Further Distractions
Rose Seidler House
Built between 1948 and 1950, Rose Seidler House is one of Australia's most uncompromising modernist homes. With glass walls and a sun-filled deck, there are panoramic views of Ku-ring-gai National Park from almost every corner of the house. The house has been restored to its original scheme, with 1950s furnishings and objects.
71 Clissold Road, Wahroonga
Tel: (02) 9989 8020. Fax: (02) 9487 2761.
Website: www.hht.nsw.gov.au/MUSEUMS/rsh.html
Transport: Train to Wahroonga.
Opening hours: Sun only 1000-1700.
Admission: A$7 (concessions available).
Centennial Parklands
A grand park in the European tradition, the Centennial Parklands feature landscaped gardens, statues, historic monuments and houses, ponds, formal gardens, wildlife habitat areas and grand avenues. There is a restaurant and café and facilities for every active pursuit under the sun.
Website: www.cp.nsw.gov.au
Transport: Bus 378, 380, 382 or L82 to Paddington/Woollahra Gates; bus 357 or 359 to Musgrave Avenue Gates; bus 355 to Jervois/Showground Gates; bus 339 or 340 to Randwick/Govett Gates.
Opening hours: Daily 0600-1800 (Mar-Apr and Sep-Oct); daily 0630-1730 (May-Aug); daily 0600-2000 (Nov-Feb).
Admission: Free.
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