Guided tours of North Head Sanctuary

Defence of Sydney Tour

Cost: From $8 | Duration: 1 hour 45mins | When: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm and 2pm every Sunday  | Online bookings encouraged

Walk in the footsteps of those who served at North Fort, a former army base that once protected Sydney Harbour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will descend into the 200-metre-long military tunnel complex and discover heritage gun emplacements and the secret underground bunker: The Plotting Room.

Third Quarantine Cemetery Tour

Cost: From $8 | Duration: 60 mins | Hours: 11am to 12pm, select Sundays

The Third Quarantine Cemetery was established in 1881 for victims of a smallpox epidemic. During this tour, a knowledgeable guide will share stories of those who succumbed to small pox, the plague and other epidemics. You will also experience the natural beauty of this final resting place, including unspoiled views of Sydney Harbour.

Talking Object and Animal Tour (free)

Awaken history with our self-guided Talking Object and Animal Tour. When you visit North Head Sanctuary in Manly, keep an eye out for our green "Hello" signs. Speak directly to iconic objects about their incredible stories OR have your visitor questions answered by our talking animals.