Cockatoo Island Travel Guide

Sydney

An aerial view of a fortified island with historical buildings, a marina with boats, and a distant bridge.
A concrete pathway with rusted metal sculptures resembling horses, a rocky cliff, and a water tower in the background.
A stone building with a triangular roof and a circular emblem, surrounded by a sandy courtyard.
A life-sized astronaut statue overlooking a waterfront with houses and boats in the background.
A cityscape with a large mural on a building, a construction crane, and modern skyscrapers in the background.

Things to do

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

฿1,190
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

฿1,479
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge

BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge

฿7,538
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

฿742
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

฿2,041
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
SYDNEY HARBOUR ALL-INCLUSIVE DINNER CRUISE

Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

฿3,688
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise
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Top hotels in Cockatoo Island

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is ฿10,697 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿10,697
฿11,766 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,238 reviews)
"Smooth check in and out, very friendly front desk staff! Room was clean but lacking in amenities, you need to call housekeeping to get toothbrushes and toothpaste. One thing that makes me furious is that ,they tried to charge my bank account for minibar consuming, but I didn’t consume any of it. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is ฿6,632 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,632
฿7,295 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,769 reviews)
"Room is clean"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
47 Wentworth Ave Sydney NSW
The price is ฿7,985 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿7,985
฿8,784 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (954 reviews)
"This is such a cool hotel. Small room doesn’t even feel that small. Comfortable and modern. Staff are really friendly. Well priced too. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Ace Hotel Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is ฿6,397 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿6,397
฿7,036 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is ฿4,178 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,178
฿4,596 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
The price is ฿6,610 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿6,610
฿7,272 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
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Where to stay in Cockatoo Island

Find the best Cockatoo Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

Sydney Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Darling Harbour

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

A large, arched building with multiple entry points, including signs for 'Entry' and 'No entry'.

Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Qudos Bank Arena while you're exploring the area.

The Sydney Harbour Bridge at night, illuminated with lights, with the Sydney Opera House in the background.

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

A building with festive lights and a large Christmas tree.
Photo by Jason Nichol/Paramatta City Council
Open Photo by Jason Nichol/Paramatta City Council

Parramatta

Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and Riverside Theatres while you're in town.

Cockatoo Island Travel Guide