Things to do in Norfolk Island

25 things to do in Norfolk Island

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• Explore the Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area (KAVHA)

  Wander through a sprawling UNESCO World Heritage site that holds the haunting remains of the convict settlement, elegant Georgian buildings, and the backdrop of the Bounty mutineer descendants' arrival.

  Kingston

• Swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters of Emily Bay

  Float in a protected lagoon with powdery white sand and vibrant coral just metres from shore, perfect for spotting colourful reef fish.

  Kingston

• Walk across Bloody Bridge

  Cross this convict-built stone bridge and hear the grim legend of the overseer walled alive into its structure during its construction.

  Kingston

• Hike to the summit of Mount Pitt for panoramic views

  Climb the island's highest point inside Norfolk Island National Park to see the entire coastline, Phillip Island, and the endless Pacific Ocean.

  Mount Pitt Reserve

• Stroll the convict ruins of the New Gaol at Kingston

  Step inside the formidable pentagonal prison where hardened convicts endured brutal conditions, now a stark reminder of the island's penal colony past.

  Kingston

• Birdwatch for the endemic Green Parrot in Norfolk Island National Park

  Hike through dense subtropical forest listening for the bright green flash and chattering call of this rare parrot, found nowhere else on Earth.

  Norfolk Island National Park

• Reflect at the graves of Pitcairn Islanders in the Kingston Cemetery

  Visit the well-preserved headstones dating back to the 1800s, telling stories of the Bounty mutineer families who resettled here.

  Kingston

• Admire the stained-glass windows of St. Barnabas Chapel

  Enter this Melanesian Mission chapel built in 1880 to see exquisite floral stained-glass panels and a serene, wood-panelled interior.

  near Burnt Pine

• Taste local wines at Two Chimneys Wines

  Sip cool-climate wines on the verandah of a family-run winery, surrounded by vines with ocean glimpses and a platter of island produce.

  Two Chimneys, near Anson Bay

• Picnic beneath towering Norfolk Island Pines at Selwyn Reserve

  Spread a blanket among some of the island's oldest pines, with a view over Kingston's historic buildings and the ocean.

  Kingston

• Snorkel off Slaughter Bay at low tide

  Explore coral bommies and electric-blue starfish in a shallow, calm lagoon that was once a whaling station site.

  Kingston

• Visit the Norfolk Island Museum at the Pier Store

  Delve into the island's multilayered past, from Polynesian settlement to the Bounty saga, through artefacts inside a restored 1825 commissariat building.

  Kingston

• Stand at Captain Cook Lookout and watch seabirds soar

  Gaze over the rugged northern coastline from the very spot where Captain James Cook first sighted Norfolk Island in 1774.

  Mount Pitt Reserve

• Kayak along the dramatic coastline from Cascade to Rocky Point

  Paddle past sea caves, blowholes, and sheer volcanic cliffs, often joined by curious dolphins if the sea is calm.

  Cascade Bay

• Watch sunset paint the cliffs at Anson Bay

  Descend a steep track to this wild, remote beach for a quiet evening watching the sun sink behind towering Norfolk pines.

  Anson Bay

• Sample fresh local produce at the Saturday Morning Market

  Chat with growers at Rawson Hall as you browse tropical fruits, homemade jams, and the island's famous sweet potatoes.

  Burnt Pine

• Dine on wood-fired pizza overlooking the ocean at The Olive Café

  Savour crispy pizzas and local salads on a sunny terrace with a backdrop of Phillip Island in the distance.

  Kingston

• Explore the hidden rock pools and arches at Cockpit

  Scramble over black basalt rocks to find naturally sculpted sea arches and sheltered tidal pools teeming with small marine life.

  Cockpit, near Rocky Point

• Walk the Bridle Track along the coast to see Phillip Island up close

  Follow this narrow clifftop path through sheep pastures and forest, ending with a close-up view of the barren, colourful slopes of Phillip Island.

  southwest coast, near Kingston

• Look for green turtles while glass-bottom boating in the lagoon

  Lean over the viewing panel as your boat drifts over coral gardens, with the chance to see turtles grazing on seagrass.

  Emily Bay / Slaughter Bay

• Visit the Pitcairn Settlers’ cottages along Quality Row

  Stroll past a row of well-preserved houses built in the 1840s for the Mutiny on the Bounty descendants who called Norfolk Island home.

  Kingston

• Enjoy a guided night walk to see glow worms in the rainforest

  Switch off your torch and watch the forest floor light up with bioluminescent glow worms along a damp trail in the national park.

  Norfolk Island National Park

• Enjoy a sundowner with live music at The RSL Club

  Join locals for a casual evening of country tunes, a cold drink, and a relaxed community atmosphere.

  Burnt Pine

• Swim in the natural swimming hole at Crystal Pool

  Take a dip in a sheltered, deep rock pool filled with clear green water, surrounded by Norfolk pines and ferns.

  Crystal Pool, southeast coast

• Play a round of golf on the clifftop course at Norfolk Island Golf Club

  Tee off on one of the world's most scenic golf courses, with fairways set right on the coast inside the Kingston World Heritage area.

  Kingston