Take a stroll along George Street to discover 12 larger-than-life animal signs of the lunar zodiac.
Explore the Lunar Lanterns from Saturday 29 January to Sunday 13 February 2022.
The Lunar Lanterns are a creative, contemporary interpretation of a centuries-old tradition.
Bring the whole family and get up close to these magnificent giant artworks.
Delight in modern technology blended with classic Chinese techniques as these magical lanterns light up George Street.
Lunar Tour
Find these magnificent giant artworks on the Lunar Tour.
The free, self-guided tour is available in the Sydney Culture Walks app.
Download from the App Store or on Google Play now.
Plan your night
The lanterns are grouped along 4 blocks – between King and Goulburn streets.
If you're travelling into the city by public transport, we suggest starting at Sydney Town Hall and making your way toward Haymarket.
After you’ve seen them all, grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants in Haymarket.
TripPlanner can help you plan your journey into the city.
Find all the Lunar Lanterns on Google Maps.
The Lanterns
- The Tiger
- The Rabbit
- The Pig
- The Snake
- The Rat
- The Sheep
- The Dog
- The Ox
- The Monkey
- The Rooster
- The Dragon
- The Horse
See all the Lunar New Year celebrations on offer in our city.
The City of Sydney is proud to partner with The Benevolent Society during Sydney Lunar Festival.
Audio descriptions
Listen to an audio description of each Lunar Lantern.