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Haunted Sydney: The Rocks Ghost Murder Mystery Puzzle Walk

Your first day guiding at Hyde Park Barracks ends with a cold touch on your shoulder. A ghostly woman appears: help me find my son. In this self-guided mystery walk, you follow Alice through Sydney's most haunted streets to uncover who murdered Thomas. Decode clues at the convict barracks where 1,700 men once slept in lice-infested hammocks. Walk the Forgotten Songs laneway, then descend into The Rocks to investigate Australia's most haunted hotel, an 1840s opium den, and a pub with a secret smuggling tunnel. The route passes the Dead House where the Shark Arm Murder was investigated, the Merchant's House where a strangled wife still walks, and ruins where a ghost matches her 1831 murder description exactly. Real hauntings fuel every stop. With 11 stops across 100 minutes from Hyde Park to the Harbour Bridge, this is Sydney's most complete ghost walk, best after dark. Download the Questo app, start whenever you dare, and help Alice find her lost son.

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Haunted Sydney: The Rocks Ghost Murder Mystery Puzzle Walk

1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutesFree Cancellation

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Explore the shadowy history of The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighbourhood, on a compelling 1.5-hour walking tour. This engaging journey reveals the stories of convicts, criminals, and corrupt officials who shaped the area’s notorious past. Navigate narrow cobbled streets and hidden laneways while taking in stunning views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travellers alike, this tour provides in-depth insights into the lives of those who once lived in this vibrant yet gritty neighbourhood. - 1.5-hour guided walking tour of The Rocks, Sydney's historical heart - Discover the tales of convicts, gangs, and corruption - Stunning views of Sydney Harbour and iconic landmarks - Suitable for history lovers and curious explorers

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Rocks Convict and Crime Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Uncover the origins of modern Australia on a captivating 2-hour walking tour of The Rocks. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, explore the oldest streets and laneways of Sydney, while delving into the compelling stories of convicts and governors who shaped the nation. Visit notable sites such as Cadmans Cottage and Foundation Park, and marvel at the views from Observatory Hill. This tour offers a rich cultural experience through engaging storytelling, perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers seeking to understand Australia's beginnings. - 2-hour guided walking tour in English, focusing on Sydney's colonial history - Discover key historical sites including Cadmans Cottage and the Sydney Harbour Bridge - Experience fascinating narratives about the First Fleet and early settlement life - Ideal for history lovers and first-time visitors, with comfortable walking required

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The Rocks Historical Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Walk through a beautiful part of Sydney, but uncover stories dating to the 1920s, and hear about the area’s dark past from your guide. They will show you crime scenes of the Parkland Killer and the Mutilator Murders of the 1960s, and show you an area once known as “Razorhurst” where gang fights happened long ago. You’ll hear more from your guide than from any guidebook, so be prepared to be entertained.

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Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney

2 hoursFree Cancellation

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

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Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Understanding Sydney’s layered history can be difficult without local context, particularly in areas shaped by both Indigenous heritage and European colonies. This guided pub walking tour explores The Rocks, an area with deep cultural significance, through stories connected to its long-standing pubs. Walk between venues with a local guide, enjoy four included drinks, and learn how social gathering places reflected changing communities over time.

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Sydney The Rocks Historical Pub Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight

20 minutesFree Cancellation

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from USD 192

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Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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In the 1920s, Sydney was the crime capital of the world — a city ruled not by gangsters in suits, but by razor-wielding women. This walking tour takes you through Razorhurst, where cocaine queens, brothel madams, and corrupt cops built bloody empires. Meet Tilly Devine, Kate Leigh, and Nellie Cameron — the real-life crime bosses who made Sydney more dangerous than Chicago. If you love true crime, scandal, and stories too wild for the history books, this tour is unmissable.

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Bloody Dames of Darlinghurst Crime Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Come, if you dare, on an evening stroll through Sydney’s most haunted streets. Your guide leads you on a walking tour around The Rocks district, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods and a place full of spine-tingling stories and legendary ghosts. Learn more about historical events and paranormal phenomena while your guide tells you about hauntings and ghost sightings in fascinating detail.

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SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Uncover the secrets of Sydney’s heritage as you explore The Rocks on this guided walking tour of the historic precinct. Offering amazing views over the Sydney Harbour and the Campbells Cove Wharves, your guide will lead you along shady laneways and cobbled courtyards where you’ll discover some of Sydney’s earliest buildings, including Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816 and the Garrison Church, which dates back to the 1840s.

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Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Eastern Sydney Panorama trike tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Balmain’s pub scene is packed with history—but without local insight, it’s easy to miss the stories behind the bar. On this guided walking tour, visit several of the neighborhood’s best-known pubs and enjoy a complimentary craft beer or wine at each stop. As you stroll between venues, your guide shares tales of colorful characters and working-class roots that earned Balmain its reputation as one of Sydney’s original “puburbs.”

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Balmain Pub Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Convicts and The Rocks: Sydney's Walking Tour Led by Historian

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Virtual Room - 40-50min VR Escape Game Adventure for 2+ Players

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Discover the history of Sydney on a 2.5-hour walking tour and pub crawl in The Rocks. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide takes you to four of Sydney's oldest pubs where you try a different glass of craft beer, cider, or wine in each venue. Learn about the early days of the British colony in Australia and hear the stories of these old-time pubs as you enjoy their rich atmosphere and tasty drinks.

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The Rocks Pub Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Embark on “Sydney’s Secrets: A Family Walking Adventure,” designed to put you and your loved ones at the heart of Sydney’s cultural and natural beauty. This walking tour isn’t just a sightseeing trip; it’s a chance to create lasting memories with your family. Explore the lush landscapes of Hyde Park, inspire creativity at the Art Gallery of NSW, and wander through the enchanting Royal Botanic Garden. Each step is an opportunity to learn and bond, making you the hero of your family adventure. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this tour promises to show you the hidden gems and celebrated highlights of Sydney, ensuring a delightful experience for all ages. Join us to discover why Sydney remains a beloved destination for families around the world.

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Sydney’s Secrets Family Walking Adventure

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Magic Men Cabaret Show

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Experience wine and wildlife on this comprehensive day trip from Sydney. Admire gorgeous coastal views on a scenic drive to Royal National Park, snap a selfie with a koala in Symbio Wildlife Park, and hike to a waterfall lookout in Morton National Park. Plus, enjoy a seaside lunch and boutique wine tasting—all included in the tour price. Enjoy a more personal experience with a small-group maximum of 11.

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Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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