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If you live in Sydney, Cockatoo Island makes a great day trip. It is in the heart of Sydney Harbour and only a quick ferry ride from circular quay.  Cockatoo Island is a great place to explore  and has an amazing history. You will find 10 different convict sites on the island, which are all on the World Heritage List. 

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Cockatoo Island is a  former convict penal  so there are lots of buildings to explore. later  it was used as a ship dockyard however, today it is a popular arts and entertainment venue. It also plays host to the Biennale of Sydney.

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Cockatoo Island is also a great place to stay over night and offers a variety of accommodation including  a heritage home or you can camp on the waterfront camp ground. If you are bringing a picnic lunch, you can find a beautiful picnic spot with panoramic harbour views.  There are also two licensed cafés, Societé Overboard and the Marina Café plus a Bar for you to enjoy. 

 

Notes.

- You can only get to Cockatoo Island via ferry.

- If you love cranes then this is the place to come are explore them. 

- It is Open Daily and Free Entry.

- For more information click on the link ...https://www.cockatooisland.gov.au/en/