Getting to NIDA

Sydney

NIDA Kensington

Our Sydney campus is located on Anzac Parade in Kensington and offers state-of-the-art theatres and dedicated learning spaces.

NIDA
215 Anzac Parade
Kensington, Sydney, NSW 2033

We advise the use of public transport.

The L3 light rail Kingsford Line runs south from Circular Quay, with stops at Town Hall, Central Station and right outside NIDA on Anzac Parade. Alternatively, there is a free public car park at the end of the L3 line at the Juniors Kingsford stop. This is two stops from the NIDA light rail stop.

Buses run regularly from Central Station, Green Square Station, Bondi Junction and various locations around the inner-city suburbs.

Parking and traffic conditions around NIDA can change. To plan your journey, visit Trip Planner for more information or phone 131 500.

Drop off zones

The ‘No Parking’ zone on Anzac Parade, directly outside of NIDA’s main entrance, can be used as a taxi, Uber or quick drop area (limit of 2 minutes). For safety purposes, drivers must remain in the vehicle and the use of hazard lights is recommended when stopping. Drivers registered under the NSW Mobility Parking Scheme may stop in the Drop Off zone for up to 5 minutes.

A 5-minute parking space on Day Avenue, approximately 20 metres east of Houston Road is available, for pick-up and drop off, approximately 300m from NIDA’s entrance.

Parking

Street parking options are available in the streets surrounding NIDA.

The UNSW multi-story Barker St Car Park is a 10 minute walk from NIDA and is available as paid parking from 7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. All other times, including on weekends, the Barker St Car Park is free to the public. This car park has an accessible lift and 9 mobility parking bays. Visit Parkopedia for other paid parking options.

We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes prior to performance and course starting times as it can take more than 10 minutes to park, get to NIDA and be seated in time.

Please note: The UNSW carpark on Anzac Parade is no longer available due to UNSW/Iglu’s construction, which commenced in October 2025. The construction period is estimated to be between 3-4 years.

Melbourne

NIDA Melbourne, Balam Balam Place

Getting There

Balam Balam Place

15 Phoenix Street, Brunswick 3056

Public Transport

Route 19 tram
Get off at the Glenlyon Rd/Sydney Rd or Brunswick Town Hall/Sydney Rd intersection. Walk East along Dawson St and turn right into Saxon St.
Route 506 bus
Get off at the Sydney Rd/Glenlyon Rd bus stop. Walk East along Dawson St and turn right into Saxon St.
Brunswick Station on the Upfield train line
Get off at Brunswick Station. Walk South down the Upfield Bike Path and turn left at Phoenix St.

Parking
There is easily accessible public all-day car parking to the south on Dawson Street, across the road from the Brunswick Baths. Visitors can also use the Woolworths car park on Phoenix Street for up to 90 minutes for free, with paid parking after that. Limited two-hour on-street parking is available nearby.

Bikes
There is a dedicated secure undercover bike parking lot on site. Ask the friendly staff for access to lockers and end-of-trip facilities.

For further information visit https://balambalamplace.com.au/frequently-asked-questions/