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Quarantine Wander History Tour - Q Station Manly

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Experience a powerful glimpse into Australia’s migrant history on the Quarantine Wander History Tour, set within the historic Quarantine Station on Sydney Harbour!

Experience a powerful glimpse into Australia’s migrant history on the Quarantine Wander History Tour, set within the historic Quarantine Station on Sydney Harbour!

Highlights

  • Step back in time where thousands began their Aussie journey
  • Hear tales of love, loss, and resilience in quarantine
  • Learn how the site helped protect Sydney from disease
  • Wander the Wharf Precinct and imagine life back then
  • Discover real migrant stories from the 19th and 20th centuries

For over 150 years, this site was the first stop for thousands arriving in Australia—some hopeful, others fearful—as they were held in isolation due to concerns over infectious diseases like Smallpox, Spanish Flu, and the Plague.

While this process helped protect Sydney, it also left lasting emotional marks on those confined here. This guided tour takes visitors through the Wharf Precinct, where passengers first stepped ashore, and into heritage buildings that once buzzed with activity and uncertainty.

Along the way, guests will hear real stories of hardship, resilience, cultural change, and medical evolution from the 19th and 20th centuries. It’s a moving, human-centred journey that brings the past to life and offers a fresh perspective on an important chapter of Australia’s history!

Adult $30.00
Child $15.00 (Ages 5 - 17)
Young Children $0.00 (Under 5 years old )
Family $80.00 (2 Adults and 2 Children)
Concession $25.00 (Must have an Australian Student or Senior card)

What's included

  • 1 hour guided tour
  • Access to otherwise locked buildings
  • Expert insight into life at Quarantine

Duration

  • Allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience

Location

  • Q Station Hotel
  • 1 North Head Scenic Drive
  • Manly 2095
  • NSW

Restrictions

  • Restrictions

    All tours are walking tours and include inclines, declines, steps and uneven surfaces through our national park heritage site. Reasonable walking mobility and fitness level is required as you will be standing or walking for the duration of the tour.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Check-in details

    Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the tour commencement, to allow time to park at Q Station Hotel Reception.

    You can then catch a free shuttle from reception, or walk down to the wharf.



  • IMPORTANT:

    Minimum Number Requirements

    Please note the minimum numbers required for a tour to go ahead.

    All tours require a minimum of 6 attendees to run, Q Station will assess the day prior of the booking and notify any participants if the tour has not achieved its minimum requirement. In the event of cancellation by the operator, the guest will have the option of either a Full refund of their original purchase or a reschedule to a different date.


    Cancellations:

    No refunds for any cancellation within 48 hours.


Available Bookings from 6 Jul to 19 Jul 2025

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  • Family$80.00
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  • Child$15.00
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  • Family$80.00
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  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
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  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
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  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
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  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
  • Concession$25.00

  • Adult$25.99 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$15.00
  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
  • Concession$25.00

  • Adult$22.99 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$15.00
  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
  • Concession$25.00

  • Adult$25.99 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$15.00
  • Young Children Free
  • Family$80.00
  • Concession$25.00
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