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In this private small group Walking Tour 'Discover The Colony' we will travel back in time to discover all the secrets of the birthplace of modern Australia by visiting The Rocks Historic District and the Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens. We will also cover the main projects that make Sydney a unique modern city.
The tour guide will run the tour exclusively for you or your group (up to 10 guests). This is a very intimate experience to make you really enjoy the rich history of the oldest neighbourhood in Australia.
In the first half of the tour, we will walk the cobblestone alleys of The Rocks where we will tell the stories of the first convicts, prostitutes and gangsters.
We will understand what were the true interests of the British Crown to create a penal colony in Australia, and we will relive the terrible living conditions of this first settlement.
We will continue our adventure walking to the Sydney Royal Botanic Garden to discover the historical importance that this place has had in the development of the penal colony and for the Aboriginal communities.
We will visit the Sydney Opera House forecourt to learn all the details of its construction.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour meeting point is at the Customs House's main gate. Address: 31 Alfred St, Sydney. This historic building is located in Circular Quay, a transport hub with public train, bus, tram and ferry connections. Read more about Sydney Small-Group Walking Tour: Discover The Rocks - https://www.viator.com/tours/Sydney/Walking-Tour-Discover-The-Rocks/d357-277547P1?mcid=56757
The tour will conclude at the Sydney Opera House forecourt
Itinerary
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1The Rocks
The historic district of The Rocks is the birthplace of modern Australia. Any tour in the city should start here
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Sydney Harbour Bridge
The magnificent Sydney Harbour Bridge will be shadowing us as we explore The Rocks. We will bring you to one of the best viewpoints to unveil all its construction secrets.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
In this tour, we will discuss the historical importance this place has had in the development of the penal colony and Aboriginal communities.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sydney Opera House
The tour will conclude with uninterrupted views of the iconic Sydney Opera House. We will discover its unique story before we leave you to portrait this landmark from its best angle.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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