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National Trust Centre
The National Trust Centre, which includes the S.H. Ervin Gallery and Trust Cafe is located on Observatory HIll in the heart of Sydney's historic region known as The Rocks. Commanding a panoramic view of the Harbour and hinterland, the Hill was the focus of activity in the earliest days of the colony; as the site of the first government windmill, built in 1796, followed by Fort Phillip, built by Governor Phillip in 1804. The Sydney Observatory was built in 1858. The walls of Fort Phillip still stand, and are visible today as part of the wall around the Observatory.
Opening Hours
S.H. Ervin Gallery
Tuesday - Sunday, 11am to 5pm
Public Program of guest speakers - Sundays at 3pm
Please note that the Gallery is closed on Mondays and between exhibitions.
National Trust Centre
Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm
Phone (02) 9258 0123
Fax (02) 9251 1110
Getting here:
The National Trust Centre is located on Observatory Hill, The Rocks.
By car:
Drive down Kent Street , right into Argyle Street , right again into Watson Road and follow it around past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre.
Parking on site available.
On foot:
From Circular Quay : Walk to George Street , The Rocks. Turn left into Argyle Street and walk under the famous Argyle Cut to climb the stairs opposite the Garrison Church. Turn left at the top of the stairs and follow Watson Road past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre.
From Kent Street : Follow the historic Agar Steps (opposite the Observatory Hotel) up to the National Trust Centre.
From Wynyard and the city : At No. 1 York Street walk through the expressway underpass. Follow the tunnel, keeping to the right, until you come up on Kent Street . Walk along Kent Street to the Agar Steps, or follow the approach to the Bridge, which will take you past the National Trust Centre on your left.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Bus: routes, 308, 339, 343, X43 & X39, 431, 432, 433, 434 all terminate at Argyle Street . Walk up Watson Road , Observatory Hill and follow the signs.
Train: to Wynyard or Circular Quay
Ferry: to Circular Quay and proceed as above