Activities
Tennis
With arguably the best view from a tennis court in Sydney, the Cockatoo Island grass court is a beautiful location for a game. The tennis court is located on the upper island with views of the city and Harbour Bridge. It is available for hire. Rates are just $10 per hour with an additional $10 for racket hire. Booking is essential. Contact the Cockatoo Island Campground Office on (02) 8898 9774.
Please note: the tennis court is being re-turfed with instant lawn and will be out of service until the end of October.
Cockatoo Island Tennis Court - Conditions of Hire [PDF - 35KB]
Audio Tour
Don't forget to take an audio tour of the island while you are visiting. Available for just $5 from the Muster Station, the tour will tell you the fascinating stories behind Sydney's most unusual island.
Ships Ahoy Treasure Trail for Kids
Hey kids, collect your free treasure map from the Muster Station Visitor Office when you arrive, then head out to find rusty cranes, enormous docks and gigantic old workshops. You'll find the Muster Station just near the entrance after you alight from the ferry. Say hello to our volunteers and ask them for your treasure map. Find all the treasures and return to the Muster Station for your reward!
Activity Booklet
You might want to print this activity booklet before you visit so you can impress your friends and family with all the info about Cockatoo Island.
Talks & Speakers
We can bring Cockatoo Island to you! Our speakers can provide your community group with a fascinating presentation, free of charge. Enjoy a talk that covers our former colonial, military and convict sites, colourful and little known tales, and historic photographs. Talks include not only Cockatoo Island but also Headland Park, North Head Sanctuary and Macquarie Lighthouse.
Our volunteer team of speakers provide free educational talks to groups across the Sydney metropolitan area and Central Coast. The presenters come equipped with their own electronic equipment and only require access to power, a blank wall or screen and an enthusiastic audience. They provide talks on a regular basis to community groups such as Rotary, Lions, Probus and Historical Societies. A minimum of 20 people in attendance is requested.
For further information and to make a booking please call Public Programs Coordinator on (02) 8969 2112 or email info@harbourtrust.gov.au
Staying on Cockatoo? Things to do around the Harbour
Visitors staying in the historic houses or the campground can use Cockatoo Island as a base to explore Sydney and its harbourside suburbs.
