North Head Quarantine Station
A fascinating historic site at North Head near Manly in Sydney, rated 4.7 across more than 220 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The North Head Quarantine Station (Q Station) sits on North Head Scenic Drive at Manly, on the dramatic headland within Sydney Harbour National Park. A fascinating, much-loved historic site, it's a genuinely intriguing destination — a beautifully preserved former quarantine station, rich with history, set on a stunning headland with spectacular harbour views, the kind of atmospheric, story-filled site that draws history lovers and the curious.
The appeal is that combination of genuine, fascinating history and a stunning setting: exploring the preserved quarantine buildings, learning the stories of those who passed through, and taking in the spectacular views over the harbour and the city, all on the beautiful North Head. With its history, heritage tours (including its famous ghost tours) and gorgeous setting, it's a distinctive and memorable Sydney experience.
With a 4.7 rating from more than 220 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved site. Tours, opening hours, admission, any ghost tours or experiences and bookings vary, so it's worth checking current details and booking ahead where needed before you go — particularly for a specific tour — then enjoying the history and harbour views at the North Head Quarantine Station.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 85
- Popularity
- 71
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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