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Slygrog, Saints & Smack – Sydney’s Seedy Underbelly
Highlights
- Explore the gritty streets of Kings Cross, uncovering the vibrant history of Sydney's notorious red light district.
- Immerse yourself in captivating tales of crime and romance, revealing the secrets of Sydney's bohemian past.
- Savour a drink at a local tavern, discussing the tumultuous stories that shaped The Cross's colourful reputation.
- Wander through the site of Sydney's greatest unsolved mystery, experiencing the intrigue of its dark history.
Kings Cross at its Worst!
Scratch the (dirty) underbelly of Sydney’s notorious red light district on this sun-drenched Sydney tour. Hear about the notorious figures and big-time pimps who made The Cross what it is today: a gritty, urban hub of vices that come in many guises.
Explore Sydney’s infamous Kings Cross district. Visit the site of Sydney’s greatest unsolved mystery. Immerse yourself in Sydney’s fascinating crime history. Grab a drink (own cost) at a local tavern and discuss the frivolous past of The Cross.
Be enthralled by tales of Sydney’s bohemian and deviant lifestyles. Spend two hours immersed in the tumultuous history of Kings Cross, as they guide you through tales of fame and fortune, murder and drugs, and mysteries and romances on this Sydney tour with a twist!
Traditionally home to Sydney’s artistic and bohemian lifestyles, The Cross began its life as the centre of sophisticated society before transforming through its host of passionate and deviant lifestyles. Now, Kings Cross is a lively, vibrant, and sometimes controversial Sydney hotspot not to be missed. During this Sydney night tour, you’ll grab a drink at a Kings Cross Bar and settle in for some more enthralling tales.
Itinerary highlights
Kellett Street
The Sugar Mill Hotel
Tour details
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Available from 3 May 2025 to 31 December 2027
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Operation information
24 Hours In Sydney
At 24 Hours In Sydney they are passionate about bringing you amazing Sydney experiences that really show you the heart and soul of this spectacular city. Their aim isn’t just to take you places and point out the awesome sights … they want you to leave with an understanding of what makes this city tick and why they love it so much!
They have tours running every day, which will unlock the secrets and hidden gems of Australia’s harbour city. Most importantly, these tours are brought to life by a team of amazing people who will guide you through their favourite places. Get to know Sydney with 700 years of history packed into 234 years of discovery.
They are proud to be a part of the greatest city in the world because they know Sydney as a local and they are part of a team that offers unique experiences in Sydney. They specialise in showing people the real sides of the city and that is something that we are passionate about.
Their philosophy is “Don’t just visit Sydney … Live it!”
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- New South Wales Business Chamber
- Visitor Information Centre
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