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

Sat & Sun

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

Times vary

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

11am

Select Sat nights

Dark Past Tour (all-ages)

As you visit iconic landmarks and buildings from different eras, our guide will blend history with mystery to captivate your imagination.

Cockatoo Island

6:30pm & 8:30pm

23 May to 14 June

Vivid Sydney discount: Save 10% off your stay

Looking for a unique way to experience Vivid Sydney? End your night with an island staycation in the heart of Sydney Harbour – and enjoy 10% off your stay!

Cockatoo Island

Varies

13 to 15 June

Fear Island – The Tunnels of Terror

Enter Cockatoo Island’s historic tunnels for a spine-chilling, interactive journey into its eerie convict past – if you dare.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 9pm

15 June

Sunday Sessions at Marina Cafe & Bar

Enjoy delicious food and drinks, breathtaking harbour views and free live music from talented jazz artist, Cassandra Oscar. Bookings are strongly encouraged.

Cockatoo Island

12pm to 3pm

1 July

Steam crane demonstration

Travel to the era when steam power ruled and see one of Cockatoo Island’s ‘Iron Giants’ in action!

Cockatoo Island

10:30am to 1:30pm

14 & 15 July

Kids photography workshop with the Australian National Maritime Museum

Book your kids into a one-day photography workshop where they’ll learn DSLR skills and exhibit their best shots at the Maritime Museum.

Cockatoo Island

10am to 4:30pm