Duyfken Sailing

Take a unique tour of Sydney Harbour onboard a replica of the Duyfken, the first European ship to reach northern Australia in 1606. Departing from the Australian Maritime Museum, you’ll sail past Barangaroo, Garden Island, the Sydney Opera House and more, while hearing fascinating stories of 17th century sailing and the Dutch East India Company’s trading voyages.

Duyfken, Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray St, Darling Harbour, (02) 9298 3777, 

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