Story of Sydney Tour

If you are new to Sydney (or only here for a short visit) this experience is designed to give you the best orientation of Sydney and the inner city suburbs. The tour will also appeal to locals interested in learning more about the history of Sydney, Australia, and how it came to be.

The Story of Sydney takes you on an intimate journey through Sydney from 1788 to today. You will discover the history, lifestyle and culture of the diverse neighbourhoods.

Itinerary
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Pass By: The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia

The tour begins in Australia’s oldest suburb, The Rocks, you will explore the history and discover how the area has evolved from a penal colony to housing two of the world’s most prominent icons. Listen to intriguing stories of early European settlers, like how Governor Lachlan Macquarie and his wife, Elizabeth, changed the face of Sydney with their tremendous vision.

The story unfolds as you travel past iconic landmarks, and through many charming and vibrant neighbourhoods on route to Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach. Discover the lively street culture, entertainment and shopping opportunities of Chinatown, Darling Harbour, and Australia’s largest urban development, Barangaroo, before returning to your hotel.

Stop At: Sydney Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

View the Harbour from lookout locations

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: The Rocks, The Rocks, New South Wales

This is where the Story begins

Stop At: Mrs Macquarie's Chair, 1D Mrs Macquaries Rd The Rocks Visitors Centre, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia

Enjoy the spectacular views across the harbour towards Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Woolloomooloo Wharf, 6 Cowper Wharf Rd Woolloomooloo, Sydney, New South Wales 2011 Australia

Starting from Woolloomooloo then onto neighbourhoods such as Kings Cross, Potts Point and Paddington

Pass By: Double Bay, Double Bay, New South Wales

Luxury neighbourhoods of Double Bay, Darling Point, Rose Bay and Vaucluse

Stop At: Watsons Bay, Watsons Bay, Woollahra, New South Wales

View and take a short coastal walk of The Gap

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach, New South Wales

Another photo opportunity and time to have a short walk

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Darlinghurst, Darlinghurst, New South Wales

Home to our fabulous Mardi Gras

Pass By: Chinatown, George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia

Chinatown, Darling Harbour and Barangaroo