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Macquarie Lighthouse Tours

Historic picture of Macquarie LighthouseMacquarie Lighthouse was built in 1818

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.

When: Sunday 27 June 2004, 10am-4pm

Cost: $5 adults, $3 concession/child, $13 family (2 adults and up to 3 children)

Bookings essential and strictly limited, phone (02) 8969 2131 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Getting there

Macquarie Lightstation is situated on Old South Head Road in Vaucluse. There is usually some parking available on the road outside the lighthouse.

You can catch the 324 bus from Circular Quay. Public transport information.

Picture of kids activities at Macquarie LigthhouseKids activities at a lighthouse open dayMacquarie Lighthouse was originally built in 1818, designed by convict architect, Francis Greenway. The stone used in the lighthouse eroded and the current tower was built in 1883 to replace the original.

lThe lighthouse is still used for its initially intended purpose - as a guiding light for sailors showing the way to the harbour entrance.

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