City: Norfolk Island
Top Things to do in Norfolk Island
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At first glance, it’s hard to believe that vibrant Norfolk Island could have a dark past. Yet during the 19th century, the now-peaceful Australian retreat was a convict colony, home to criminals who’d been banished into exile. Today, the archaeological remains of the penal colony have UNESCO World Heritage status and are revered for their historical significance. You can visit the settlement’s remains, an eerie yet beautiful collection that includes a jail, a cemetery, lumbar yard and salt house.
Restaurants in Norfolk Island
1. St. Barnabas Chapel
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5.0 based on 667 reviews
Reviewed By I115UFlindar - Brisbane, Australia
Well worth a visit, this chapel is beautiful with an interesting story of why and when it was built.
2. Fletcher's Mutiny Cyclorama
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5.0 based on 806 reviews
This amazing 360° panoramic painting lets you discover how the world's most famous mutiny created the Norfolk Island community.
Reviewed By janandpat2018 - Melbourne, Australia
Before I visited this attraction, I did wonder if the $15 admission fee was too high for what I expected. It exceeded all my expectations. Two local artists spent 2 years creating this enormous panoramic painting with incredible realism and historical artwork. The sound effects and music enhance the experience. You feel as if you are present in Norfolk's history. A 3D effect and storyboards around it - make it feel very real. A "Not To Be Missed" attraction.
3. Norfolk Bath & Body
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Norfolk Bath & Body is one of Norfolk Island's favourite retail stores. You will find locally made soap bars, cupcake soaps & cake slice soaps (we are famous for these)...plus we also stock an amazing range of luxury candles and body products sourced from all over the world. We are the duty free Australian & New Zealand Exclusive Agent for Marahlago Larimar jewellery from the Carribean.
4. The Ferny Lane Theatre
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Norfolk Island's community theatre offering movies on Friday, Saturday and Sunday as well as the historical play Trial of the Fifteen on Wednesday. Home of the Norfolk Island Theatre Festival in October every year.
5. Bounty Folk Museum
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Discover the amazing story of Norfolk Island in this quirky museum. The Bounty Folk Museum is a treasure chest of history, an Aladdins cave full of fantastic collections, excellent learning resources and inspiring information stretching back to 1788. The Bounty Folk Museum is the people's museum of Norfolk Island, situated on the corner of Queen Elizabeth Avenue and Middlegate Road, the museum is located in one of Norfolk Islands oldest shops built in 1918. As a civic museum for the island of Norfolk, the Bounty Folk Museum chronicles the history of the island and provides visitors with an intimate and informative glimpse into life on Norfolk Island during this time.
Reviewed By jackiehH4666RW - Beecroft, Australia
The owner is an absolute treasure to the island. She walked us through n was soooo proud of her rooms that were jam packed with memorabilia, antiques, pictures n bric a brac. Her late husband has hand written many many folders all on different subjects.
6. Protestant Chapel Maritime Museum
7. Reflections of Norfolk Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
GIFTS - HABERDASHERY - FABRICSQuilting fabrics - leading international designers OXFAM Fair-trade Gifts and food Pefect Potion: Aromatherapy based on certified organic essential oils Paw Paw and Hemp based skincare products Books and CD's Haberdashery and craft products
Reviewed By AnnY327 - Melbourne, Australia
We absolutely loved our week on Norfolk Island in March .The people are so friendly ,and the scenery is spectacular. It’s the perfect place for a safe, happy and interesting holiday . The complicated history of the island is amazing . We stayed at Castaway units and were spoilt with the hospitality of the owners,the food , and the accomodation . Highly recommend a holiday on this lovely ,happy island
8. The Local Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 66 reviews
A small art gallery offering original artworks as well as souvenir postcards and canvas prints. Ideal souvenirs of your wonderful trip to Norfolk Island. A special feature is the watercolour lessons offered, useful for beginners or accomplished artists. Personal lessons with just one or two people to give the best value for your investment. A great way to surprise your grandchildren.
Reviewed By paulabU7362PO
Local artist paints onto material, beautiful artwork that you can wear. Canvas art was amazing, well worth a visit
9. Norfolk Island Liqueurs
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By stephenmV2084TC - Greater Sydney, Australia
There was a great variety of very interesting and very nice liqueurs. The prices were very reasonable.
10. Gallery Guava
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Norfolk Island art gallery Gallery Guava displays a selection of artworks by a number of local Norfolk Island and visiting artists. Original Paintings, Glassware, Ceramics, Prints, Jewellery, Cards, Norfolk Island Gifts and Souvenirs made on the island.
Reviewed By RickyG48 - Sunshine Coast, Australia
A lovely gallery (next to the fabulous Hilli restaurant ) which has very tasteful paintings, prints, glassware and locally made mementos of your Norfolk Island holiday. We purchased a lovely print and realised we should have purchased another. We emailed, selected a print and it was going to be sent to us. Tracey was coming to Australia, Brisbane and we arranged to meet and collect it directly from her. Thanks so much.
