Rodd Island
Sydney Harbour National Park
Overview
Overview
Rodd Island in Iron Cove is a peaceful paradise that's the perfect location for a wedding ceremony, corporate picnic or incentive day. Relax in one of the lovely summer houses and enjoy spectacular views of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
- Venue is suitable for
- Arts and cultural events, corporate and business events, private party or function, wedding ceremonies and wedding reception
- Capacity
- Maximum people: 250
- Facilities
- Picnic tables, drinking water, toilets, electric power
- Fees
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$760 for a non-exclusive 3 hour booking, plus a $7 landing fee per person. For exclusive hire fees contact the NPWS Events Team.
- Availability
- Available for hire 7 days a week
- Bookings
To make a booking or for more information, please email the NPWS Events Team or phone (02) 9585 6570.
- Other Information
This venue is also suitable for commercial and public events such as live performances, festivals and product launches.
Rodd Island, located in the sheltered waters of Iron Cove, just off Birkenhead Point, has a colourful history and boasts some of the best views west of Sydney. This perfect venue hire option is the farthest west of the harbour islands in Sydney Harbour National Park.
While celebrating your special day, you and your guests can walk through the expansive gardens, enjoy a private waterside location and explore the historic buildings, including a dance hall and 2 summer houses. In 1879, Rodd Island became the first public recreation reserve in Sydney Harbour. It was also used as a biological laboratory and US army training ground during the Second World War.
A unique venue hire option offering island charm, Rodd Island is among Sydney’s best venues and is available for hire for weddings or corporate functions. The 1920s dance hall is available with exclusive hire of the island.