Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Rocks Walking Tours offer an immersive journey through one of Sydney's most historic precincts. Nestled at the foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks is a place where cobblestone streets and colonial buildings tell tales of the city's early settlers.
Lead by our knowledeable guides, these tours delve into the rich tapestry of stories from the area's foundation as a convict settlement to its transformation into a bustling waterfront neighbourhood. Along the way, visitors will explore hidden alleyways, heritage-listed pubs, and significant landmarks, all while uncovering the unique blend of history and modernity that defines The Rocks.
Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about Sydney's past, The Rocks Walking Tours provide a fascinating and educational experience in one of the city's most charming quarters.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please arrive at our office to check in and meet your guide for the day, a minimum of 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour time
Children and Infants must be accompanied by an adult
A moderate amount of walking is involved covering approx. 1.2 miles (2km) at the pace of the group’s participants
Small groups (no more than 20 people)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress to the predicted weather conditions appropriate for an outdoor activity
Comfortable walking shoes, hat and a bottle of water suggested
Tour encompasses uneven surfaces, cobblestones, worn sandstone flagging stairs and steps; while these elements of the tour have never been considered to be strenuous by most people, for others this may be considered as an unsuitable activity.
Tour is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a powered wheelchair/ scooter
Meeting point is easily accessible on foot for cruise arrivals/ shore excursions
Wheelchair (manual) and pram friendly route
Toilet facilities accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
90 minute guided walking tour
Guide has amplification for ease in hearing commentary
Umbrella (if required)
Specialist trained guide with expertise in & around The Rocks
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (provided for private bookings)
Transportation to/from attractions
What To Expect
The Rocks
Sydney's oldest colonial nieghbourhood
Meeting point is our office located at 28 Harrington St, The Rocks. Please check in 15 minutes prior to the start time of your tour booking.
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The Rocks Walking Tour
Reviews
1,478 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Surprisingly interesting...
Megan K,
Nov 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Surprisingly interesting tour. Local guide Judith showed her passion & knowledge for the area and its history in a manner that made the tour time fly by. Highly recommend.
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Charles T,
Nov 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very interesting historical take on The Rocks area of Sydney. Stan was a great guide. B ‘n B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B N
Nice easy history filled tour of the Rocks
Harvey236,
Oct 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Anne was just great. A fabulous walk around the rocks. Nice to hear the history of the area. Would highly recommend this nice short easy tour
Loved hearing about the early settlers in Sydney.
Odyssey301686,
Oct 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour guide Mick; very knowledgeable and friendly. Would throughly recommend if you’re interested in local history and life in the 1800s.
Excellent learning experience
Bette A,
Oct 24, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Always interesting to learn more of the history of Australia in a knowledgeable and well presented way by our guide, Paul.
Excellent tour
deanjamie,
Oct 21, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Anne did a great job explaining the history of the Rocks. Very informative tour. Glad we did tour as we would not have known the history without doing prior research.
Annie is a great tour...
Elena S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Annie is a great tour guide, very informative and interesting tour. Very good way to know The Rocks and Sidney history.
Historical Walking Tour of The Rocks section of Sydney
jaye591,
Oct 19, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Vickie, was OUTSTANDING! She was very knowledgeable and very pleasant and answered all of our questions! Being from the U.S. we had no real knowledge of the settling of Sydney other than this is where all the British convicts were sent. There is so much Australian history in The Rocks area of town! Thanks again Vickie!
Great Tour! Excellent Guide!
Tanesha D,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour! Very informative! Even got to see the Opera House! Vickie is an amazing tour guide - very informative, charming & kind! I also liked that she had a mic & speaker, so I was able to hear from anywhere! I learned alot!
Discover the hidden corners of Sydney's Old Town
Z4704UDkristins,
Oct 18, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00A great, highly interesting tour with Anne as a wonderful guide. Without their guidance, I would never have found the hidden corners and corners of the old town or known they existed. Worth investing the 1 1/2 hours to get to know this unknown side of Sydney.
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