
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour
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Is Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour worth booking?
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $40 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 8 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (8)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Do you know Wollongong’s hidden history? Whether it’s your first time in the city of steel or you’re a local, we promise you’ll learn something new, step off the beaten track and leave feeling inspired. We start our to
What you get
- 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
About this experience
Do you know Wollongong’s hidden history? Whether it’s your first time in the city of steel or you’re a local, we promise you’ll learn something new, step off the beaten track and leave feeling inspired. We start our tour at the Flagstaff Point Lighthouse with an incredible view of both the sea and the city’s iconic Steelworks. From there, we follow a scenic route past Wollongong’s Old Courthouse and into the CBD. Over the two hours, we cover about 3km at a relaxed and comfortable pace. There are places to pause and sit down along the way, and plenty of time to reflect on what you’ve learned between stops. From the nuns who made the perilous climb down the rocky cliff face to swim to the hotel heiresses who brought the city’s pub culture to life, there are inspiring and entertaining stories hiding around every corner. We promise you'll leave feeling inspired by Wollongong’s remarkable and unexpected women's history, and you might even make a few new friends along the way!
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
Flagstaff Point Lighthouse
Enjoy the incredible ocean views alongside the stories of some incredible women at Flagstaff Point lookout.
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We stop at the Lady Jane Franklin plaque on Endeavour Drive and ask who was Lady Jane Franklin? What’s her legacy? How did she come to be commemorated in Wollongong? We’ll learn all of this and more at this stop.
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The Old Court House Wollongong
Learn about Wollongong’s mining history and the women who helped to put the town on the map.
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Wollongong’s oldest girls’ school that started with just five nuns, a handful of students, and a borrowed timber hut by the beach.
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Market Square was the heart of Wollongong in the 19th Century.
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Alice Villa was home to an incredible woman in business in the late 1800s - here we’ll learn her story.
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One of the few places in Wollongong named after a woman! Here we share her story and learn how she got a walkway named after her.
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Learn about the first woman elected to Wollongong’s council chamber.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney
Meet your guide on the grass out the front of the Flagstaff Point Lighthouse. Your guide will be wearing a pink She Shapes History shirt and tote bag.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We finish on Crown Street in Wollongong’s CBD, near Cow + the Moon ice cream.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 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
8 verified traveler reviews for Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A true gem in your own backyard
I recently did the She Shapes History Wollongong tour and absolutely loved it. Shane was such a great guide—really easy to listen to and clearly passionate about what he does. It was so interesting learning more about the place I live, especially through the stories of all the incredible women who helped shape it. Shane spoke a lot about their *tenacity*, which really stuck with me—these women pushed through so much and made a lasting impact, often without the recognition they deserved. There were so many stories I’d never heard before, and it really made me stop and appreciate the hard work and resilience of the women who came before us (and those still doing amazing things today). It definitely reignited my love of history and gave me a whole new perspective on the area. Highly recommend if you want something a bit different and genuinely inspiring.
Response from the operator: Hi Tracey, Thank you so much for joining us on tour and leaving such a fabulous review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with the wonderful Shane, as they walked you around Wollongong wowing you with stories of women who have shaped your city. It really is lovely when we hear we've reignited curiosity and a love for history in our guests! We hope to see you on tour again soon! Warmly, Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour!!
I so loved this tour. Our guide Shane was absolutely amazing with such informative and fun stories about the women who shaped history in this region. Will definitely be recommending. Thank you Shane!
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback! We agree, Shane is an incredible guide, and are delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience being inspired by the women who have shaped the city! We hope to see you again on tour soon! Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Great
Very happy to have met those historical characters.
Response from the operator: Hi Raphael! Thank you for the feedback! I love your perspective of the experience; meeting the historical women, thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your tour experience, and hope to see you on tour again soon! Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
So much fun!!
Excellent - so much fun. Uplifting and informative
Response from the operator: Hi Bess! Thank you for joining us on tour! We a glad to hear you left the experience elated and knowing more about Wollongong and the wonderful women who have shaped the city. Keep shaping history! Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Great time
The She Shapes History tour was a great experience I have lived in Wollongong for 11 year and can’t believe there was so much women’s history I didn’t know and I look forward to learning more!
Response from the operator: Wow! Thank you for joining us on tour and leaving such positive feedback! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed learning about your city from this perspective and are inspired to learn more! We hope to see you on tour again soon! Alison & Team She Shapes History
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 13+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $60
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Wollongong’s Wicked 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 Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 13. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour?
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Around 3 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 Wollongong’s Wicked 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, 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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