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Sequined Steps – Lgbtqi+ Sydney Tour
Highlights
- Explore Sydney's vibrant LGBTQI+ history, uncovering tales of scandal and transformation in the heart of the city.
- Wander through Hyde Park and the Botanical Gardens, immersing yourself in the lush greenery and urban beauty.
- Discover the lively atmosphere of Oxford Street, where the spirit of Sydney's gay life thrives amidst bright lights.
- Enjoy a drink at a welcoming gay pub, connecting with locals and celebrating community in a friendly environment.
Sydney is one of the world’s great gay and lesbian cities. Learn about the gay governor of New South Wales whose conduct scandalised the British Empire, the gay bushranger who was hanged at Darlinghurst Gaol, and the “most violent woman in Sydney,” a tough lesbian criminal who carried a knuckleduster in her handbag and stole male gangsters’ girlfriends.
Starting out at Hyde Park Barracks, you’ll explore the eastern part of the city near Hyde Park and the Botanical Gardens before your Sydney tour heads toward the bright lights of the gay strip on Oxford Street. Your local guide will share dark tales of organised crime, corrupt cops, murder, and Oxford Street’s ultimate transformation into the centre of gay life in Sydney in the 1970s.
And, of course, a tour of gay and lesbian Sydney wouldn’t be complete without a look at the city’s famous Mardi Gras — how it started, why it began, and how it’s become one of the largest events on Sydney’s festival calendar.
The tour finishes at a friendly gay pub where you’ll have a drink on them and rub shoulders with locals. This tour is designed for everyone — gay, lesbian, or straight.
Tour details
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Available from 3 May 2025 to 31 December 2027
Features
Service facilities
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.
- 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)
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)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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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