Guided Tours at Macquarie Lightstation
The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust holds guided tours of the interior of Macquarie Lightstation every two months. As the Macquarie Lightstation site will soon be remediated, there are no more tours for 2010.
Macquarie Lighthouse Tour
When
The next lighthouse tour is Sunday, 27 November 2011.
This is the last tour day for 2011. Check the website next year for 2012 tour dates.
Time
Booked tours depart between 10 am - 4 pm. Tours take 20 minutes approximately.
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.
