Convicts and The Rocks: Sydney's Walking Tour Led by Historian Discount Tickets

Overview

Expect fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney's colonial birthplace: The Rocks. Together your group will uncover the scallywag stories of convicts, soldiers, sailors, rum & rebellions. This tour is led by vibrant historians who share their passion for the past through great storytelling, visual imagery and extensive research. Before reaching the narrow alleyways & hidden ruins of The Rocks district, you’ll enter inside Sydney’s historical Customs House & discover the colonial relics at Macquarie Place. In The Rocks your guide will bring to life the convicts, craftsmen & cut-throats littered throughout its early history. You'll also venture below street level to discover a sandstone cellar connected to Sydney's gold-rush era. After getting lost in the area's rich history this tour finishes in the heart of The Rocks surrounded by heritage pubs, cafes, boutique shopping, art galleries & the local market on Saturdays. Welcome aboard!

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

2.5 hour walking tour covering approximately 20 historic sites and stories

Tour finishes in the heart of The Rocks beside historic pubs and cafes with local recommendations

A visual folder with historic imagery, maps and portraits of the area presented by your guide

A visit inside Customs House to discover scale model of Sydney from above

A local Sydney crime historian as your tour guide

Exclusion

Food is not included on this tour, but your tour guide will have fantastic local recommendations

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We continue our tours in all weather conditions so please dress accordingly. Umbrella's are a good idea if wet weather seems likely.

Due to the layout of The Rocks, some stairs are unavoidable at certain points along the way, but majority of the route follows flat terrain.

Anyone requiring special assistance is kindly asked to make contact with your local operator in advance.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are advised that this tour may include the names and images of people who are now deceased.

Your guide is a native English speaker and will carry tour folder with A3 size images to help illustrate the area's past

Groups are kept small (15 person maximum) and we encourage questions and interaction.

Your guide will ensure that Covid-safe social distancing measures and a contact free policy is in place throughout the tour