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Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

Sydney, Australia

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Overview

Duration

1h 30min

Languages

English

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

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.

What to remember

Important 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

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

What's not included

Food and drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off (provided for private bookings). Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

The Rocks Walking Tours

Meeting Point

Departure Point: Shop 5 - Clocktower Square, 35 Harrington St
Please check in at our office inside the Clocktower, 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. Our office is located within The Rocks, is easily accessible for all, located close by to the Overseas Passenger Terminal