip: Take the lift to access all galleries easily with a pram
Toddler pool at Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool:
Swim in the heated 20 m shallow pool designed for babies and toddlers
Tip: Bring recognised aqua-nappies and stay within arm’s reach of your child
Baby-change at L’Expresso House:
Use the café’s unisex toilet with baby-change table
Tip: Buy a coffee to access the facility and relax at a table
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Finger Wharf
- Pack sun protection: Bring hats, sunscreen and a pram cover for shade
- Check toilet map: Use the National Public Toilet Map for baby-change locations
- Book pool slot: Reserve your pool time online to skip queues
Reviews of Finger Wharf
Alison Wood
Great apartment, close to everything, pubs and restaurants. Easy walks. Great night at the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday, to see Ten Tenors, what a wonderful time we had, singing along. Loved it. Thanks.❤
Kahiau Hosoda
Great location to stay. Warf has many sculptures and restaurants. Walking distance to Sydney Opera House, Botanical Gardens and water ferries.
Thierry Vermeire
Amazing place to visit. Go inside if you have time, you can see all the old structure from the past. Very nice restaurants on the side
Jet_Set_Gypsea
A cute place for a sunset drink, bite or a walk down the long jetty. Relaxed atmosphere nice selection of little bars and restaurants to choose from. A nice quiet place away from the mayhem to relax at the end of the day.
Nerine Cummins
Located at 6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺 This is such a wonderful and historic place to come, even if it’s just for a walk. I have been several times now and have always enjoyed returning. The views are fantastic with the Naval Facilities on Garden Island on one side and the Gardens and homes on the other. The sculptures along the boardwalk and inside the w...
When is the best time to visit Finger Wharf (Sydney, Australia)?
In summer, start early to avoid peak sun and use pram sunshades; in winter, wear layers for harbour breezes
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Heritage walk | AUD 0 |
| Artspace entry | AUD 0 |
| Pool family entry | AUD 21 |
| Coffee at café | AUD 6 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 27 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Finger Wharf
Address: 6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011, Australia
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Phone Number
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