Lighthouse
Barrenjoey Lighthouse
231 locals recommend
Why locals recommend it
At the top of the Barrenjoey Headland, about an hour’s drive north of the city centre, the lighthouse marks the most northern point in Sydney. Views are spectacular, with an unbroken outlook over Palm Beach, Pittwater, and even the Central Coast. If you’re visiting from May to November, bring a zoom lens as it’s prime time for spotting whales and dolphins. The headland is a peaceful place to visit at night. You’ll not only have the area to yourself, but you’ll also be able to capture the incredible stars overhead in long-exposure photos of the night sky. Bring a torch as it’s a short, dark hike to the lighthouse from the car park.
Location
1199D Barrenjoey Rd
Palm Beach, NSW
Tips from locals
Take a bus from Newport Wharf to Palm Beach. Bus will drop you off on the Pittwater side of Palm Beach, then take a walk up to the lighthouse for a spectacular view. Back into Palm Beach for something to eat or drink. Great day out. Also an easy 15 minute drive from Newport.
Great walk, quite steep but well worth it when you experience the breath taking panoramic views of the famous stunning Palm beach 👌
If you have time, take a walk up to the lighthouse. It's only 1km to the top, but the views are spectacular from this northern most tip of the peninsula. Stop in at the Boathouse before or after your walk for a coffee or something to eat.