- Wellness and Fitness Retreat
- Swim and Snorkel at Quarantine Beach
- After Dark Tours
- Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Bushwalk with spectacular vantage points
- Sydney Coast Walks
- History, Ghost and Paranormal Tours
- National Park Tours and Experiences
- 5 minutes to Manly for shopping and entertainment
- Bike Riding in Manly
- Learn to Surf at Manly Beach
- Diving
- Whale Watching
- Harbour Hopper
- Football at Brookvale Oval
- Harbourside Dining
Things to do at Q Station
Recreational facilities and attractions
Q Station Wellness and Fitness Retreat
Q Station is now a bustling retreat which boasts elegant, refurbished accommodation in-keeping with its National Heritage status and offers a plethora of activities – many of which are tailored for the health and wellbeing market and include stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling, bushwalking, cycling and walking tours to name a few. The world-renowned Q Station ghost tours are also an obvious drawcard and see guests come from every corner of the globe to experience its ghostly encounters.
Swim and Snorkel at Quarantine Beach
Q Station has the key to one of Sydney's most treasured beaches, open to all guests. Discover some of Sydney's natural treasures with expert guides and see what the ocean floor has to offer. Enjoy an unforgettable fun, relaxing Australian experience.
After Dark Nature Tours
After Dark Nature Tours in Manly gives people an unforgettable and unique opportunity to experience Australia's wonderful nocturnal wildlife in its own environment in one of Sydney's most beautiful locations by using night vision goggles. See owls, bandicoots, possums, echidnas and much more. Let your experienced guide take you to another world around Manly, Shelly Beach and through Sydney Harbour National Park while you see what comes alive at night. Learn about the areas cultural significance to the traditional Kay-Ye-My Aboriginal people who occupied the area now known as Manly.
A great way to discover the Natural, European and Aboriginal cultural history of the area.
Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Boarding
There is not better way to explore the famous Sydney Harbour than by paddling a kayak. Embark on a Manly Kayaks Tour and be shown this widely historical and majestic waterway. Choose from a single or double kayak, or why not try the stand up paddle board for an unforgettable experience. Manly Kayaks will provide you with everything you need for your kayak adventure.
Bushwalk with spectacular vantage points
Head off into the wild and lose yourself in the serene environment. View some of North Head's most well kept secrets. Learn about the endangered plant and animal communities as you watch the sun set over Sydney Harbour. Maps of the area are available from Q Station's Reception.
Sydney Coast Walks
Discover the much-loved Spit to Manly walk and North Head of Sydney Harbour on a two day adventure with Sydney Coast Walks, the Sydney walking people. Wonder at pockets of pristine bushland tucked alongside multi-million dollar harbourside homes, experience vast ocean and harbour views and stay in comfort at the unique four star accommodation of Q Station, with all meals included.
This tour has regular monthly weekend departures with private and custom tours available on request. Call Sydney Coast Walks on 02 8521 7423 for more information.
History, Ghost & Paranormal Tours
From the 1830s to 1984 migrant ships arriving in Sydney with suspected contagious disease anchored inside North Head and off-loaded passengers and crew into quarantine to protect local residents from the threat of infection.
After several weeks most passengers were released to settle as Australian residents. Some passengers experienced a first class resort, making new friends and sharing dreams of a bright new future. For others it was a far more frightening experience of disempowerment, disease and death.
To really understand what these people went through, and the spirit they left behind, we have created a range of hosted tours. These experiences offer customers varying levels of opportunity to participate in activities that bring out the underlying stories and emotions of those who were here.
National Park Tours and Experiences
Sydney Harbour National Park protects a number of islands and foreshore areas around one of the world's most famous harbours. It offers a retreat to wildlife serenity while you learn about the day to day living experiences of early quarantine guests. Get to know species of plants and animals in more detail in one of our tours. See everything from convict built buildings to Aboriginal sites and the heritage lighthouse.
Harbourside Dining
Dine on the edge of Sydney's amazing Harbour. Enjoy fresh modern Australian cuisine prepared to perfection by Q Station's world class chef.
Start your dining experience with a drink in the Engine Room or on the terrace. Two giant boilers have been carefully restored and the walls are covered with enormous pipes and valves that once sent steam to the autoclaves and boiling water to the showers and the laundry.
Next door in the Boilerhouse, the dining mezzanine level offers glimpses of Quarantine Beach and the open plan kitchen below. Or venture outside and enjoy your meal in a serene atmosphere surrounded by mature trees while you look out onto one of the most magnificent views in Sydney.
From the restaurant walk onto Quarantine Beach and have a swim before or after your meal, or while you enjoy a wine and conversation your children can enjoy the beach.
