What time does Cockatoo Island Open?
10am-4pm daily
Cockatoo Island is now open daily and entry is free. The Visitor Centre is open from 10am-4pm daily.
Is it worth going to Cockatoo Island?
Cockatoo Island was fascinating. The history of the island with the ship building and schools was very interesting, and lots of detailed signage so you knew what you were looking at. On top of all that the views across the harbour were great, and the ferry trip out and back always great.
Where is Cockatoo Island in Australia?
Sydney Harbour
Cockatoo Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the junction of the Parramatta and Lane Cove River in Sydney Harbour, New South Wales, Australia.
Is Cockatoo Island still open?
Cockatoo Island recently reopened to the public. In line with NSW Government’s roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions, eligible people can travel to our beloved destination. Plus, our accommodation is now available for guests and our program of guided tours resumes in December – book tickets now!
Can you swim to Cockatoo Island?
You could swim or kayak to Cockatoo Island, but most people take the ferry These leave from Circular Quay, of course, and from many other wharves around the Harbour.
Can you eat on Cockatoo Island?
Eat and drink Cockatoo Island features two family-friendly cafés, both of which are licensed to serve alcohol…
How often does the ferry go to Cockatoo Island?
Daily trips most often run about every 1 hour. Daily trips have at most 6 stops with a total travel time of about 28 minutes. Weekdays includes travel to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Woolwich Wharf, Circular Quay Wharf 5, Circular Quay Wharf 4, and Circular Quay Wharf 2.
Is there a bus from Circular Quay to Cockatoo Island?
The F3 and F8 services operate to Cockatoo Island daily, departing from Circular Quay and Barangaroo as well as from wharves along Parramatta River. For further information, including timetables, visit the Transport NSW website.
What do you need to know about Cockatoo Island?
Cockatoo Island has wheelchair access, toilet facilities (including accessible toilets), vending machines, barbeques, showers, an Opal card top-up machine, a kitchen (for exclusive use by campers), free Wi-Fi (enquire at the Visitor Centre) and gold coin operated lockers.
Do you need Opal card to take Parramatta ferry?
Fares are covered by the system. If you don’t have an Opal card, you can use your credit card to tap on at the ferry wharf before you board your ferry and tap off after you arrive at your destination. Just look for the brightly coloured Opal validators or entry gates at the entrance and exit to each ferry wharf.