Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney
Overview
Discover East Sydney (Darlinghurst), a suburb celebrated for nightlife and the LGBT community but with a hidden, darker past. Once called 'Razorhurst' in the 1920s, it was the battleground of prohibition-era gangs. Journey through alleys that once buzzed with criminals, prostitutes, and drug dealers. Highlights include:
Exploring crime scenes, notably the 'Parkland Killer' of the 1920s and the chilling 'Mutilator' murders of the 1960s.
Visiting homes of vice queens, Kate Leigh and Tilly Devine.
Standing in the shadows of the looming Old Sydney (Darlinghurst) Prison gates to hear about hangmen and inmates.
Learning about segregated African American soldiers in WW2 and their cultural impact on Sydney's jazz scene.
Admiring Darlinghurst's Victorian and Edwardian architecture.
Uncovering the forgotten LGBT history from the 19th century.
Compare now and then with photos.
Ending at Kinselas Hotel, a former 1930s funeral parlour, for refreshments and architecture secrets.
What's Included
- Casefiles eBook
Meeting Location
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Bourke Street
Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
Kinselas on Taylor Square, Darlinghurst.
What To Expect
Hyde Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Darlinghurst
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-326724P1
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