The Rocks

Discover the hidden stories and heritage of The Rocks

The Rocks is an urban locality, tourist precinct and historic area of Sydney's city centre, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on the southern shore of Sydney Harbour, immediately north-west of the Sydney central business district.

Discover Sydney’s past by exploring The Rocks, from cobbled laneways and sandstone warehouses to Australia’s oldest pubs.

Explore Sydney’s colorful convict history in the Rocks, the harbourside quarter where settlement began.

The Rocks is Australia’s colonial history on display in modern-day Sydney. European settlers first arrived at this harbor landing in 1788 and since then The Rocks has been the site of crooked slums, cobbled walkways, hidden courtyards, and convivial pubs. Stories seem to hide in every nook and cranny, but The Rocks’ petite size makes unraveling their yarns an easy (and wholly enjoyable) task for urban sleuths and aimless wanderers.

The Rocks in Sydney Australia facts and visitor information. Surround yourself in Sydney's most historic precinct.

My first recollection of being in The Rocks District in Sydney was when I was on a year 4 excursion learning about the history of White Australia’s first settlement.

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The Rocks holds a unique place in Sydney’s colonial history as the birthplace of European Australia. An essential visitor destination, The Rocks promises to be a memorable Sydney experience.

The Rocks is home to major Sydney Icons including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, bars, restaurant, great markets and of course the Russell Hotel.

The historic neighbourhood in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge has managed to maintain a community feel.

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