Thursday 18 April 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Wednesday 8 May 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Saturday 11 May 2024 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Step into the sinister, sensational and sexed-up world of old Kings Cross on this history walking tour. This unique exploration will connect contemporary visitors with the colourful characters, notorious crime stories and infamous clubs of Sydney’s historic entertainment hub.
Over the course of the 20th century, Kings Cross secured its scandalous status as a late-night playground driven by sex, drugs and rock’n’roll. This sunset stroll will re-imagine the glamour, gangsters and go-go bars that left their mark on Sydney’s Golden Mile.
Our adventure will awaken the allure of art deco and the glow of neon lights as we bring to life the incredible identities, icons and institutions that kept Kings Cross alight with action.
The Stories included:
Dulcie Deamer: Queen of Bohemia
Abe Saffron: Boss of The Cross
Carlotta: Star of the Show
Bernie Houghton: Baron of Bourbon
Kate Leigh: Queen of Sly Grog
Roger Rogerson: King of Corruption
Juanita Nielson: Princess of Potts Point
Rosaleen Norton: Witch of Kings Cross
The Beatles
Dusty Springfield
Frank Sinatra
Ella Fitzgerald
Mick Jagger
Nellie Melba
David Bowie
Elton John
The Pink Pussy Cat
The Pink Panther
Les Girls
The Silver Spade
The Roosevelt
The Bourbon & Beefsteak
The Nevada
Surf City