La Perouse Sydney

La Perouse Sydney is a famous historical and indigenous heritage area and features several beaches on both Frenchmans Bay and Congwong Bay sides of the Cape.

Historical and cultural events and attractions include 19th-century military Fort at Bare Island (guided tours are available), Laperouse Museum and free Reptile Shows (Sunday afternoons).

Locals often catch shellfish and octopus which are commonly found in the rocks. Fishing and scuba diving are common activities here as well.

Parking is often hard to find.

The water is clean, especially at Congwong Bay.

On the way back take a scenic Prince of Wales Tourist Drive to the lookout at Molineaux Pt.

Bare Island

In 1885 concerned British colonists thought an invasions from Russians was imminent. Bare Island Fort was built to protect "Sydney's back door"- Botany Bay - thus settling the minds of the early settlers.

Enter a world of military pride, shocking scandals and hidden secrets. The big guns will be brought out to impress you on this tour!

You may recognise Bare Island as the location for some thrilling action sequences in a well know movie... visit to find out more!

On Sundays The Bare Island Fort is open for guided tours. Tickets can be purchased prior to the tour on site at the entrance to the Fort. Bookings not essential.

For group bookings over 20 people, please contact the National Parks and Wildlife Service on 02 9247 5033.

There are parking and picnic areas on the mainland at La Perouse monuments.

Activity:

Self-Guided.

Entity Facility:

Car park, Guide.

Experience:

Cultural, Educational Tourism, Historic/Heritage, Island, Nature based.

Enjoy a stunning La Perouse Scuba Diving video (takes a short while to buffer)