Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour: Discover a Hidden, Crime-Ridden Past
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179 Ratings
Dawes Point
Uncover Sydney's hidden, crime-ridden past on a thrilling Dark Stories True Crime Tour. Explore the city's notorious neighborhoods, alleyways, and laneways while discovering humanity's darkest deeds. Book now!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Rocks - Our guide will take you to revisit the scenes of the crime, secret locations in addition to enjoying some breathtaking views.
What's Included
  • Knowledgeable Tour Host
  • 90 Minute Tour
Additional Information

Embark on a Journey Through the Underworld…

Venture into the city and delve into Sydney’s history, unearthing the concealed mysteries of the city’s earliest and most brutal district.

Experience an unhurried walking tour as you follow the path previously tread by Sydney’s most infamous residents through ancient, cobbled streets.

Step back into a tumultuous past, an epoch of gang activity, lethal bouts of lead poisoning, unconventional excuses, and a solid dose of gritty crime.

Revisit an era that reminds us that reality is often more bizarre than imaginative tales as you navigate back-alleys and lanes you were oblivious to before.

Plenty of chances for quintessential photo shoots and sightseeing, showcasing Sydney at its finest.

Reserve your spot now for an exceptional delve into a shadowy, crime-infested history.

Sydney’s The Rocks may appear idyllic today, but it once housed the despairing, the poor, and the wicked.

Travel down memory lane and reacquaint yourself with a wealth of Sydney Crime tales weaving together mankind’s bleakest actions against stunning backdrops.

…tales the city endeavoured to erase…

Location
Parbury Lane
Departure Point: Meets at Parbury Lane, just opposite the Sydney Harbour Bridge in The Rocks.  Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour start time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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314terrie
May 24, 2024
A must do! - The tour, brilliantly led by Katelyn, far exceeded our expectations as we explored, discovered and marvelled at Sydney’s criminal past in the iconic The Rocks precinct. Top notch work Katelyn - you kept your group engaged and entertained!
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N8779yxalexs
Apr 28, 2024
Ryan, the Crime Tour King - OMG Ryan was amazing! I was sceptical at first I would have a plausible experience but as soon as Ryan started the tour, it was full of facts, amazing story telling, puns, laughs, amazing vibes - the works. This man was destined to be a tour guide! This is one of the best activities I did during my stay in Sydney from Adelaide. I will be doing this again next time I visit Sydney!
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Debbiegk959om
Apr 27, 2024
Fun night with the Fabulous Ryan - A fabulous tour to do for something different & to get a great background on the history of The Rocks. My friend & I were a little lost finding the initial meeting place but our fabulous host Ryan called me to find out where we were & kindly guided us to the group. He had to call us twice - very much appreciated & going above & beyond to ensure we didn't miss out. Such a fun evening & Ryan's storytelling was full of interesting facts & lots of laughs.
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Philip_k
Apr 23, 2024
Great Experience! - Ryan did an amazing job, he was engaging in his presentation and adaptable when the circumstances required. He is the most upbeat true crime tour guide I have ever had. Thank you for a great experience.
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Navigator298854
Apr 22, 2024
Jade is AMAZING - Jade is AMAZING at her job. She has a great sense of humour, her dark humour included. Also being involved in re-enactments of stories that happened was also fun. I know the group I was with was a bit hard to please and 3 groups left early even though there was 15 mins left, but Jade did her best to uplift the stiffs, so I do feel sorry for her in that regard as Jade has such a bubbly and happy nature. Again, Jade is AMAZING at her job and her story telling, and I do plan to go again in the near future. Thank you once again, Jade. 10/10
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Sandra_m
Apr 10, 2024
Interesting and fun tour with Jade - Jade was very knowledgeable and didn’t rush to each destination. Interesting and fun that she included you in a couple of re-enactments. Learnt a lot about the dark side of Sydney /The Rocks. Highly recommend to go on the tour with Jade and her lantern.
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Shaneeo469
Apr 9, 2024
Lark in the Park with Stories that are Dark - Our host was Ryan and we absolutely loved him! He was super insightful with all the stories, and had such a great dry, dark sense of humour. It was just my mum and I on the tour, and it allowed for such a personalised telling of the stories. The stories were interesting, the puns were better, and the weather happened to be marvellous - just an all around excellent time.
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Bosemish
Apr 7, 2024
Great night out in Sydney - Ryan who led the tour on the 6th April was superb and never faltered in his telling of any of the stories. He led us all over the Rocks and the funny jokes he would throw in at the end of a story lightened the mood from the terrible story itself. I can't speak more highly of the tour & this guide was brilliant!! Cheers for the interesting evening.
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Mcmurrayb
Apr 6, 2024
Past true crime relived - This took us to a range of places we would never have gone otherwise. The tour guide was lovely helping us learn about some sad true crimes that happened in the area. Great evening out, would now be interested in doing more tours to learn more.
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Mickleafe
Mar 31, 2024
Great Walking Tour - Very Interesting History - Great host - Jade. Very knowledgeable and a great walking tour around The Rocks - 31/03/2024. Very informative and historical tour, very well told.
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