The Secrets are Alive in the Sandstone – join a walking tour visiting The Rocks picturesque historic sites and hear the tales about ordinary people who did extraordinary things and so began the compelling story of British Australian settlement!

The Rocks Walking Tours’ specialist trained local guides provide walking tours within the heart of historic and picturesque Rocks precinct, departing daily at 10:30am and 1:30pm from a handy location within The Rocks

The tour is conducted within intimate groups of no more than 25 people for a duration of 90 minutes covering approximately 1.2 miles (2 km) at a leisurely pace.

Weave your way through hidden narrow alleyways, along charming cobbled lanes and into shady courtyards, lingering by quaint terrace cottages, some of these sites could be overlooked by casual unguided visitor.

You will be captivated by the charm of this special place and the commentary will intrigue and entertain you!

Your Rocks walking tour will include the shoreline of sparkling Sydney Cove, spectaular harbour views of Sydney’s Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Cadman’s Cottage – Sydney CBD’s oldest surviving cottage built in 1816, Campbell’s Cove a beautiful, intimate cove offering fantastic views of Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Campbells Cove wharves, Argyle Cut and the Garrsion Church, officially known as the Church of Holy Trinity, built in the1840s.

Within The Rocks historic precinct you will wander through George Street, Greenway Lane, Kendall Lane, Rocks Square, Playfair Street, Foundation Park, Suez Canal and Nurses Walk and much more!

Points of Interest

• The Rocks

• Sydney Opera House

• Sydney Harbour Bridge

• Cadman’s Cottage

• The Rocks Walking Tours

• 90 minute guided walking tour
• Guide with amplification for clear commentary
• Umbrella provided if needed
• Specialist trained guide with local expertise

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

The Rocks Walking Tours provide an engaging exploration of one of Sydney’s most historic areas. Situated at the base of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks features cobblestone streets and colonial architecture that narrate the stories of the city’s early inhabitants.

Guided by our expert guides, these tours explore the rich history from the area’s origins as a convict settlement to its evolution into a lively waterfront district. Participants will discover hidden lanes, heritage-listed pubs, and notable landmarks, all while experiencing the unique fusion of history and modernity that characterizes The Rocks.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply interested in Sydney’s past, The Rocks Walking Tours offer a captivating and informative experience in one of the city’s most delightful neighborhoods.

• 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.