D
Informative and fun
Ned was very knowledgeable. It was delightful knowing more about the houses and buildings in an area where we walk all the time. Would highly recommend his tours.
Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $28 / person
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 20 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Real History Walking Tours
- Meeting point
- For the Glebe tour we meet at the Glebe Point Road entrance of Dr H J Foley Rest Park
Description
Wander along beautiful tree-lined streets lined with Victorian mansions, elegant Edwardian townhouses and magnificent churches, while uncovering the extraordinary people and surprising stories behind them. From wealthy eccentrics and ambitious families to workers, reformers and characters who helped shape Sydney, Glebe’s streets reveal a fascinating mix of wealth, industry, religion, scandal and social change. Discover how this once-rural estate became one of Sydney’s most distinctive neighbourhoods and meet some of the remarkable people who left their mark on it. The tour follows an easy, accessible route and is dog-friendly, with plenty of places to sit and toilets available along the way. Come for the mansions. Stay for the characters. Leave knowing Glebe in a whole new way.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sun
- Start times
- 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 25
- Adult (ages 18–69)
- $28
- Senior (ages 70+)
- $28
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $14
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $11
- Infant (ages 1–5)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St Johns Anglican Church This massive Gothic Revival building dominates the Glebe streetscape. With a towering spire and beautiful grounds it has an extremely interesting history.
Glebe Presbyterian Church is a dominating sandstone building that has has quite an interesting nomadic life.
St James' Catholic Church This magnificent church is located in a very rich complex of differing heritage architectural styles. It showcases detailed stained-glass windows and an intriguing back story.
Bidura House This is a beautiful 1860s gentleman's residence with a chequered past. from life as a prominent mansion to a massive children's detention centre, it is an intriguing building.
Hartford House is an elaborate mansion and an example of one of Glebe's most prestigious houses.
The Former Toxteth Park House This is the most impressive house in Glebe. Toxteth Park House is a former mansion of one of the richest families in Sydney.
What's included
Included
Guided historical tour of one of Sydney's most historically rich suburbs
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
20 reviews
How it compares in Sydney
- Rated higher than 78% of 358 reviewed tours in Sydney
- Starting price $28 is 60% below the typical $70 for tours of similar length in Sydney
Excurgo comparison of 988 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets are welcome!
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour take?
Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this Sydney experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 2:00 PM.
How much does Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $11, adults from $28. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is For the Glebe tour we meet at the Glebe Point Road entrance of Dr H J Foley Rest Park. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Glebe: Where Mansions Met the Working Class Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(20)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
Great informative walk
Thoroughly enjoyed the Glebe walk. This was my walking 2nd tour with Ned. As a Sydney sider it's a great way to learn about our city.
N
Another fun morning walk
This is the 2nd tour I've done with this guide. Once again he was excellent - friendly and informative. It's interesting to learn about all the history hidden within a suburb
4
You'll Be Enlightened and Entertained by Ned
My friends and I totally enjoyed The Historical Guided Walking Tour of Glebe led by the talented Ned. This is the second time in two years I have done this tour and it is still extremely enlightening and enjoyable. Glebe is a beautiful part of Sydney’s heritage and Ned’s passion and historical knowledge kept us entertained all morning. His ability to interweave the facts with humorous social tidbits from Glebe’s past ensured a great start to our weekend. I cannot recommend this tour enough! Book today!
K
Informative, comprehensive and enjoyable
A genuinely informative tour. Fascinating facts about the people who lived and shaped Glebe. Excellent tour guide.
L
Bringing history alive
Excellent walking tour of Glebe _ fascinating insights into its heritage- Ned really brought it all to life. From the wealthy to the working class and all the weird stuff that went on. Thoroughly recommend.
P
Ned knows his Glebe and you will too after this engaging tour.
Despite the rainy weather, we had a great time learning about Glebe. Ned certinly knows his Glebe! The tour of the area was filled with history and Ned was very engaging. We didn't realise how little we knew about such an historical and colourful area. A must do tour if you are interested in Glebe
H
Interesting tour of Glebe
Ned’s exciting and informative tour of Glebe was a really great experience. My jaw dropped at some of the interesting facts right at my door step. I can’t wait to share some of what I learned with friends when they visit. The walking was nicely paced with frequent stops. Ned allowed me to bring my small dog (I did ask in advance) which was a treat for him too!
V
Great local tour of suburban Sydney
Great local tour guide Ned who appreciates the history and development of his own backyard and it’s fantastic to get a local perspective of the inner city suburb of Glebe and Ned is great at explaining the local people from the past and their contributions to Sydney’s development as a city .. highly recommend this tour
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review, I really appreciate it! So glad you enjoyed the tour!
J
Glebe the most interesting suburb in Australia
Great walking tour of Glebe, the oldest and most interesting suburb in Sydney. We learnt more from Ned in a few hours than 15 years of living in Glebe. So much history and great stories. Thanks Ned
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