Things to do


The Rocks in Sydney is packed with things to do and see, including some of Sydney’s landmark attractions, tours and free events.

Visit the Sydney Visitor Centre in The Rocks Centre, on the corner of Argyle and Playfair Streets. You’ll find friendly and knowledgeable experts who can provide advice about Sydney tours, attractions and what’s on in Sydney. The Visitor Centre also has maps, brochures, tour booking facilities, gifts and mementos.

There are many free things to do at The Rocks, Sydney. Check out our calendar of ‘What’s on at The Rocks’ to get a listing of upcoming events.

A great place to discover Sydney’s fascinating history is at The Rocks Discovery Museum, which combines interactive technology with archaeological artefacts found in The Rocks. One of the many free things to do at The Rocks – it’s the perfect complement to any of the Sydney tours you may be interested in taking.

Explore the ‘secrets of the sandstone’ and local events and history in a 90-minute walking tour with The Rocks Walking Tours. The guides will entertain you and bring to life the stories of The Rocks’ colourful past.

The Rocks Ghost Tour takes you on a journey from this world to the convict colony of The Rocks. Discover the dark side of death, murder, hangings and hauntings of the past in one of Sydney’s most entertaining tours.

For an evening tour that will show you a different side of The Rocks, join The Rocks Pub Tour. You will get to sample the local brews on the way and finish off the evening with a specially discounted meal at your favourite hotel.

Captain Cook, Magistic and Matilda Cruises all offer a range of cruises on Sydney Harbour, from sunrise breakfast to seafood lunch and sunset cocktail cruises. If you have an adventurous spirit, take the Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb and experience magnificent views of Sydney Harbour and beyond.

Check out the many galleries featuring everything from contemporary art, ceramics and sculpture to photography and Aboriginal craft.

Every Saturday and Sunday, all year round, The Rocks is transformed into Sydney’s premier all-weather market as over 150 stalls set up shop for The Rocks Market. You’ll find gourmet foods, homewares, accessories and treats to pamper yourself at The Rocks Market.

There is always something happening at The Rocks.

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