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This all-ages tour charts the changing face of Cockatoo Island. As you visit key landmarks from bygone eras, our guide will reveal how they fit into the island’s historical narrative. They will also share anecdotes about a colourful cast of real-life characters, including convicts, wayward youths and dock workers.
Note: Sandstone to Steel Tours will be available until 15 December 2023. We look forward to offering these tours again from 15 January 2024.
Book tickets for our regular Sunday tour or arrange a tour for your group.
Our all-ages Sandstone to Steel Tour runs from 11am to 12pm on Saturdays and 1:30pm to 2:30pm on Sundays. Tickets are $26 per adult, $16 per child and $16 per concession holder.
Note: Sandstone to Steel Tours will be available until 15 December 2023. We look forward to offering these tours again from 15 January 2024.
Looking to arrange our Sandstone to Steel Tour for either a large group or your friends and family? Probus groups, tour operators and other interested parties are invited to complete our large group tour request form. A minimum purchase of 10 tickets applies.
*Due to current high levels of demand, we are unable to book any private or on demand tours less than 14 days in advance of the tour date. Bookings subject to guide availability.
Note: Our weekday on-demand tours will be available until 15 December 2023. We look forward to offering these tours again from 15 January 2024.
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Suitable walking shoes and wet weather clothing (if needed).
For information about getting here, including by public transport, see: Visit us.
To exchange your ticket(s) or request a refund, please contact our ticket solutions provider, Ticketbooth, via their support webpage: support.ticketbooth.com.au/contact/
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Cockatoo Island is one of 11 historic sites that together form the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property.
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