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Badass Women of Sydney Walking Tour

FromA$60
2 hours
Commentary: Audio · en
Sydney, Australia

About this activity

Experience Sydney’s vibrant story through the eyes of its badass women. This guided walking tour uncovers trailblazers from Macquarie Street to The Rocks.

Highlights

  • Uncover hidden heroines on Sydney’s iconic Macquarie Street
  • Explore vibrant history in The Rocks district
  • Hear untold stories of Sydney’s pioneering women
  • See heritage buildings preserved by fearless women
  • Walk Sydney’s oldest streets led by passionate guides

Full description

Step into the stories left out of the guidebooks! History comes alive on the Badass Women of Sydney Walking Tour, where you’ll stroll from Macquarie Street to Sydney’s legendary The Rocks with an engaging local guide from She Shapes History. Encounter the remarkable women who opened doors, challenged convention, and preserved the character of Australia’s most famous city. Discover tales of spirited pub owners, courageous nurses, pioneering writers, and determined Chinese-Australian women, all woven into Sydney’s oldest laneways. This tour is for anyone who loves untold stories and wants to see Sydney in a whole new light. Suitable for all fitness levels and an absolute must for curious travelers and locals alike!

Included / Excluded

  • Local Tour Guide

Itinerary

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Sydney

We walk from Taylor Square to the State Library of NSW.

Duration: 2 hours

Important information

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible but some paths are cobblestone
  • Suitable for all ages; infants can ride in a stroller
  • No meals or drinks provided; bring your own refreshments

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water
  • Tour runs rain or shine – dress appropriately
  • Public transport options are nearby
  • Accessible for strollers and service animals

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Giving our women of history the recognition they deserve!

This was such a unique and informative tour. Our guide Kathryn was passionate about the subject matter and full of interesting information which brought all the stories to life. It's wonderful for the women of our history to finally be getting their stories told and giving them the recognition they deserve. It was an action packed tour and yet easy to walk around (I have some difficulty with walking but it was very doable)

inspireanddJul 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Loved it, highly recommend!

Such a great tour! We really enjoyed hearing about the fierce women in our history who did so much for us, for themselves and for our country-we knew the names but not the story behind them and Kathryn our guide was brilliant in every way. Not a tour for the stragglers as Kathryn keeps a cracking pace yet we never felt rushed. Highly recommend!

rebeccagQ8660EOJul 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great Sydney experience.

Ameira was a great guide, very knowledgeable. Good paced walking, great info delivered in a professional , friendly manner.

551anikacJul 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fascinating, I highly recommend this tour!

I highly recommend this tour. I have lived in Sydney all my life and discovered places & stories I never knew existed. Our guide Kathryn was just amazing. It went so fast! I will now look at all their other tours in other states & locations.

mrsmacca1Jul 10, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The best way to spend a morning in Sydney!

I absolutely loved the Bad Ass Women of Sydney walk with Amiera! I was fascinated by the stories of the courageous women who challenged the status quo, fought for change, and helped shape the city. The tour was engaging, inspiring and left me wanting to learn more. I walked away with a real appreciation for these remarkable women and would highly recommend this experience.

dmm1au58Jul 9, 2026TRIPADVISOR
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