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Sydney's Convict Colony - The Rocks Walking Story

Sydney, New South Wales

Fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney’s original settlement: The Rocks. Together they will uncover the scallywag stories of convicts, soldiers, rum and rebellions. Tour Taster: Once upon a time a bizarre colonial experiment took place on the rocky shores of a forested cove. Thousands of miles from home, Britain’s banished thieves would be locked in a jail whose walls were made of ocean, hunger, fear and bush. Defying the odds, this shanty camp would clutch to life on the banks of a tiny stream. Gardens were grown, rum was traded and homes were carved into the sandstone cliffs. Centuries changed, legends grew, scallywag Sydney was born. Her squalid secrets etched into the very rocks from which she was built. Journey Walks invites you to share a part in this story. This tour will keep your eyes wide open, your ears pricked and your imagination ignited. This tour is led by a local historian who specialises in contemporary storytelling. An interactive and playful atmosphere is created that makes all feel welcome and involved.
From $44.00 – $49.00
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Things to know

Rate

From $44.00 to $49.00

Capacity

Min 2 · Max 14

Service Update Date

08 Apr 2025

Actively Welcomes People With Access Needs.

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Service Facility

Public Toilet

Service Types

Cultural and Theme Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Walking and Biking Tours

Sevice Activity

Walks

Tour Format

On-site Experience, Private Tour, Small Group Tour

Vertical Classifications

Half Day or Less

Fitness

Basic

Accessibility Attribute

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Where it starts

31 Alfred Street, Sydney, New South Wales End

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