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Lighthouse tours in NSW national parks

Explore 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.

Smokey Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park. Photo: And The Trees Photography © DPE

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Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: David Finnegan

Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour

Enjoy a guided tour of Barrenjoey Lighthouse, near Palm Beach, almost any Sunday. 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.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When
Available on request.

Tours generally run every Sunday.

Tour times: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. Tours run for 30 mins.

Where
Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
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Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park. Credit: Louise Walpole/DCCEEW ©DCCEEW

Smoky Cape Lighthouse tour

Walk alongside a NPWS ranger on a fascinating tour of Smoky Cape lighthouse, the highest lighthouse in New South Wales. Take in the stunning coastal scenery along the way.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

2026 tours:

  • 6 June
  • 1, 4, 8, 11 and 15 July
  • 1 August
  • 5, 23, 26 and 30 September
  • 3 and 7 October
  • 7 November
  • 5 December

Tour times:

  • 10am to 10.45am
  • 11am to 11.45am
  • 12pm to 12.45pm

Arrive at least 10 mins before your tour starts, to give yourself time to walk up to the lighthouse.

Where
Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park
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Aerial view of Green Cape Lighthouse, Beowa National Park. Photo: Jessica Bray © the photographer

Green Cape Lighthouse guided tour

Tour the newly reinstated Green Cape Lighthouse in Beowa National Park, near Eden. Hear stories of disaster and survival and enjoy shore-based whale watching and breathtaking views.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When
  • 15 August 2026, 10am to 11.30am and 12pm to 1.30pm, International Lighthouse Weekend special tours
  • 1 and 8 October 2026, 10am to 11.30am
  • 18 October 2026, 10am to 11.30am and 12pm to 1.30pm, Eden Whale Festival special tours
Where
Green Cape Lighthouse, Green Cape area
Operated by
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More lighthouse adventures

Smoky Cape lighthouse, Hat Head National Park. Photo: David Finnegan/OEH

Lighthouses of NSW

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.

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