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No apps. No downloads. No in-person guides. This self-guided ghost tour runs through your basic web browser (password protected). Your phone will guide you to each location, where you will press play at each stop to uncover chilling stories, haunted locations, and dark colonial legends—at your own pace. Tour password is good for 7 days from time of first activation. Purchasing multiple tickets will create a password for your entire group.

Delve into the eerie past of Sydney with The Rocks Ghost Tours, where haunting stories and chilling legends await. This unique walking tour takes you through the historic precinct of The Rocks, showcasing its spooky heritage while visiting seldom-seen locations. Expert historians lead you through tales of Sydney's dark history, ensuring an engaging experience filled with local lore and supernatural encounters. Tailored for various groups, including private events and themed celebrations, this tour promises an unforgettable journey into the macabre. Join us for a thrilling exploration of one of Australia's most haunted sites. - Nightly ghost tours featuring exclusive access to hidden locations - Expert historians share captivating local tales and hauntings - Ideal for team building, birthday parties, and special events - Explore The Rocks' rich history in a fun and interactive way

Explore beyond the major tourist attractions and get to know one of Sydney’s most diverse and interesting neighborhoods–Newtown–on this street art and food tour. Avoid the hassle and discomfort of large tours as this one is capped at twelve participants. Learn more about local culture on an art walking tour, then refuel at four food stops, which might include Egyptian, Pakistani, Turkish, Japanese, and more.

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.

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.

Sydney's busy roads can make sightseeing tricky. Skip city traffic and combine a ferry ride with admission to Taronga Zoo. Depart from Circular Quay and sail across Sydney Harbour, taking in panoramic views of the skyline along the way. At the zoo, spot koalas and kangaroos, along with wildlife from around the world. Your package includes round-trip ferry transfers, so getting back to the city center couldn't be easier.

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

Explore all things ghostly as we visit Sydney's most haunted pubs. Hear about the notorious Rocks Push, vanishing sailors and the Woman In Black. Walk with the disturbed spirits in the Cellar at The Waterloo Hotel, said to be one of Australia's most haunted Hotels. You will discover the seedy underworld of Australia's original seaport. There is also plenty of opportunity enroute to calm your nerves at a pub haunted by a pianist, a drinking den at the center of an epidemic and a murder hot spot. Tour includes visiting haunted, historic pubs with access to an original Cellar.

Visiting the Blue Mountains independently can be tiring to do independently, with long distances between viewpoints. This full-day tour from Sydney simplifies the journey, connecting the region’s highlights while a driver tackles the roads. Take in sweeping views from Kings Tableland, walk to scenic spots such as Wentworth Falls or Leura Cascades, and visit the towns of Leura and Katoomba to see the Three Sisters. The day ends with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River back to Circular Quay.

Located on the shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of fascinating animals, including Australian natives such as the koala, kangaroo, and platypus. Check the schedule for daily keeper presentations, or book an animal encounter or guided tour (own expense) for a more in-depth experience.

Cruise the ocean waters to look for humpback and southern right whales as they migrate between Antarctica and the Great Barrier Reef. Your whale-watching experience starts from Sydney Harbour and heads to the open ocean on a custom-built catamaran with large viewing windows and spacious decks that provide excellent sightlines. Often, dolphins, seabirds, and other marine animals make an appearance during the whale-watching tour, which lasts a couple of hours.

Discover the storied past of Glebe, a historic suburb of Sydney, on this walking tour led by a local expert. Learn about the wealthy neighborhood’s history and architecture as you walk from St. Johns Anglican Church to Bidura House, Hartford House, and more. Your guide shares insights and stories about the Edwardian and Victorian mansions and Gothic Revival churches along the way.

Head to The Rocks to learn about Sydney’s colorful past. Your historian guide will regale you with stories of the first convicts to arrive in Sydney, their early experiences in Australia, and how they ultimately transformed a shanty camp to an enduring settlement. Listen to tales of street gangs, visit the Customs House, and check out maps and murals of old and new Sydney.

Enjoy sweeping views of Sydney Harbour during a 20-minute scenic helicopter flight over Sydney. If you’re short on time in the city or just want to see a lot in one go, take to the skies for a quick flight with stunning panoramic views. Check off Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House, and Sydney Harbour Bridge without having to walk anywhere or struggle through the crowds.

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.

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.

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.

From Central Station to the Royal Botanic Garden, this cinematic walking tour takes you through iconic movie locations, behind-the-scenes secrets, and interactive storytelling that brings Sydney’s film history to life. Along the way, your guide—an insider with a passion for movies—will share expanded facts about films across New South Wales, including lesser-known locations and fun anecdotes. Plus, get a peek behind the curtain with some insider details on what’s currently filming around the city!

Visit some of Sydney’s best small bars while discovering amazing street art with an expert. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, non-drinkers, locals, visitors – anyone who wants a fun & unique night out. Over 3 hours, your expert host will take you to 3 different bars, with the first drink (beer or wine) included, while weaving in stories about street art & showing you murals by some of Australia’s most famous and talented artists. On Wednesdays, the tour takes place in Newtown & Enmore Rd. Starting at the iconic "I Have A Dream" mural, you'll explore some of Sydney’s best bars around Newtown and Enmore Road, recently voted as one of the coolest streets in the world. On Saturdays, the tour takes place in Redfern & Chippendale. Starting at the "Old Clare" hotel, you'll hit up two neighbourhoods, home to a range of eclectic small bars and heaps of impressive street art. After the tour, we’ll provide you with a map link to all the bars and places visited on the tour.

Explore the Blue Mountains with ease on this full-day private tour from Sydney. Stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park on the way, then see landmarks like the Three Sisters, Cahill's Lookout and Wentworth Falls. Enjoy the rides at Scenic World (extra cost), then return to Sydney Harbour via a scenic cruise down the Parramatta River to Sydney Harbour.