Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 57 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour worth booking?
Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $43 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 57 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (57)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $43 per person
This isn’t your usual Sydney history tour. Uncover Sydney’s hidden women’s history with your passionate and knowledgeable local guide. Step off the beaten path and discover a side of Sydney few ever see. Together we’ll walk from leafy Hyde Park, down Macquarie Street and into The Rocks. We’ll learn about the woman who saved Macquarie Street’s iconic colonial era buildings and witness stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge while learning about the woman who managed the whole project. From there, we’ll head into Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood and learn about the woman who was a founding member of one of Australia’s major banks. We promise you'll leave feeling inspired by Sydney’s remarkable and unexpected women's history, and you might even make a few new friends along the way! - This walking tour is best suited to mobile travellers - The tour runs for two hours - Suitable for first-time and regular visitors to Sydney - Learn about the women that history books overlook
What you get
About this experience
This isn’t your usual Sydney history tour. Uncover Sydney’s hidden women’s history with your passionate and knowledgeable local guide. Step off the beaten path and discover a side of Sydney few ever see. Together we’ll walk from leafy Hyde Park, down Macquarie Street and into The Rocks. We’ll learn about the woman who saved Macquarie Street’s iconic colonial era buildings and witness stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge while learning about the woman who managed the whole project. From there, we’ll head into Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood and learn about the woman who was a founding member of one of Australia’s major banks. We promise you'll leave feeling inspired by Sydney’s remarkable and unexpected women's history, and you might even make a few new friends along the way! - This walking tour is best suited to mobile travellers - The tour runs for two hours - Suitable for first-time and regular visitors to Sydney - Learn about the women that history books overlook
What's included
Included
- Hand-drawn souvenir postcard by a local artist
- A follow-up list of resources and further reading on the stories shared
- A group photo with your guide
- Passionate & Professional Local Guide
What you'll see and do
Hyde Park
We start our walk in Hyde Park, which was once a ritual contest ground and an important site for ceremony, gathering, and camping for local Aboriginal groups.
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The Mint
Admire the view of Macquarie Street’s iconic 19th Century buildings while learning about the woman who saved them from demolition.
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Meet the Nightingale trained nurse who reformed Sydney hospital.
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Learn the story of the first woman elected to NSW Parliament, and why she’s still considered an icon today.
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Government House
Meet NSW’s first woman (and most popular!) governor since 1788.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge
We stop on the Cahill Expressway to admire a stunning view of the Sydney Harbour and Sydney Harbour Bridge (and to take a group photo of course!).
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Nurses Walk
We stop at Nurses Walk and commemorate the nurses who built Australia’s first hospital.
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This land was once owned by a woman who dressed as a boy to sail to Australia and was a founding member of one of Australia’s major banks.
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We finish our tour on George Street, near one of Australia’s oldest continuously operating art schools
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney
The tour begins at Archibald Fountain in Hyde Park. Your guide will be easy to spot in a pink She Shapes History shirt and tote bag.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour concludes on George Street in The Rocks.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- She Shapes History
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guides use headsets
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 52 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
52 verified traveler reviews for Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A new way of seeing Sydney.
What a wonderful tour. I discovered some new places in Sydney that I never knew existed though I’d often been nearby. Our guide was knowledgeable, clear and enthusiastic about the often acknowledged role women played in the development of Sydney. This is the way to learn the human aspect of history.
via Tripadvisor
In seen and forgotten Woman of Sydney history
Cat was great, group was welcoming Cat was knowledgeable and entertaining
Response from the operator: Hi there! Thanks for joining us, and leaving a review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour with Cat, as she walked you around Sydney sharing stories of women who shaped the city! Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you on tour again soon! Warmly, Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Go it’s great
Great guide, amazing information, inclusive and enjoyable. Highly recommend
Response from the operator: Hi there! Thank you for joining us on tour, and your recommendation! It sounds like we nailed it, and you had a great time exploring the hidden history of Sydney, and some stories of women who shaped the city! We do hope to see you on tour again soon! Warmly, Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Great walking tour for women’s history
This is a great way to spend a morning walking around historic places in Sydney! The anecdotes were a combination of inspiring, funny, and sobering, with a balanced combination of immigrant and indigenous stories. Our tour guide, Jess, was both entertaining and knowledgeable. The pace was very easy with a stop for refreshments halfway through. Don’t let being solo stop you—I had a great time talking to many people in the group, which was a mix of tourists and Sydneysiders. Would definitely repeat the experience in the other cities they offer!
Response from the operator: Hi there, Thank you for joining us on tour in Sydney! It sounds like you have a fabulous time with Jess, making new friends and learning about some of the wonderful women who have shaped the city! We'd love to have you on tour again soon! Keep an eye out for new and improved tours in Sydney and our other cities, like Melbourne, Wollongong and Canberra! Warmly, Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
AN OUTSTANDING TOUR AND GUIDE
What a fabulous and fascinating tour, and with an outstanding tour guide in Jess. Jess was so knowledgeable, enthusiastic, engaging, inspirational, and passionate about the amazing and inspirational Women Who Shaped our city, and the tour was immensely enjoyable and thoroughly informative. I learnt so much about our amazing city of Sydney that I am now committed to making sure I know much more. Thank you Jess, for such a wonderful, educational, and thoroughly entertaining tour today.
Response from the operator: Hi there! Thank you for joining us on tour! It sounds like you had a phenomenal time with Jess, walking around Sydney not only learning about, but also being inspired to learn more about the women who shaped the city! We hope to see you on tour again soon, perhaps a in Melbourne, Canberra or Wollongong? Warmly, Alison
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $43 to $60
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by She Shapes History, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.4.
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Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $43 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 57 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney, Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Included: Hand-drawn souvenir postcard by a local artist; A follow-up list of resources and further reading on the stories shared; A group photo with your guide; and Passionate & Professional Local Guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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The tour begins at Archibald Fountain in Hyde Park. Your guide will be easy to spot in a pink She Shapes History shirt and tote bag. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Sydney’s Badass Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Across 57 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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