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.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bathrooms
Lunch
Admission into Sydney Town Hall, The General Post Office, NSW Parliament and Hyde Park Barracks.
Meeting Points
Departure
1400 George St
The tour starts at the front of St Andrew's Cathedral
Return
Hyde Park
The tour ends at the Archibald Fountain in Hyde Park.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bathrooms
Lunch
Admission into Sydney Town Hall, The General Post Office, NSW Parliament and Hyde Park Barracks.
Meeting Points
Departure
1400 George St
The tour starts at the front of St Andrew's Cathedral
Return
Hyde Park
The tour ends at the Archibald Fountain in Hyde Park.
Itinerary
1
St. Andrew's Cathedral
A stunning twin-towered Sandstone building with beautiful carvings and detail.
10 minutes
2
Sydney Town Hall
Sydney's premier stately governmental building, the town hall boasts a massive clock tower, sandstone carved decoration and a stunning white marble staircase - a great photo backdrop!
5 minutes
3
Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
This is Sydney's biggest historic building. It features copper domes, stained glass windows, two mezzanines and incredible views.
10 minutes
4
General Post Office (GPO) Sydney
Once Australia's largest building the GPO is an incredibly lavish structure complete with amazing 19th-century carvings of Sydney scenes and people.
10 minutes
5
Macquarie Place Park
This quaint park showcases the anchor of an extremely important ship in Sydney's history and is also the cartographic centre of the city.
10 minutes
6
State Library of New South Wales
A stately building that houses the biggest collection of artefacts relating to a single region in the world.
5 minutes
7
Parliament of New South Wales
A significant colonial building, this is the oldest public building in Australia and features Greek-inspired architecture.
5 minutes
8
Hyde Park Barracks
A convict stronghold, this colonial fortress is possibly Sydney's most interesting building and features stunning Georgian architecture.
5 minutes
9
St. Mary's Cathedral
As the largest church in the country, St Mary's is a terrific sandstone behemoth, that is covered in amazing architectural detail.
