What's on calendar

Saturdays

Convict Prison Tour (all-ages)

During this tour, our guide will lead you through the turbulent history of the island's former penal establishment.

Cockatoo Island

1:30pm to 2:30pm

Saturdays & Sundays

Island Highlights Tour (all-ages)

Want a crash course in Cockatoo Island's history? This guided tour charts the island's transformation and different uses across time.

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Saturdays & Sundays

Shipyard Tales Tour (all-ages)

Journey through 134 years of maritime history at Cockatoo Island and discover key landmarks from the former dockyard.

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Saturdays

Curious Tales Family Tour (all-ages)

As you explore the lower island, you’ll laugh and gasp as we introduce you to a weird and wacky bunch of real-life characters and creatures.

Cockatoo Island

5:30pm to 6:30pm

Saturdays

Dark Past Tour (15+)

On this exciting new tour, we’ll unearth the island’s raw, unfiltered truths as you explore the former convict prison and dockyard.

Cockatoo Island

7:30pm to 8:45pm

Sundays

Defence of Sydney Tour (all-ages)

The Defence of Sydney Tour is an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the men and women who served at North Fort.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10:30am and 11:30am

25 May to 13 June

Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruise

Experience Vivid Sydney from the water aboard a spacious 3-level catamaran with licensed bars. Note: Only available as an add-on when booking Cockatoo Island accommodation online.

Cockatoo Island

4:30pm to 8:30pm

13 June

First Nations Walk and Weave Tour

Join Koori Kinnections for an immersive First Nations-led 90-minute walking tour and weaving session. Presented as part of Global Wellness Day Sydney.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10am to 11:30am

13 June

Discover Macquarie Lighthouse Tour

A knowledgeable guide will share the history and recent developments behind this iconic Sydney landmark.

Macquarie Lightstation, Vaucluse

10:30am, 11:15am, 12pm, 1:15pm, 2pm & 2:45pm