KINGSTON UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
A brutal outpost for banished British prisoners, home to the descendants of the Bounty mutineers…Norfolk Island’s history reads like a page-turner. And nowhere captures the island’s early days quite like Kingston, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Australian Convict Sites. Take a self-guided tour around the historic military and government buildings and the ruins of old gaols.
FLETCHER’S MUTINY CYCLORAMA
One of Norfolk’s most popular attractions. Walk inside a huge circular panoramic painting and experience the history of the Bounty adventures and discover how the world’s most famous mutiny created the Norfolk Island community.
PITCAIRN SETTLERS VILLAGE
Experience the unique history of the Pitcairn Settlers in a Guided Tour through our gardens in a 1928 Model A Bus. Stroll through our museum, Blacksmith shop, Whaleboat display, WW2 NZ army hut and gracious Bailey Homestead.
MUSEUM PASS
Explore the Museum at your own pace with the Museum Pass. It includes multiple entries to all four museums at any time during your stay, as well as two guided Tag-A-Long tours. These tours include a guided journey behind the scenes, to reveal additional stories from the museum collection and Norfolk’s history.
SUNDAY MARKETS
Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the island’s market held each Sunday morning in the Bicentennial Complex next to the Norfolk Island Information Centre. Take the opportunity to purchase some local handicrafts, home baking and souvenirs. Cash only.
TEA SHIRE DRIVE HORSE AND CARRIAGE
The horse and carriage will take you on a slow-paced ride through the iconic Morton Bay Fig trees, into the 100 Acre Reserve to enjoy the island’s unique flora and fauna. Suitable for all ages and easily accessible for those with mobility issues. Includes a sumptuous morning tea. Duration is approximately 1.5 – 2 hours.
FITZYS FARM
Fitzys Farm grow 15 different varieties of lavender along with a variety of herbs for essential oils such as calendula, camomile, rose geranium, sage and rosemary – All distilled in their handmade Portuguese copper distillers. Bananas, sweet potatoes, potatoes, pumpkins, garlic, onions and sunflowers are also grow on the farm. Don’t forget to visit the on-site gelato and sorbet ice-creamery!
DISCOVERY CENTRE
The Discovery Centre at the Botanical Gardens, located in the national park, showcases Norfolk Island’s current and historical nature. Exhibits highlight the island’s geological history and unique native species found nowhere else.
NORFOLK ISLAND LIQUEURS
Manufacturing Liqueurs since 1992. The tasting room is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 2 – 5pm for free tastings. The range has recently been expanded to include specialty liqueur chocolates. Located in the Local Soft Drink factory on Cascade Road.
FORRESTERS HIGH TEA
High Tea is served on the magnificent lawns at Forrester Court, positioned on the cliffs edge overlooking Cascade Bay. What better place to enjoy this food experience than at the best waterfront location on Norfolk island, Forrester Courts’ Blu Garden lounge.
AATUTI ART
Aatuti Art is a Gallery and Shop. Artist Sue Pearson, a Norfolk Islander, offers a unique range of art. Choose from exclusive Aatuti design T-shirts, hand-printed fabrics, unique gifts and artworks that tell the dramatic story of Norfolk Island. Located on Taylors Road.
THE TRIAL OF THE FIFTEEN
You are an eyewitness to a courtroom drama as fifteen extraordinary characters step on stage to expose Norfolk’s colourful and at times turbulent past. The testimony of those on trial reveals the story of Norfolk Island – Polynesian visitation, European discovery, convict misery and the arrival of the Pitcairn Islanders.