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Watsons Bay: The Darker Side of Paradise Walking Tour
- Duration1 hour 30 min
- GroupShared · max 30
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
From horrific shipwrecks to fleeing immigrants to cave houses and wartime panic, Watsons Bay is dripping in history that is often overlooked. This jaw-droppingly beautiful sandstone peninsula on Sydney's South Head has stories of Australia's first lighthouse, private zoos and drunken politicians, just to name a few. With breathtaking cliff faces on one side and stunning beaches on the other, this tour is incredible on all fronts. Along the tour route, amazing views of Manly, the city, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge can be seen.
This inclusive 1.5-hour tour winds down the cliff faces and onto the beaches of Watsons Bay. It's an easy downhill walk with seats and bathrooms along the way.
What to expect
Macquarie Lighthouse
Old South Head Road, Vaucluse, New South Wales, 2030, Australia
The site of Australia's oldest lighthouse boasts incredible ocean views and a stunning Victorian lighthouse
The Gap Lookout
27 Military Rd, Watsons Bay, New South Wales, 2030, Australia
An amazing lookout over Sydney Heads
Watsons Bay Baths
Marine Parade, Watsons Bay, New South Wales, 2030, Australia
Victorian Baths with picturesque views of Sydney Harbour
Camp Cove
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
One of the most beautiful beaches in Sydney, Camp Cove is dripping in history and features incredible views
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Our guide will meet travellers at the base of Macquarie Lighthouse and will be carrying a distinct white folder.
End
What's included
Included
- Admission fee
Not included
- Bottled water
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–5), Child (6–12), Youth (13–18), Adult (19–64), Senior (65–100)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 12 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Australia/Sydney
- Product code
- 414225P4
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 515 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (15).
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