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From Prison to Freedom: Sydney Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sydney, Australia
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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Follow clues to uncover the history of Sydney and discover the inspiring stories of the people of The Rocks, the stunning views from Observatory Hill, and the ruins at Foundation Park. Get in the shoes of a former convict trying to make a new life for himself in 19th-century Australia, a land of wonders and new possibilities.

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What's Included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • Full availability: 24/7, every day of the year.
  • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    31 Alfred Street
    Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Dawes Point
    NSW 2000, Australia

    You will get to the final stop by following the directions from the app.

    What To Expect

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    Customs House

    Customs House, is a historic building that has been repurposed into a cultural and heritage space. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    First Fleet Park

    First Fleet Park, located in The Rocks area of Sydney, features a unique concrete map that commemorates the landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Tank Stream Fountain

    The Tank Stream Fountain, is a tribute to the Tank Stream, which was once a crucial water source for the early colony of Sydney. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Suez Canal

    It's a popular destination for tourists due to its rich history and cultural significance. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Cadmans Cottage

    Cadmans Cottage, is one of the oldest surviving buildings in the city and holds historical significance. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Greenway Lane

    A charming laneway that holds historical significance and offers a glimpse into the area's past. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Campbell's Stores

    Campbell's Stores is a historic building complex, has a set of heritage-listed sandstone warehouses that date back to the mid-19th century. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Mrs Jones

    Mrs Jones, is a popular restaurant in the area. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Foundation Park

    Foundation Park holds significant historical importance as it marks the site of the first Government House of New South Wales. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Observatory Hill

    Observatory Hill holds historical significance as the site of the first observatory in Australia, established in the early 19th century. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The Garrison Church

    The Garrison Church is a heritage-listed building and holds significant historical importance. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The Hero of Waterloo Hotel

    The Hero of Waterloo is a historic pub and has a rich history dating back to the early 1840s and is one of Sydney's oldest surviving pubs. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next directions.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Dawes Point

    Dawes Point holds significant historical importance as one of the earliest areas of European settlement in Sydney. It was named after Lieutenant William Dawes, an astronomer and officer of the First Fleet.
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    9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Prison to Freedom: Sydney Self-Guided Puzzle Quest?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-107194P400

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • 24/7 customer support.
    • Full availability: 24/7, every day of the year.
    • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
    • Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.
    • Safety: It’s self-guided, open air and you will avoid crowds.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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