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The Rocks

Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (City Centre)
61 2 9240 8500
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As featured in 3 days in Sydney
Ranked #17 of 261 attractions in Sydney
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Type: Neighbourhoods, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Traveller Description: The Rocks is a precinct of narrow cobblestoned laneways and former merchants homes, which now house galleries, restaurants, boutiques and souvenir... more »
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Auckland Region, New Zealand
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Lovely place for lunch or dinner,plenty to choose from.On a nice day lovely meandering around markets and listening to live music,buses great service.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Put on your walking shoes, grab a map with historic points of interest and enjoy your day/half day depending on how many stops you do along the journey. Loved the old terrace houses, The hero of Waterloo pub for a quick drink (will go back for a meal). Meander around all these streets and will be lost in your imagination.... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Great pubs and some great eats if you choose the right places. Do some research before you visit here, you can get some fantastic eateries at a reasonable price if you choose the right place.

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Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I loved the rocks area, the buildings were beautiful and it had a great night life . real lively at night and had a great day market going on while I was there

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

A great place to visit especially the markets on the weekend. Get some chocolates and some great handicrafts. Nice views of the bridge too

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Surrey, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We spent 2 days at the Rocks..Sunday we spent at the craft market, best market I have ever been too..So many crafters with there wares..prices exceptional and choice of goods awesome..

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Recommend visiting the Lord Nelson Hotel and microbrewery and strolling through the streets, learning about Sydney's past. There are also a number of walking tours available. Many pubs offer luncheon meals with harbour views from their rooftops.

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Gold Coast, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Yes it's busy on the weekends...but it's still charming and a delight to walk around. Don't rush it. Enjoy the small streets and markets and cafes etc. Can't wait to go back again!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Its a nice view of the old town and conveniently located near circular bay. We visited the place on a Friday walked from circular bay. There is a market on Friday but not much stalls. They closed at 5pm so be sure to visited before 5pm. The place is quite small and nothing much except some nice building. Would be... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Its a good place for those who enjoy markets but there is a small variety of eating places but mostly english style dining such as sandwiches and tea, coffee etc.

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