Sydney's convict colony – Walking history tour of The Rocks
Friday 6 February from 10:30am to 1pm Saturday 7 February from 1:30pm to 4pm Friday 13 February from 10:30am to 2pm Saturday 14 February from 12am to 11am Wednesday 25 February from 10:30am to 1pm Thursday 26 February from 1:30pm to 4pm Wednesday 4 March from 10:30am to 1pm Thursday 5 March from 10:30am to 1pm Saturday 7 March from 10:30am to 1pm Friday 27 March from 10:30am to 1pm
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