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

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 to 12pm

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

5 May

Steam crane demonstration

Visitors may see one of the cranes in action in the morning as it undergoes a brief maintenance operation.

Cockatoo Island

10am to 1:30pm

9 May

Behind Closed Doors Tour

Celebrate the 2026 National Trust Australian Heritage Festival with an exclusive tour of Cockatoo Island, including it's historic Powerhouse.

Cockatoo Island

9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm

19 May

Steam crane demonstration

See a demonstration of a one of Cockatoo Island's heritage steam cranes. Steam and spectacle – plus some toots and whistles – guaranteed!

Cockatoo Island

10:30am to 1:30pm

NYE 2026 period

New Year's Eve accommodation

Book New Year’s Eve accommodation at Cockatoo Island and spend the biggest night of the year in the heart of Sydney Harbour!

Cockatoo Island

Varies