Secrets of the CBD, Sydney
Highlights
- An engaging and entertaining exploration of how Sydney became the great city it is today
- Hosts of historic buildings and sculptures from across the ages
- Discover the city's oldest district as well as its most famous
- Recommended pub stops featuring the city's longest-running pub
- Clues and riddles sent to your phones with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
Description
An interactive walking tour around Sydney, solve riddles as you journey through the CBD and into the historic Rocks. This puzzle-filled journey shows you the highlights and hidden gems of two the city's most vibrant areas, exploring Victorian architecture, monumental statues, striking street art, great pubs and cafes and little-known snippets from local history. Which park was once used as an aboriginal ritual contest ground? Which street was the birthplace of a coup d’etat that overthrew colonial rule for almost 2 years? The answers to these questions and many more await you in the Secrets of the CBD.
Along the way expect to see: the Town Hall, the Victoria Building, Hyde Park, St Mary's Cathedral, Martin Place and First Fleet Park. All this plus puzzles, challenges, great bars and cafes and plenty of surprises!
A riddling deep dive into the beating heart of Sydney. Those who want a true taste of this great city need look no further!
Please be aware that this route has overlap with the Death on the Rocks route.
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At these you will solve riddles, explore the story and make decisions that will impact the rest of the game.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
Plan your day
Timings
Start at anytime, although we do recommend daylight!
1.5 - 3 hours across 4.2 km / 2.6 miles
Start Location
St Andrew's Cathedral
End Location
Playfair St
Communication Methods
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Charli and Dharini
Had a really fun time doing the London trail, looking forward to doing it again :)
Double D
Very fun way to explore the city
Irina & Louis
We absolutely loved the experience! After 18 years living in London, I thought we can’t be surprised but it is not the …
PAV-SMITH
Amazing day out! This was my teams 3rd adventure in London and it was are favourite so far. The scenery was amazing. We…
Cambridge newbies
We absolutely loved the tour! We’re new to Cambridge and loved exploring the city and finding new things! We’d love to …
JBR
Great fun
Potten End Old Boys
Excellent way to spend a couple of hours in the City. I used to work there and saw things I never knew were there. Well…
United
Really enjoyable experience. We learnt new things about the city of Brum.There is scaffolding outside the hotel opposit…
Kungaloosh
Our second City Days treasure hunt and another fabulous day! My husband was born and bred in central London and once ag…
Windsor oldies
Great day out exploring parts of London you would never normally do
Seekers of Aravos
I was in a team with my partner and our 9 year son. We had a blast. There was something for us all!
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We really enjoyed the scavenger hunt! It was a great way to get outside and enjoy the city in a different way. We both …
Three Women and No Baby
Second one I have done. Such a brilliant format. The clues are well written and make you really look at what’s around y…
3 Gen
Great way to entertain teenagers, they loved it.
Bopchkin
A great way to learn about a city and have fun doing it. The clues were good and the walk was about right
Team Hammond
My wife and I had a fantastic day of exploring and refreshments. We will definitely be back!
Daryls birthday
Really fun morning. Would definitely recommend
Bickle's Bongles
The clues were excellent - easy to follow without being too easy to solve! Took us on a very pleasant journey around Lo…
Donkeys@2pm
It was excellent. Only error we made was at the Plague for the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. This was because the bronz…
Jannie's jaunts
Great fun and a fabulous way to look around a city, our first time, but not the last
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