History
Cockatoo Island
Sydney Harbour, New South Wales
A convict-built island in the middle of the harbour, reached by ferry.
- Price
- Free entry, ferry fare and camping fees apply
- Booking
- Best to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
Cockatoo Island is a UNESCO-listed convict and shipbuilding site in Sydney Harbour. Walk through tunnels, old workshops and convict-built barracks. Guided and self-guided options. Camping and glamping are available overnight.
Good to know
- Ferry from Circular Quay or Barangaroo
- Bring a picnic, food options are limited
- Camping is popular on weekends
- Best time
- Weekdays
- Getting there
- Ferry only
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Kitchen
- Showers
- Toilets
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