The Rocks Historical Walking Tour

Enjoy views of Sydney Harbour and learn about Circular Quay’s role as one of Sydney’s most important waterfront hubs. Take in the Opera House, harbour, and surrounding historic buildings while your guide introduces the city’s early development.

Admire the museum’s striking Art Deco architecture and its waterfront setting. Your guide will introduce Australia’s contemporary art scene and the museum’s cultural significance.

See one of Sydney’s oldest surviving buildings, dating from 1816. Learn about its connections to Sydney’s early maritime history, including its former roles as a sailors’ home and water police station.

Walk through the historic heart of The Rocks, exploring sandstone buildings, narrow laneways, historic streets, and former workers’ residences. Hear stories about convicts, immigrants, sailors, and the early settlement of Sydney.

See the archaeological remains of early colonial homes and discover how ordinary people lived in Sydney’s first residential communities.

See the preserved terrace houses built in 1844 and learn about the everyday lives of working-class and immigrant families in The Rocks. The museum contains four historic homes that were continuously inhabited for more than 150 years.

Walk up to one of Sydney’s best harbour viewpoints. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Rocks while your guide explains the area’s history and Sydney’s early astronomical observations.

Finish the walk with spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Learn about the bridge’s construction and importance to Sydney, and enjoy time for photos at one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.