Discover Sydney: Tours and walks
Discover Sydney: Tours and walks
Accompanying person’s program
The following tours have been arranged by the Local Organising Committee to enhance the experience of delegates and partners of delegates visiting Sydney for the International Mine Ventilation Congress 2024. Each tour will need to be pre-booked in advance. Register to book.
Tour 1
Walking tour of the Rocks
- Date
- Tuesday, 13 August 2024
- Cost
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Per person: $50
Maximum group size: 15
Duration: 1.5 hours
The perfect opportunity to acquaint yourself with inner city Sydney at the beginning of the conference. Learn about the history and modern-day aspects of The Rocks, Sydney, on this exciting guided tour that takes guests around the area and entertains them with tales, sights, and living history. Lunch is not included in the tour but recommendations can be made for attendees.
Tour 2
The Sydney Opera House Tour & Dine
- Date
- Tuesday, 13 August 2024
- Cost
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Per person: $92
Maximum per group: 35
Duration: 2.5 hours including lunch
Step inside and discover the legendary history and extraordinary secrets of the Sydney Opera House. Experience the life, energy and buzz of Australia’s favourite building. You’ve seen the outside but that’s only half the story. Beneath our magnificent sails lies incredible spaces and stories. Learn about the controversial history, unforgettable performances and exciting future of the Sydney Opera House. Walk through and see the House up close and personal. Each perspective brings a unique and breathtaking experience. After the tour enjoy a show-stopping meal at either the new House Canteen or Opera Bar. Take in some best views of Sydney Harbour while you enjoy lunch from our special Tour and Dine menu. Each meal also includes one drink of either Opera Bar wine, Opera Bar beer, soft drink or juice.
Tour 5
Q Station Historic Tour & Café Lunch
- Date
- Thursday, 15 August 2024
- Cost
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Per person: $110
Maximum per group: 20
Duration: 4 hours including lunch plus travel time
As Australia’s longest continuously operating quarantine station, the site has undergone significant change over time. The Quarantine Station’s heritage buildings reflect a rich history, highlighting historical themes of gender, race and class. Thousands of carved sandstone engravings record the diverse cultural and social backgrounds as well as varying experiences of the quarantined passengers. Regardless of the type of experience they had, the spirit forged by the people at the former Quarantine Station helped to shape Australia. You will have the opportunity to explore more of the beautiful harbourside national park site followed by lunch in the Station’s restaurant.