Wed–Sat · to Thu 28 Jan
Meet in front of Customs House · Sydney
a 2.5 hour convict-era ramble through The Rocks with a historian
Get ticketsFrom $50 on whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au Ask your mates if they’re keenGet a link for the group chat · no app neededDates & times
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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.
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Meet in front of Customs House, Sydney
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When is Sydney's convict colony – Walking history tour of The Rocks?
Wed–Sat, to Thu 28 Jan. There are 13 dates to pick from, listed above.
Where is it?
Meet in front of Customs House, Sydney, NSW.
How much are tickets?
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