City: Norfolk Island
Top Things to do in Norfolk Island
What to do and see in Norfolk Island, Australia: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
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
Overall Ratings
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. Pitcairn Settlers Village
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5.0 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By NellyDare - Toowoomba, Australia
We visited in December 2020. Dinty was our guide. She is very passionate about history and it is very obvious she had a special friendship and admiration for Marie Bailey, which makes the tour even more personal and special. The tour includes the history of the Pitcairn settlement intertwined with the story of Marie Bailey, the amazing woman who brought tourism to Norfolk Island. The amount of items on display was mind boggling and we could actually touch and feel them (not locked away in cabinets like most museums). Things that come to mind are the whale vertebrae used as a milking stool, the old gramophone which Dinty played for us, the replica whaling boat, and the blacksmith's bellows. We also did a short tour in a 1928 tourist 'bus' around the property where Dinty showed us the different crops grown there and explained how they grow, and how to cook them. She even showed us the easy way to get on and off the bus which made it very enjoyable for a lot of the older folks on the tour. It was a terrific afternoon. We believe there is a new night-time tour being planned and we hope to do that if its up and running on our return in August 2021.
4. Emily Bay
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5.0 based on 826 reviews
Reviewed By reise686 - Sydney, Australia
Beautiful beach good snorkeling great views of Nepean and Phillip Islands. At one end the Salt house and at the other end the Lone Pine.
5. Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area
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5.0 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By 783JohnM783 - Geelong, Australia
The past nearly comes alive when you wander around these areas, particularly if you have a local guide giving a run down on past events. Today it is beautiful, but there was a time when it was the most severe hell-hole of a prison in the British Empire. There is an aura about it that can only be experienced by being there. You cannot feel it from pictures in a book.
6. Norfolk Island Cemetery
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5.0 based on 488 reviews
Reviewed By olderchook - East Maitland, Australia
Shows how rough early Norfolk Islander had it. A good incite into length of life in both Penal settlements & when the Pitcainers arrived. So sad children only surviving for short lengths of time
7. The Hilli Goat
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
Visit our stunning cliff top property at Anson Bay to learn the history of the property & business. Pick our lunch from the edable garden learn about seasonal organic living. Meet the cheeky goats & watch the milking. See how the cheese is made and then sit down to a feast of homegrown & home cooked food, sample the delicious Hilli Goats Cheese and enjoy our beautiful sea views over a wine.
Reviewed By tinamJ2689NY
This is a MUST when travelling to beautiful Norfolk Island. Emily and her family welcome you into her home for an incredible meal with the most delightful views. A small tour of the goat farm and some history about the farm first then lunch is served. Everything is fresh from the farm and you can tell!! Amazing food and service...thank you Emily and Zach and family for the lovely experience!!
8. Captain Cook's Monument
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4.5 based on 468 reviews
Reviewed By mikedh111 - Hobart, Australia
Magnificent scenery in a well kept and maintained area. This area has toilets, seats, tables and a barbecue area. A short walk to the Captain Cook landing monument and a further walk to a viewing platform providing excellent views of the surrounding cliffs and small islands/rocky outcrops. Different species of native birds were interesting to watch and kept us engaged for some time. You could also explore the cliff top walking tracks but would need a reasonable level of agility and fitness, however a visit to this attraction is a must do when on Norfolk Island.
9. Mount Pitt
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4.5 based on 405 reviews
Reviewed By peter1638 - Melbourne, Australia
Ten minutes drive from Burnt Pine, you can park your car half way up the mountain and walk the rest of the way or drive to the top where you will be greeted with stunning views. From there you can walk the further 500m to Mount Bates which is sightly higher than Mount Pitt.
10. Cresswell Bay
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By walkasone - Brisbane, Australia
This is a great little beach with a well maintained boardwalk from the parking area down to the beach. Access appears to be limited when it is raining or wet as the vehicle access road is dirt and steep. You might be lucky to have the beach all to yourself. Also known as Bumbora Beach.
