Sydney Crimes and Passions Walking Tour of Kings Cross
2 Hours
Mobile Ticket
Hotel Pickup Offered
No
English
Language Offered
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Overview
Follow your knowledgeable guide on a walking tour that explores Kings Cross, a neighborhood that is considered Australia's red light capital. Your two-hour walk on the wild side highlights the district's colorful and sometimes violent history. What began as a glamorous address in the early 1800s transformed into a hardscrabble district rife with prostitution, organized crime, sly-grog shops (illegal alcohol distributors), gangster romances and riots in the 1920s and 1930s. Glimpse into a lesser-known side of Sydney's on this safe stroll through the past and present of Kings Cross.
Friendly and informative guide
2 Hour guided walk of the colorful and iconic Kings Cross
Explore the streets of the red light capital of Australia
Be dazzled by stories of mysterious disappearances and funny mishaps that have taken place
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
2 hour guided walking tour of Kings Cross
Complimentary drink at a centrally located Kings Cross bar
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure & Return
Departure point
Under the Coca-Cola signCorner William Street & Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
Departure Time
6:00pm
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Make your own way to the heart of Kings Cross where you meet your guide in the early evening. Learn about the district's unsolved mysteries and infamous crimes as your guide shows you a number of places that feature in the neighborhood's tumultuous history. In the early part of the 19th century, elegant mansions were built in the district and it was known as a prestigious locale with great views of Sydney Harbour and the Blue Mountains. By the 1920s and 1930s, the area had turned into an epicenter for violence and vice. Your guide shares stories about the gangs and gang leaders, including several powerful and notorious women, who dominated the neighborhood in that era, which lasted until World War Two. Long considered a place for artists and alternative lifestyles, this bohemian district continues to evolve in modern times. Hear all about it from your guide as you take in the neighborhood on foot, then retire to a vibrant local bar where you continue to learn about the neighborhood. Your guide ensures a safe walk around Kings Cross and an engaging look at the past and present of one of Sydney's most lively districts.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour is wheelchair accessible
Tours operate regardless of weather conditions
Please wear comfortable shoes
Under 18 years olds must be with a parent or guardian. Photo ID may be requested by your guide
This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page
For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is No cancellation fee
If you cancel within 3 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is 100 percent cancellation fee