Tourist Information


With approximately 70 percent of the Hornsby Shire Council area covering National Parks and Nature Reserves, there is an abundance of outdoor spaces to enjoy.

Whether you are a visitor to the Hornsby Shire, or have lived here for many years, there are many places you can visit to take in the natural beauty of the area.


Tourism websites

Hornsby Shire Visitors Guidewww.thebushtele.com.au/hornsbyshirevisitorsguide
The Hornsby Shire Visitors Guide provides information on things to do, places to eat and local services across the whole Hornsby Shire Council area.

Visit NSWwww.visitnsw.com/area/Hawkesbury_River
This website offers information on the Hawkesbury River area, including accommodation, attractions, events, tours and restaurants.

Hawkesbury River Real Estate - www.hawkesburyriverrealestate.com.au
The Hawkesbury River Real Estate also operates as the local information centre in Brooklyn. (See below for more information.) This website offers a local accommodation booking service, plus information about restaurants, cafes, houseboats, marinas and more.

Hawkesbury Harvest - www.hawkesburyharvest.com.au
Hawkesbury Harvest offers farm gate trails, events and markets to promote fresh produce from the area.

Hawkesbury River Tourism - www.hawkesburyriver.org.au
This website offers information on accommodation, tours, boat hire, and things to do around the Hawkesbury River.

Hills, Hawkesbury and Riverlands Tourism - www.hhart.com.au
This website offers information on accommodation, attractions, events, activities and scenic drives.


Visitor Information Centres

Hawkesbury River Information Centre
Address: 1/5 Bridge Street, Brooklyn
Open: 7 days
Phone: (02) 9985 7064
Website: http://www.hawkesburyriverrealestate.com.au/touristinfo.php


Dural Visitor Information Centre
Address: The Pines and Roughly House, 656a Old Northern Road, Dural
Phone: (02) 9651 4411
Website: www.visitnsw.com/town/Dural


Hawkesbury Visitor Information Centre
Address: Ham Common, Hawkesbury Valley Way, Clarendon (Opposite the RAAF Base)
Phone: (02) 4578 0233
Website: www.hawkesburytourism.com.au