Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour
Description
The Rocks Walking Tours offer an immersive journey through one of Sydney's most historic precincts. Nestled at the foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks is a place where cobblestone streets and colonial buildings tell tales of the city's early settlers. Lead by our knowledeable guides, these tours delve into the rich tapestry of stories from the area's foundation as a convict settlement to its transformation into a bustling waterfront neighbourhood. Along the way, visitors will explore hidden alleyways, heritage-listed pubs, and significant landmarks, all while uncovering the unique blend of history and modernity that defines The Rocks. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about Sydney's past, The Rocks Walking Tours provide a fascinating and educational experience in one of the city's most charming quarters.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sydney's oldest colonial nieghbourhood
Meeting point is our office located at 28 Harrington St, The Rocks. Please check in 15 minutes prior to the start time of your tour booking.
The Rocks oldest government building
Sydney's most iconic site
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Important: Late arrivals will miss the tour. Please check in at our office 15 minutes prior to your booked tour start time.
- Please contact us by phone only on 02 9247 6678 for any enquiries or updates.
- 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)
- 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.
- Comfortable walking shoes, hat and a bottle of water suggested
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress to the predicted weather conditions appropriate for an outdoor activity
- Children and Infants must be accompanied by an adult
- Meeting point is easily accessible on foot for cruise arrivals/ shore excursions
- Wheelchair (manual) and pram friendly route
- 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
- Toilet facilities accessible
Reviews(1,726)
Judith was warm, friendly, a compassionate and lively story-teller. She really shows her love of the history and area. Together with guests Janine and Michael, it was an incredible (rainy) first tour of Sydney.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased Judith made your first tour of Sydney such a memorable one. Her warmth, enthusiasm and genuine love for the history of The Rocks really do shine through in her storytelling. It’s wonderful to hear that, despite the rainy weather, you had such an enjoyable experience with Judith and your fellow guests, Janine and Michael. What a great way to begin your time in Sydney!
I had only landed in Sydney an hour before but popped into The Rocks walking tour with Judith. What a great first activity. The day was absolutely a rain in and off day, but Judith is an excellent story teller with great enthusiasm for the area and its history which made the day 100 percent worth while. My tour mates, Janine and Michael were very welcoming as well and it was such a great beginning to a beautiful city and country! Definitely worth the time! Thank you Judith for your warmth and charm!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! What a fantastic way to begin your time in Sydney, especially after only landing an hour earlier. We’re delighted Judith’s enthusiasm, storytelling and knowledge of The Rocks made the tour so enjoyable despite the rain. It’s also lovely to hear you had such a welcoming group to share the experience with. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Judith, and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your time exploring our beautiful city and Australia!
George was a very good communicator who listened to your questions and was very knowledgeable . He was very approachable and no question was irrelevant.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your tour with George and found him knowledgeable, approachable and engaging. He really enjoys sharing the history of The Rocks and encouraging questions along the way. We appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Sydney!
Our tour guide George was excellent. He was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, open to questions and made the group feel at ease. The tour was just about the right length of time and takes you to places that you wouldn’t find yourself. I would recommend this tour to visitors international and Australian.
Thank you so much for your review and 5 stars! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour with George and appreciated his knowledge, enthusiasm and welcoming style. It’s great to know you discovered some of the hidden corners of The Rocks that you may not have found on your own. Thank you for recommending us to both international visitors and fellow Australians – we really appreciate it!
I went on the walking tour around the area known as The Rocks in the Circular Quay area of the Sydney Harbor today. I am visiting from the US. I have read a little about the area and had seen some exhibits about it at a couple of local museums. This tour was exactly what I hoped it would be. Our tour guide, Vickie, shared so much about the founding of Sydney and the role The Rocks played in it. She answered every question, Vickie was very entertaining and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend booking a tour with this company!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the tour was exactly what you were hoping for and that Vickie helped bring the history of The Rocks and early Sydney to life. Her knowledge, storytelling and enthusiasm make her a terrific guide, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. It’s especially lovely to hear that the tour added to what you had already discovered through Sydney’s museums. Thank you for joining us during your visit from the US and for recommending The Rocks Walking Tours. We hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Sydney!
I really enjoyed learning about the history of Sydney on this walking tour. Judith was a very knowledgable and fun guide. She shared many interesting tidbits as we explored The Rocks.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering our history with Judith while also having fun at the same time. Her knowledge, enthusiasm and interesting stories really do help bring The Rocks to life. Thank you for joining The Rocks Walking Tours!
Paul was a most informative & friendly tour guide. He brought the history to life for us. Thoroughly enjoyed it!
Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Paul’s knowledge and friendly approach brought the history of The Rocks to life for you. It’s wonderful to know you thoroughly enjoyed the tour, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Paul.
Fantastic tour! Stan was a great guide, learned a lot about Sydney and the Rocks. Definitely recommended!
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! It's good to know that you enjoyed exploring Sydney and The Rocks with Stan and learned so much along the way. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. Thank you for recommending The Rocks Walking Tours, and we hope to welcome you back again someday!
Great tour guide, incredibly informative, amazing scenes. Being able to see things you likely would never find on your own makes it all worth it. Just keep in mind that there are some old stone carved stairs that can be steep for some people.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and found your guide so informative. One of the things we love most is sharing the hidden corners and stories of The Rocks that can be easily missed when exploring on your own. Thank you also for mentioning that there are some stairs and uneven surfaces due to the age of the neighbourhood. We can modify the route where needed for guests with mobility concerns. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Sydney!
We have returned home after 1 week in Sydney. Our tour guide Judith was great had a wealth of history that was shared in a respectful, friendly way and engaged all members of the group of all ages. So glad buildings have been preserved just loved it.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that Judith made your visit to The Rocks such an enjoyable and engaging experience. Her knowledge and ability to share Sydney’s history in a friendly and respectful way is something we greatly value. The preservation of The Rocks and its historic buildings makes this area incredibly special, and we’re so pleased you enjoyed discovering its stories with us. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your week in Sydney and hope that you visit us again soon!
