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- Saugat R5 contributionsI absolutely love The Rocks! Walking through the cobblestone streets feels like stepping back in time, with stunning heritage buildings and a rich history that makes the place unique. There’s always something happening—whether it’s the weekend markets, live street performances, or just the buzzing atmosphere around the cafés and pubs. The views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House are unbeatable, and the mix of great food, boutique shops, and historic pubs makes it one of my favourite spots in Sydney. Definitely a must-visit!Written 14 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- markscuraSydney, Australia67 contributionsBeautiful walk amazing views Have a coffee at Sophie’s place on cremorne wharf. Friendly owner and old fashioned service.Written 22 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia26,836 contributionsThis is a long walk and needs plenty of time to do it, we have been doing this in parts, still not complete, however, it is and amazing walk, with stunning scenery the foreshore is very walkable, pedestrian friendly.Written 8 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Simon BCity of Greater Geelong, Australia4,415 contributionsThough a rainy night, we enjoyed a walk on the Wharf before restaurant booking.
Pretty wooden structure leading to a variety of eating places & apartment houses.
Lighting along & above very nice as the rain poured down.Written 31 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - TAMAN1951Liberty Lake, WA8,909 contributionsLovely street to take a leisurely stroll.
The architecture is very well preserved.
Lots of historic and government buildings. Parliament, library, Supreme Court to name a few.
Botanical gardens are also adjacent.
Great way to spend a morning or afternoon just walking along a Sydney Street.
Loved it.Written 22 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BartonbearsCoffs Harbour, Australia2,779 contributionsThis was our first visit and we found it quite moving. It wasn't the monument to Cook that impressed us but the signage describing both Cook's achievement and also the heroic resistance to the invaders by two of the Indigenous inhabitants of the area. The area is still quite beautiful, despite the oil refineries and other development.Written 18 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Aaron LYPyrmont, Australia12 contributionsGreat spot for restaurants, harbor views, boating, ferries, historical buildings, and city views.
Jones Bay Wharf is very beautiful. There are many historical and heritage listed buildings which have been revitalized in the last 20 years.
It offers million-dollar view over Sydney harbour. Pirrama Park and Jones Bay Wharf offer magnificent views over Balmain East, North Sydney and Barangaroo.
Jones Bay Wharf is also home to many popular cafes and restaurants. #CCSLending PyrmontWritten 6 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dan LBunbury, Australia9,017 contributionsBethel Steps dates to 1907, constructed as a resulted of land resumptions and realignments of paths and roadways. It is regarded as being historically significant, a basic pathway that was established c. 1788, close to the landing of the First Fleet. This path became Bethel Street during the period 1860/70, the name paying tribute to the maritime associations and the Bethel Union who built the Mariners' Church. There is some remarkable and fascinating history attached to the immediate area. From a personal perspective, it was much easier to descend the steps than to ascend. Interesting information signage near the base and its worth a read.Written 23 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- stinkwinkSydney, Australia7,223 contributionsUnfortunately, Arthur Payne house isn't existing anymore. It was demolished, together with No 8 of Ferry Lane, as I learned in my researches. No wonder that I didn't find the photo of a long-gone building. Arthur Payne, who became a well-known person only because of his bad and good luck, was the first victim of the year 1900 bubonic plague, which had far-reaching effects for Sydney. His bad luck was to catch it, but his good fortune was to recover from it. Since the authorities tried to stop this epidemic carried by the rats and their fleas, they demolished old houses, where the rats could hide. This was finally an opportunity of the government, to renew the city, where waterfront areas, such as the Rocks and Millers Point, were packed with unregulated, dilapidated hovels, meek buildings that would have to be destroyed a long time ago.
Of course, at these times, buildings are also sacrificed to the mood of the city, which should have to be saved. Fortunately, some buildings have survived this great revival, so for example, we still can visit Susannah Place today. Arthur Payne's house was not that lucky. The great cleansing of 1900 was gone, but in 1914, when the homes in the middle of the Ferry Lane were demolished, A.P. little cottage at No 10 along with neighboring No 8 was also dismantled. Presumably, the hut is no real loss; it had rather historical than architectural significance.Written 5 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Damon SSydney, Australia7 contributionsWell constructed app and overall an interesting experience. Lovely way to learn some Sydney history. Highly recommended.Written 12 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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