The Rocks Guided Walking Tour in Sydney: Celebrating History and Heritage

Experience the rich history and hidden gems of Sydney’s iconic Rocks district on a guided walking tour. Explore convict past, waterfront views, and historic landmarks. Book now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

The Secrets are Alive in the Sandstone – join a walking tour visiting The Rocks picturesque historic sites and hear the tales about ordinary people who did extraordinary things and so began the compelling story of British Australian settlement!
The Rocks Walking Tours’ specialist trained local guides provide walking tours within the heart of historic and…

What's Included
  • 90 minute guided walking tour
  • Guide with amplification for clear commentary
  • Umbrella provided if needed
  • Specialist trained guide with local expertise
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (provided for private bookings)
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

The Rocks Walking Tours provide an engaging exploration of one of Sydney’s most historic areas. Situated at the base of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks features cobblestone streets and colonial architecture that narrate the stories of the city’s early inhabitants.
Guided by our expert guides, these tours explore the rich history from the area’s…

Location
28 Harrington St
Harrington Street
Please note - tours depart exactly on time. Check in 15 minutes prior at our office: Reynolds Cottage, 28 Harrington St, The Rocks (next to The Tap Rooms). Please check in in person with your guide before departure. Late arrivals will miss the tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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21rajatg
Apr 13, 2026
Best tour for history lovers - Good to know the history which is not available anywhere
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J7410mtmarilynr
Apr 13, 2026
Loking into history - A wonderful tour with plenty of knowledge and consideration for those who could not complete the stairs.
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Fergyii
Apr 11, 2026
Knowledgeable Guide - Our guide, George, made this tour. Even though George wasn’t a Sydney native, he really knew the history of the area. He took us down alleyways and showed us areas that we wouldn’t have found on our own. He was thoughtful enough to find shady areas to stop and talk on this very hot day. His voice was strong enough that we could hear everything he was saying. We learned many thing about historical Sydney and Australia. Great tour!
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Gillian
Apr 10, 2026
Interesting and informative walk - Interesting and informative walk
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Seunghyeons2026
Apr 9, 2026
A must-do for history lovers - Stan was an amazing tour guide through and through out. As a history buff, this was the perfect tour. Not only was Stan very informative and knowledgeable on the history of the Rocks, but he was also very skilled in his storytelling and there wasn’t a single moment when I wasn’t engaged in what he had to say. I took the tour on my last day of Sydney and it was a nice wrap to my week and a half long trip as I was able to come away with newfound insight into places I had merely heard of or meandered through throughout the duration of my trip. It was exactly the experience I wanted and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you, Stan!
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Christine_s
Apr 8, 2026
Interesting and Fun - Tour was great and something you should do early on in your time in Sydney if possible. Our guide Judith was really great - very knowledgeable and passionate about Sydney and Australian history. Out group of 7 were from ages 18 to 55 and we all loved it. Highly recommend.
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Roger_f
Apr 8, 2026
Our guide was fun and knowledgeable - My wife and I had a great time! We had Judith as our guide. She was very knowledgeable and she still loved doing this tour after many years. Id recommend this tour company to anyone
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Y1346voandrewm
Mar 27, 2026
Excellent tour, even for Sydney locals..! - Excellent 90min. We are locals to NSW, and wanted to learn more about the Rocks history. Our guide , George was great, really engaging, knowledgeable and friendly. We will be recommending this tour to our friends, but will get them to ask for George..!
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Angela_l
Mar 30, 2026
Great tour - Very interesting and informative tour. The guide was great and explains the history well. Recommend for a great introduction to Sydney history.
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Andrew_r
Mar 29, 2026
Good Way to Become Acquainted with the Area - Stan, our tour leader was very knowledgeable. The tour focused on what lead GB to ship criminals to Sydney and the impact on the indigenous people.
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From $36
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).