It’s that time of the year again for the most wonderful holiday season! Sydney is already brimming with Christmas vibes, so don’t miss capturing these extraordinary photo spots!
The best places to get Santa Photos in Sydney
Gingerbread House
The ceiling of Christmas photos in Sydney! Five fantastic spots: Christmas Tree Lane, a massive Christmas tree in the centre, Santa’s chair, a vintage truck, and gingerbread people.
Date: Nov 2 – Dec 25
Location: The Grounds of Alexandria
Fee: Free Admission
QVB Giant Christmas Tree
Different from previous years, this year’s decorations are exquisite, creating a beautiful background! The best photo spot is on the second floor, without railings, capturing the top and full-body photos. The best time for photos is when the lights turn pink, purple, and red!
Date: Nov – Dec
Location: Inside QVB
Fee: Free Admission
The Rocks Christmas Wonderland
Cozy, snow-white miniature houses mimic The Rocks’ landmark buildings, with little people peeking through the windows, creating a magical elf palace! (Suggested to wear light-colored clothes for photos.)
Date: Dec 12-25
Location: The Rocks
Fee: Free Admission
Hunter Valley Christmas Lights Spectacular
The Southern Hemisphere’s largest Christmas lights show! Explore 10 Hunter Valley themed gardens during the day, and enjoy the dazzling Christmas cottages and sparkling Christmas trees at night. Perfect lighting for stunning photos!
Date: Nov 3, 2023 – Jan 28, 2024, 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm (last entry at 9:00 pm)
Location: Hunter Valley Gardens
Fee: Lights Spectacular: Adults $38, Children $28
Garden + Lights Spectacular: Adults $55, Children $44
Amusements: $6/ride, $30/6 rides
Santa’s Christmas Train
The vintage steam train is absolutely cool! Riding with Santa not only offers a scenic journey but also gifts for the little ones. Grab the chance to have a photo with Santa; book your tickets now!
Date: Nov 25-26 & Dec 2-3
Location: Thirlmere
Fee: Adults $35, Children $15
