See and do 
Subscribe
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Harbour Trust, established in 2001 to protect heritage sites in Sydney. To celebrate this milestone, we are proud to share a series of compelling videos telling the Harbour Trust’s story from the perspective of our community.
Join us on Monday 18 October from 1pm for a DigiTalk on the military history of Headland Park, Mosman. Special guest, Chris Ballantine will delve into the three phases of the defence of Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour) between 1788 and 1945. He will also discuss the Australian Army units that have been based at Headland Park, Mosman and the role played by local fortifications, above and below ground. Today, Headland Park is managed by the Harbour Trust, which runs guided tours of the historic fortifications at Georges Heights.
DigiTalks is a series of online talks, virtual tours and webinars designed to keep you engaged at home, on your lunch break or wherever you may be! Running on select Wednesdays, DigiTalks are an opportunity for attendees to gain rich insights into not only our heritage destinations but also the world's best harbour. We invite you to register for one, or more, of our upcoming DigiTalks.
The Bondi to Manly Walk is an opportunity for Sydneysiders and visitors alike to experience the splendour of the World’s Greatest Harbour as part of a one-of-a-kind pilgrimage. Spanning 80km of harbour foreshore between two of Sydney’s most iconic surf beaches, the massive walk includes pit stops at heritage sites protected by the Harbour Trust.
Update (18/10/2021): Our court at Georges Heights is closed until further notice for repairs and maintenance work. Our court at Middle Head is still available for court hire.
Serve up a storm on our tennis court at Georges Heights, located along Suakin Drive near Georges Head Lookout. Court hire is $22 per hour with a minimum booking of one hour. Online booking is essential.
[Note: Players are required to comply with the NSW Government’s roadmap for easing restrictions as well as the latest guidance from Tennis Australia. Additionally, players must complete a COVID Safe check-in upon arrival at the court and check-out following their match.]
Update: Our tennis court at Middle Head will be available for court-hire from Monday 11 October.
Located at 1110 Middle Head Road, the Harbour Trust's grass court will make you feel like the king or queen of swing! Court hire is $22 per hour with a minimum booking of one hour. Online booking is essential.
[Note: Players are required to comply with the NSW Government’s roadmap for easing restrictions as well as the latest guidance from Tennis Australia. Additionally, players must complete a COVID Safe check-in upon arrival at the court and check-out following their match.]
Unable to visit our heritage sites on Sydney Harbour? Don't worry. The Harbour Trust has launched a collection of immersive exhibitions on the Google Arts & Culture platform, meaning people can experience our network of extraordinary places anytime, anywhere in the world. Jump online and marvel at the 'Iron Giants' of Cockatoo Island, explore the grounds of Australia's original lighthouse, descend into an underground military bunker once shrouded in secrecy... and so much more!
Complete your weekly grocery shop and enjoy the great outdoors at the Mosman Market – a country-style bazaar near Georges Heights Oval, Headland Park. The market operates every Wednesday from 8am to 2pm.
Update (11 October 2021): The market is trading with a full range of fruit and vegetables as well as plants (including flowers) and take-away food and coffee. Marketgoers must comply with the NSW Government's COVID-19 rules.
We are excited to be hosting Carmen on Cockatoo Island, an innovative, outdoor opera experience premiering in November 2022. It is Bizet’s gripping tale of fate and freedom, presented in an exciting new way – under the stars, against the backdrop of our iconic destination in the heart of Sydney Harbour.
Performances will run select nights between 25 November 2022 and 18 December 2022. Tickets are available from $79 (excl. booking fee).
Looking for activities to enjoy with friends and family in Sydney? Read our new blog, released to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the Harbour Trust, and discover the breadth of great experiences you can have at our beloved destinations on Sydney Harbour.
Unable to visit our heritage destinations in-person? Don’t worry! Introducing Digital Harbour – a curated collection of videos, articles and other online experiences that enables you to discover our protected sites and delve into their layered histories, no matter where you are in Australia... or the world!
Travel back to the era where steam ruled – attend an upcoming demonstration of one of our vintage steam cranes!
Visit overview
Cockatoo Island
Headland Park
Macquarie Lightstation
Marine Biological Station
North Head Sanctuary
Sub Base Platypus
Woolwich Dock and Parklands
