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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

Good to know

  • Guides use headsets

Traveler reviews

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Entertaining and informative- perfect way to see the city!

Absolutely amazing walking tour. Kathryn, our guide, was warm, funny and obviously passionate about the history she was relaying to us. It was a beautiful day and a great group of people to share this wonderful Sydney experience.

miscelleniOct 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Totally worth it!

Amazing tour that really shows how women of the past shaped Sydney! Also very doable if you have capacity issues with walking. There were lots of opportunities to sit and with shade.

771juliannecOct 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fun, engaging, active way to learn about Sydney’s past and the women who shaped it.

Wonderful experience. Our guide was a terrific storyteller, very engaging and fun. I knew a bit or a fair bit about many of the women but there were some I’d never heard of and I learnt new things about Sydney’s past. The pacing was great. Highly recommend.

523denisenOct 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Definitely recommend to any history lover

Brilliant way to explore women’s stories on-the-ground! Very knowledgeable, personable & passionate guide who made the tour so engaging. Nice small group of fellow history nerds who instantly started chatting. Great fun!!

krisnT5754MJOct 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Super-interesting ‘hidden history’ walking tour

Super-interesting ‘hidden history’ walking tour with the excellent story-teller & guide Cat! Discovered so much! Highly recommended!!

894lilejOct 9, 2026TRIPADVISOR
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