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Sydney's convict colony – Walking history tour of The Rocks

Where
31 Alfred St
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
When

Saturday 25 January from 10:30am to 1pm Friday 31 January from 2:30pm to 5pm Wednesday 5 February from 11am to 1:30pm Wednesday 12 February from 10:30am to Thursday 13 February 8am Thursday 13 February from 1:30pm to 4pm Saturday 22 February from 1:30pm to 4pm Wednesday 26 February from 10:30am to 1pm Thursday 27 February from 10:30am to 1pm Sunday 2 March from 11am to Monday 3 March 1:30am Friday 7 March from 10:30am to 1pm Friday 14 March from 10:30am to 1pm Wednesday 19 March from 10:30am to 1pm Wednesday 26 March from 10:30am to 1pm Wednesday 2 April from 10:30am to Thursday 3 April 1am

Cost

Adult: $49Concession: $44

Expect: fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight as we uncover the scallywag stories of convicts, colonists, soldiers, sailors, larrikins, legends, rum and rebellions.

Once upon a time (not so long ago), a bizarre colonial experiment took place on the rocky shores of Sydney’s ancient Indigenous harbour. Thousands of miles from home, England’s banished thieves were locked in a prison with ocean walls; forced to find food and cut through stone.

Defying the odds, their shanty camp survived and grew – clutching to life on the banks of a freshwater stream. Gardens were grown, goods were traded & rum soon ranked as both currency & cure.

As centuries changed, The Rocks was carved into cottages and corridors. Scallywags sailed into shore. Larrikins lurked in the laneways & many a clever convict swapped their chains for riches.

Journey Walks invites you to share a part in this remarkable story. This tour will keep your ears pricked, your eyes open and your passion for the past brought to life.

Tour details:

  • 2.5hr walking tour

  • Led by a Sydney Historian

  • Small groups up to 15 people

  • This tour moves at an easy-going pace

  • Visiting approximately 20 historic stops

  • Not recommended for children under 12 years of age

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