Secrets of the City Circle walking tour

Sat Aug 23 2025 at 12:00 am to 02:30 am UTC+10:00

Railway Colonnade Dr, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia | Sydney

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Secrets of the City Circle walking tour
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� Secrets of the City Circle Walking Tour
Discover the hidden history of Sydney’s underground railway.
Journey through the City Circle stations on a fascinating walking tour uncovering ghost stories, wartime secrets, and visionary engineering
� Duration:
Approximately 3 hours
� Meeting Point:
Central Station – Platform 1 entrance
(Your guide will be wearing a yellow hi-vis vest)
� Weather:
Fully undercover and underground.
You’ll stay dry even in heavy rain.
� What You Need:

A valid OPAL card, debit, or credit card to travel on the City Circle

Comfortable shoes for walking and standing

� What You’ll Experience:

Explore the amazing history hidden in plain sight of Central, Museum, St James, Circular Quay, Wynyard, and Town Hall stations

Hear stories of ghost platforms

Learn about the 1917 Army Riot at Central Station

Discover wartime plans to adapt stations during WWII

Uncover the legacy of John Bradfield, the visionary behind Sydney’s rail system

� Tipping-Based Tour
This tour is offered partly on a tips basis, built on years of research and storytelling.
Suggested tip: Whatever you feel the tour is worth.
Tips can be given in cash, via EFTPOS, or as a post-tour donation via Humanitix.
� Photos & Videos:
Photos of public areas and heritage features are welcome.
Please do not film the guide during the tour.
� Limited Spots Available
Tickets are free, but strictly limited to ensure a great experience.
Reserve now to guarantee your place!
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