Guided Tours at Macquarie Lightstation
Macquarie Lightstation is Australia's longest continuously operating lighthouse. Although still a working lighthouse, Macquarie Lightstation holds open days every two months to give everyone the opportunity to explore its historic interior.
Macquarie Lighthouse Tour
When
Sundays 21 February, 18 April, 20 June, 15 August and 17 October 2010.
Time
Booked tours depart between 10 am - 4 pm
Where
Macquarie Lighthouse, Old South Head Road, Vaucluse
Description
Explore Australia's first and longest operating navigational light. Take a tour to learn about the history of this remarkable place and see magnificent harbour and city views from the top. Macquarie Lighthouse was originally built in 1818, and was designed by convict architect, Francis Greenway. The stone used in the lighthouse eroded and it was replaced by the current tower in 1883.
The lighthouse is still used for its original purpose - a guiding light for sailors showing the way to the harbour entrance.
Cost
$5 adult, $3 child/concession, $13 family (two adults and up to three concessions)
Bookings
Bookings essential. Phone (02) 8969 2100 - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Conditions
This walking tour includes climbing the 100 stairs to the top of the lighthouse.
