
SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots
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Traveler rating
3.6/5
Based on 167 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots worth booking?
SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots is a 1.5-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $39 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 167 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (167)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Step into the shadows of historic Sydney, where the past clings to every cobblestone and the dead refuse to rest. Journey through a time when convicts enforced their own brutal laws, public executions drew cheering crowd
What you get
About this experience
Step into the shadows of historic Sydney, where the past clings to every cobblestone and the dead refuse to rest. Journey through a time when convicts enforced their own brutal laws, public executions drew cheering crowds, and the infamous Rocks Push gang ruled the streets with fear and fists. Wander through dark alleyways and forgotten slums built atop mass burial pits. Uncover tales of sly grog haunts, opium dens shrouded in smoke, and spirits left behind—lost souls still searching for justice, loved ones, or revenge. Ghosts lurk in the corners, watching from the dark. Will you feel their presence? We also squeeze visits to Sydney's best insta spots.
What's included
Included
- Live commentary
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Lantern Ghost Tours
Tour meeting point - Outside The Observert Hotel , 69 George Street The Rocks
15 minutes here
Observatory Hill
The best views of Sydney with a glimpse of hangman's hill and a theme park ghost
15 minutes here
Susannah Place
Visit the pink, plump ghost still haunting unsuspecting onlookers
15 minutes here
The Rocks
Journey through a time when convicts enforced their own brutal laws, public executions drew cheering crowds, and the infamous Rocks Push gang ruled the streets with fear and fists.
15 minutes here
Cadman's Cottage
Visit Australia's oldest cottage haunted by a murder most foul
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney
Departure Point: Observer Hotel Address: 69 George St, The Rocks
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Departure Point: Observer Hotel Address: 69 George St, 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
- Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lantern Ghost Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes, as this is a walking tour
- Minimum age is 8 years old
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 167 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
167 verified traveler reviews for SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Disappointing, no atmopshere
Very disappointing. I wonder why it is promoted as a lantern tour and a dressed guide, when there is no lantern, no dressed up guide, no atmosphere. Stories about Luna Park and the Bridge rather than the Rocks, which would have lots of interesting spooky stories. Some information was wrong. No attempt to use the atmopshere of the Rocks themselves.
via Tripadvisor
Lovely walk around the...
Lovely walk around the rocks with history and interesting stories. Enthusiastic host that shared some good photos
via Viator
Ok experience
I’ve done ghost tours in 3 different countries and this one was a bit lack luster. It was extremely loud that night and our guid a very nice man was too quiet so we could not hear him without getting uncomfortably close. So we missed a lot of him talking but we enjoyed the tour enough
via Viator
Fun Friday night
Jake out friendly ghost expert toured us around the Rocks with an illuminating history lesson and a bit of comedy thrown in. Everyone in our group was looked after as a fellow ghosty! We had a great time
via Viator
Such a great tour
Such a great tour. Just enough spook to be interesting but nothing too scary. Would love to do this companies other tours xxx
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 58
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots cost?
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Prices start at $39 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: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 167 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: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots?
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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: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots?
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Around 58 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does SYDNEY: Spirits of The Rocks Dark Past + Best Insta Spots 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, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. 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.
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