Convict Life Sydney: Escape from Cockatoo Island
Once used as a prison for Sydney's worst criminals, the island is filled with secrets waiting to be discovered. In this quest, you'll learn what life was like for the convicts sentenced to a life of hard labour on Cockatoo Island.
Can you solve the challenges and escape the island?
Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English
Highlights
Follow in the footsteps of convicts as you make your way around the historic sites on the island.
Uncover the island's secret tunnel that served as an air-raid shelter during World War II.
Discover the solitary confinement cells that were hidden until 2009.
Storyline
Hide from the guards as you make your way around the historic sites of Cockatoo Island, trying to find a way back to the mainland.
Experience's route
Starting point Cockatoo Island Ferry Wharf
33.845831, 151, NSW, AustraliaFinish point Convict Precinct
Birchgrove NSW 2041, AustraliaPlaces you will visit
13
It will take you
110-140 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Historic Residence Precinct
Dog Leg Tunnel
Sutherland Dock
Coal Bunker
Cockatoo Island Ferry Wharf
- We recommend not playing at night
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Varied terrain/elevation, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English