The Rocks, along with Dawes and Millers Points, form Sydney’s oldest residential precinct–the rocky promontory where convict tents were erected in 1788.
Despite generations of change, traces of early convict settlements can still be found pubs and churches, archaeological digs and houses all evoke memories of past lives and ways.
The city’s oldest building, Cadman’s Cottage (circa1816), is located here, along with the Argyle Cut, excavated by convicts in the 1840s.
Nearby Circular Quay, the city’s ferry hub, is a hive of activity both day and night.
Leisure
Parks and Open Spaces
To book a City park or open space:
Tel: 02 9265 9550 or 02 9246 7805
E: council@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
Customs Square
A major civic space, the forecourt to Customs House at Circular Quay.
Lang Park
Located in a quiet precinct, adjacent to historic St Phillip’s and St Patrick’s churches and the former Scot’s Church, this pleasant wedge-shaped park is a haven for office workers seeking sun and green grass.
Other parks
First Fleet Park
Between the Museum of Contemporary Art and Circular Quay and ideal for basking in the sun, or just watching ferries and people go by.
Observatory Hill Park
Stunning views of Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, Walsh Bay, Parramatta River and Balmain from the highest point in the City.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Tropical plants, duck ponds, palm groves and stunning harbour views are just a sample of what you will find at these magnificent gardens.
Walking
Circular Quay Writers' Walk
From the Museum of Contemporary Art to the Opera House – perfect for literary buffs.
Darling Harbour to Circular Quay
Discover Sydney’s heritage – from Sydney Aquarium to Circular Quay via Walsh Bay.
Harbour Walk
Sydney’s waterfront from the Sydney Opera House to Mrs Macquarie's Chair, then on to historic Macquarie Street.
Historical Walking Tour
The City’s self-guided historical walking tour – Colony (from Customs House to Millers Point) – will introduce you to the area.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Free guided walk at 10:30am daily (except public holidays), plus a free week day lunch time tour from 1pm. Also an indigenous walk by arrangement and self-guided walks.
Tel: 02 9231 8111
Sydney Sculpture Walk
A major City initiative, this self-guided walk showcases the innovative work of our contemporary artists, brochures are available.
Tel: 02 9265 9333
Sydney Visitors Centre
Purchase a self-guided tour map of the area, or book for The Rocks Pub Tour.
Tel: 02 9255 1788 or
Freecall 1800 067 676
Website: www.sydneyvisitorcentre.com
Cycling
Over 200 bicycle parking rings have been installed on to the City's ‘Smartpole’ street lighting system. Locations include Hickson Road, Alfred Street and George Street and, in addition, U-rail parking is available at:
• Watson Road – just north of Upper Fort Street
Swimming pools
The closest pool is:
Andrew (Boy) Charlton Swimming Pool, The Domain
Tel: 02 9358 6686
Mrs Macquaries Road,
The Domain NSW 2000
Season: 1 September 2007 – 4 May 2008
Non Daylight Saving
Monday to Sunday: 6am to 7pm
Daylight Saving
Monday to Sunday: 6am to 8pm
Gyms
King George V Recreation Centre, The Rocks
Tel: 02 9244 3600
Fax: 02 9244 3613
Cumberland St
The Rocks NSW 2000
Main Centre
Monday to Friday: 6.30am to 9pm
Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Fitness Centre
Monday to Thursday: 6.30am to 8.30pm
Friday: 6.30am to 7pm
Saturday: 10am to 4pm
Sunday: Closed
Tennis
Kent Street Tennis Courts, Sydney
The Observatory Hotel Tel: 02 9256 2222 96-108 Kent Street Millers Point NSW 2000 Library
Customs House Library
Tel: 02 9242 8555 Email: library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
Fax: 02 9242 8561 TTY: 02 9242 8575 (for the hearing impaired)
31 Alfred Street Circular Quay NSW 2001
Monday to Friday: 10am - 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11am - 4pm
Public Holidays: Closed
Entertainment
Museums, Galleries & Attractions
Movies
Dendy Cinema
East Promenade, Circular Quay
Tel: 02 9247 3800
Website: www.dendy.com.au
Theatres & Performance venues
Shopping 
The Rocks is best known for its gift, fashion, duty-free and ‘Australiana’ shopping. You’ll find dozens of enticing stores around George Street, Nurses Walk, the Argyle Centre and Playfair Street, and there is a good selection of Aboriginal and other art galleries.
There are also shops around Circular Quay, and upmarket clothes shopping at Circular Quay East, while The Rocks Market (Saturday and Sunday)andSydneyOperaHouseMarkets(Sunday) are great places to browse or buy good quality gifts and crafts
Dining
There is no shortage of places to eat in The Rocks – such as the many pubs, cafes and restaurants along George Street and around Argyle Street, or on the waterfront in the Overseas Passenger Terminal and historic Campbells Cove warehouses.
There are also plenty of cafes at the Circular Quay ferry terminal and another great harbour side and another great harbourside dining strip, complete with harbour and Sydney Harbour Bridge views, lies across Sydney Cove at Circular Quay East and the Opera House.
Did You know?
Customs House was built on the site where the indigenous people watched the First Fleet arrive in 1788. The landing led to the first significant interaction between Aborigines and Europeans, which had a dramatic effect on the traditional owners of the land. In recognition of this, the Aboriginal flag is now permanently flown at Customs House.
The tranquil Royal Botanic Gardens were the site of Australia’s first official farm.
Originally home to the Gadigal people, this key waterfront area has been always been important to Sydneysiders, both Aboriginals and European settlers alike.
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