Sydney city historic walking tour

Sydney’s CBD is brimming with history. From stories of Aboriginal leaders and convict uprisings to warring bell towers, gruesome murders, and the construction of historic landmarks, this tour covers it all. Together, we’ll uncover the city’s formation and discuss the lives of its vibrant past residents.

We’ll visit the oldest European buildings in Australia, delve into Sydney’s subterranean secrets, and discuss the city’s most elaborate architecture. Along the way, you’ll hear incredible tales of corruption, fortune, and despair.

We highlight many forgotten sites, stories and myths that have contributed to Sydney's almost unbelievable history.

Join us for a tour—you’ll never see Sydney the same way again.

Key highlights

• St Andrews Cathedral

• Sydney Town Hall

• The Queen Victoria Building

• The Former General Post Office

• Macquarie Place Park

• Conservatorium of Music

• Garden Palace

• State Library of NSW

• NSW Parliament

• The Mint

• Hyde Park Barracks

• St Mary's Cathedral

Tour details

• Tours operate on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 am.

• This is a 2-hour tour.

• We meet between Sydney Town Hall and St Andrews Cathedral.

• Children accompanied by an adult are welcome.

• Dogs on leashes are also welcome.

• The route is 2.8 kilometres in length with plenty of shade, seating, bubblers and toilets along the way.

What to expect

• A reasonably paced tour highlighting Sydney's incredible history.

• An experienced local guide who is eager to share Sydney's historical, cultural and architectural highlights.

• A friendly group of young families, retirees, couples, locals, domestic and international tourists and solo travellers.

• Group sizes do not exceed 20 people so attendees are still able to see and hear easily.