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Rooftop pickleball courts at Broadway with the Sydney CBD skyline behind
Sydney CBD

Pickleball, minutes from the Sydney CBD

The closest open-air courts to the city — on the rooftop at Broadway, a short walk from Central. Head straight from work, play under lights, and skip the trip to the suburbs.

Why the CBD plays here

City-close pickleball, on a rooftop

If you are weighing up where to play pickleball in Sydney, the deciding factor from the city is simple: how quickly can you get on court. From the CBD, this is as close as it gets.

The closest rooftop courts to the city

Broadway sits right on the southern edge of the CBD. For anyone working, studying or living in the city, it is the most reachable pickleball there is — no long trip out to the suburbs.

Made for after work

Open until 10pm and fully floodlit, so a 6pm finish in the city means a 6:20 game on the rooftop. Courts are available every day, 7am – 10pm.

No car needed

A short walk from Central and Railway Square, with buses running along Broadway all day. One of the few Sydney courts you can reach on foot from the city.

Open-air, with the skyline

Open-air courts on a rooftop with the skyline in view — the same city you just walked out of, seen from above.

Broadway is one venue in the wider story of rooftop pickleball in Sydney — this page is for players coming in from the city.

Getting here

From the city to the rooftop

Broadway sits at the southern edge of the CBD, where the city meets Glebe and Ultimo. Here is how long it takes from where you already are.

  • ~15 min walk

    Central Station

    Straight up Broadway, or a few minutes on any bus heading west.

  • ~10 min walk

    Railway Square

    The closest major bus interchange — buses run along Broadway constantly.

  • ~10 min by bus

    Town Hall

    Frequent buses down George Street and along Broadway.

  • ~15 min walk

    Haymarket & Chinatown

    An easy walk through the southern end of the city.

  • ~8 min walk

    UTS & Central Park

    Right on your doorstep if you study or work around Broadway.

Travel times are approximate. Parking is available in the Broadway Sydney centre car park if you are driving, but from the CBD you rarely need to.

Court hire

Book by the hour

No membership, up to four players per court, equipment provided. Booked online through Clubspark.

Peak

$30 per hour

  • Weekdays 5pm–10pm
  • Weekends 7am–5pm

Off-peak

$25 per hour

  • Weekdays 7am–5pm
  • Weekends 5pm–10pm
Find us

On the roof of Broadway

Where the city meets Glebe and Ultimo — a short walk from Central, on the southern edge of the CBD.

1 Bay Street, Glebe NSW 2037 Rooftop level, Broadway Sydney

  • A short walk from Central Station and Railway Square.
  • Buses along Broadway and Parramatta Road stop at the centre.
  • Driving? Park up to Level 3 of the Broadway Shopping Centre car park.

Open 7 days · 7am – 10pm

Wide view of the rooftop pickleball courts at Broadway looking towards the Sydney CBD
Good to know

Pickleball in the city, answered

The questions we get from players coming in from the CBD.

Is there pickleball in the Sydney CBD?

The closest dedicated pickleball to the Sydney CBD is Broadway Pickleball, on the rooftop at Broadway on the southern edge of the city — a short walk from Central Station and Railway Square. The courts are open-air, floodlit, and open seven days.

Where is the closest pickleball court to the city?

Broadway Pickleball, at 1 Bay Street, Glebe NSW 2037, is about a 15-minute walk from Central Station on the edge of the CBD. It is one of the few pickleball courts you can reach on foot from the city centre.

How do I get to Broadway Pickleball from the CBD?

Walk up Broadway from Central Station (around 15 minutes), or take any westbound bus along George Street and Broadway. Railway Square is the closest major bus interchange, about a 10-minute walk away.

Is the pickleball indoor or outdoor?

Outdoor. All courts are open-air on the rooftop, which is exactly what gives you the skyline views. They are floodlit for evening play, but bring sun protection during the day, and note that play is affected by wet weather.

Can I play after work in the city?

Yes — this is the ideal after-work option for the CBD. The courts are open until 10pm and fully floodlit, so you can head straight from the office and play into the evening.

How much does it cost?

Court hire is $30 per hour peak and $25 per hour off-peak, booked online through Clubspark. Social sessions and coaching are booked separately in the Play Pickle app.

From the office to the rooftop

Play in the city tonight

Courts from $25 an hour, open until 10pm, minutes from Central. Grab a slot and head straight up after work.

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