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Good experience with wonderful guide
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Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $24 / person
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 531 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
- Dark Stories Pty Ltd
- Meeting point
- Departure PointMeets at Parbury Lane, just opposite the Sydney Harbour Bridge in The Rocks. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour start time.
Description
Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Sail into town and enjoy a glimpse into Sydney's past, revealing the hidden secrets of the city's first & most violent neighbourhood. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour retracing the steps of Sydney's most notorious via cobblestoned streets. Travel back to troublesome times to an era of gangs, fatal doses of lead poisoning, unique alibis & a healthy dose of true crime. Relive a time that proves truth is far stranger than fiction as you explore alleyways & laneways you never knew existed. Great photo & sightseeing opportunities displaying the best that Sydney has to offer. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into a dark & crime-ridden history. Sydney's The Rocks might seem like heaven to you now, but it was once populated by the desperate, the destitute, & the dastardly. Take a trip back in time & rediscover a bounty of Sydney Crime stories combining humanity's darkest deeds with incredible scenery. ...stories the city tried to forget...
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 12:30 PM and 7:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $24
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $18
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
In demand: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Rocks
Our guide will take you to revisit the scenes of the crime, secret locations in addition to enjoying some breathtaking views.
What's included
Included
Knowledgeable Tour Host
90 Minute Tour
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
531 reviews
How it compares in Sydney
- No. 34 by number of reviews among 988 tours in Sydney
- Starting price $24 is 66% below the typical $70 for tours of similar length in Sydney
Excurgo comparison of 988 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour take?
Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour cost?
Prices start at $24 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 Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 12:30 PM and 7:30 PM.
How much does Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $18, adults from $24. Infants go free.
Does Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour sell out?
It can: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Sydney Dark Stories True Crime 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 Departure Point: Meets at Parbury Lane, just opposite the Sydney Harbour Bridge in The Rocks. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour start time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Sydney Dark Stories True Crime 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
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(531)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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5 stars!
A perfect activity for our girls trip. Our guide, Ryan, was super enthusiastic and very knowledgeable so we had a great experience! Would highly recommend.
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Ryan the GOAT 🐐
An incredible night out exploring parts of Sydney that may ordinarily be missed. Ryan was an exceptional guide. Extremely knowledgeable and funny too.... yet sensitive to particular topics when necessary. He kept the tour moving without making you feel rushed. Highly recommend this tour.
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Type in full address
Make sure you type the FULL address in uber to make sure you go to the right place. I went to the wrong place but Ryan was great in giving me location updates until I was able to join the group. Very informative tour with lots of names and dates and stories that you may not have heard. It happened to be a nice calm warm night, fantastic for a walk.
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Interesting and little known crime stories around The Rocks area
Ryan was entertaining,knew his facts and presented them well. I'd recommend this tour to friends. It was easy to find the meeting place and the flow was well planned and executed.
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Scary with a smile
Well, it's quite some months ago I did the Sydneys Crime Tour. But better late than never 😅 the tour was great, absolutely perfect. A perfect mix between scary stories but always as well giving you a smile on the face because some has been just tooo weird 😄 I would definitely do the tour again when I am back in Sydney.
T
Must do your!
Sophie was a fantastic guide for our True Crime tour around The Rocks. She was engaging, knowledgeable and brought the history and stories to life without making it feel like a history lesson. A really interesting way to explore a different side of Sydney. Highly recommend the tour, and Sophie as a guide!
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Once upon a dark night in the Rocks
Ryan, our guide painted an amazing picture of life as it was in the Rocks and then brought its history to life with fascinating dark tales of crime and tragedy interspersed with Aussie humor. A highly enjoyable evening with some excellent tips for dining pre and post tour. A must do for any visitor.
J
Great True Crime Tour
Really enjoyed the Dark Stories/True Crime in the Rocks tour. Our guide, Chloe, was great, and the walk isn’t difficult at all. The stories were pretty creepy. Definitely worth your time.
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Chloe the goat
Loved the tour, got to see parts of Sydney we otherwise wouldn’t. Amazing views, interesting stories and Chloe was a very charismatic guide!!
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