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Delve into the history of Sydney and British Australia on a leisurely 90-minute walking tour in The Rocks district with an expert guide. Enjoy the delights of present-day visuals as you explore The Rocks and hear the story of Sydney’s convict past as you discover shady courtyards, narrow laneways and hidden areas that even the locals do not know about. Stroll along the shoreline of Sydney Harbour with views of the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, past Cadman’s Cottage and Campbell’s Cove.
Tour Highlights:
• The shoreline of Sparkling Sydney Cove
• Harbour views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge
• Cadman’s Cottage, The Rocks oldest surviving cottage built in 1816
• Campbell’s Cove, offering fantastic views of Sydney Harbour
• Awe inspiring Argyle Cut begun with convict labour in 1843
• Within The Rocks historic precinct, we will wander through Greenway Lane, Kendall Lane, Suez Canal, Foundation Park and much more.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Operated by The Rocks Walking Tours
1,319 reviews
Pam D,
Feb 11, 2025
Great historical tour. Guide was very knowledgable. Not too much walking but wear good shoes. Our tour ended in pouring rain, but still was excellent
Marlene H,
Feb 11, 2025
Lovely informative walk with John. We learned how the rocks criminal background turned bountiful for many. John came with a good amount of stories which always makes teaching HISTORY MORE ENJOYABLE.
Harold T,
Feb 8, 2025
If you want to understand what The Rocks were about and what it is today, this is a must tour. Our guide was terrific.
Joan M,
Feb 7, 2025
Great tour! Plenty of good information along the way. Definitely seen areas we wouldn’t have on our own!
richard c,
Feb 5, 2025
Very experienced and pleasant tour guide. Learned much about Sydney. Slow paced walk with many stops.