Access a piece of maritime heritage on a lighthouse tour in NSW national parks. Join an experienced guide and discover the captivating history of these towering masterpieces. Be regaled with dramatic stories that span hundreds of years as you uncover the building's forgotten secrets. Climb the stairs to the top, step out onto the balcony and enjoy spectacular coastal views. From here, you might also spot majestic marine animals, like whales, dolphins and seals. If you want to extend your stay, some lighthouses in NSW national parks offer accommodation in restored cottages.
Discover the captivating history of Point Stephens Lighthouse and Fingal Island on this tour with Aquamarine Adventures. Take in the incredible views and immerse yourself in this magical landscape in Tomaree National Park, near Nelson Bay.
Take a step back in time with this tour of Point Stephens Lighthouse and Fingal Island in Tomaree National Park. Hear fascinating stories of the island's history from a passionate local guide on this engaging outing with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises, near Nelson Bay.
Watch the sunrise from mainland Australia’s most easterly point on this guided walk with Wander Byron in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area. You’ll walk along beaches, climb through coastal rainforest and take in 360-degree ocean views from Cape Byron Lighthouse.
Contact Wander Byron for tour dates and times.
Walk alongside an NPWS ranger on an intimate tour of Smoky Cape lighthouse, the highest lighthouse in New South Wales. Take in the stunning coastal scenery, in your own small group.
Second Saturday of every month: 14 December 2024. 11 January, 8 February, 8 March, 12 April, 10 May, 14 June, 12 July, 9 August, 13 September, 11 October, 8 November, 13 December 2025.
Additional Wednesday dates: 8 ,15, 22 and 29 January, 16 and 23 April, 9 and 16 July, 1 and 8 October 2025.
Tour times: 8.30am, 9am, 9.45am, 10.15am, 11am, and 11.30am.
Each tour runs for 30 minutes. Arrive at least 10 mins before your tour starts, to give yourself time to walk up to the lighthouse.
Uncover the history of Green Cape Lighthouse on this guided tour in Beowa National Park, near Eden. Hear stories of disaster and survival and enjoy shore-based whale watching and breathtaking views.
2024 tour dates: Sunday 20 October 2024. Tour times: 9am to 10.30am and 11am to 12.30pm
2025 tour dates: Thursday 2, Thursday 9, Thursday 16 January and Tuesday 15 April 2025. Tour time: 10am to 11.45am
Enjoy a Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour any Sunday afternoon. It stands at Sydney's northern-most point. The views of Broken Bay, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the mighty Pacific are unforgettable.
Tours generally run every Sunday. Exceptions below.
Additional school holiday tour dates: Friday 19 April 2024.
Tour times: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. Tours run for 30 mins.
No tours on: Sunday 19 May 2024 and 20 April 2025 (Easter Sunday).
Love lighthouses? Explore the grand, historic lighthouses in NSW national parks. Take a tour or play keeper for the night in a restored lighthouse cottage.
Enjoy a unique NSW national park stay in a restored heritage lighthouse keeper's cottage with stunning coastline coastline views.
