Friends of Rookwood 19th Century Sydney Tour

Step back into an era of rapid change and innovation. This tour pays tribute to the forebears who lived through the Industrial Age and the arrival of the railways, times that transformed society and shaped modern Sydney. Meet the century's movers and shakers who built fortunes and altered the social fabric, alongside stonemasons, gardeners, explorers, firemen and more. Discover the progress that paved the way for women's status and explore stories of ambition, resilience and reform that defined a remarkable century. 

This walking tour is hosted by Friends of Rookwood. 

Bookings essential.

Important Information:

• Enter from East Street entrance, arrive at St Michael's Chapel off William Drive at 9:30am for a 10:00am start.
• This is a walking tour 
• Bookings essential— this is a paid event with proceeds raised by the Friends of Rookwood going towards restoration projects within the cemetery.
• Please wear enclosed walking shoes, and bring sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water-bottle.
• Please dress for the weather including sun, wind or rain.
• If you need to cancel your ticket, please do that through the website or email friends_of_rookwood@hotmail.com

Disclaimers:

• Photos may be taken on the day. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please kindly inform the staff on site.
• All ticket proceeds from this walking tour go directly to Friends of Rookwood to support their ongoing restoration and preservation projects within Rookwood.