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  • The perfect city introduction

SAW 6 – The Track

Exploring Sydney's meandering George Street spine.

Quick Details

  • A thoroughly researched guided tour of Sydney with a local architect
  • A focus on contemporary architecture, public art and public spaces
  • Named as one of the world’s top ten architecture tours by The Guardian UK
  • Named as one of the world’s top five architecture tours by The Sydney Morning Herald

Duration: 2.5 hours

Early Bird

A$ 44

General

A$ 54

Concession

A$ 44

Tour Details.

A pedestrian artery for twenty thousand years; the ancient walking track from Circular Quay to the fresh water spring known as the Tank Stream is now Sydney’s meandering George Street spine.

Tracing a route from Circular Quay to Sydney Town Hall, we will slalom down George and flirt with its public and private edges, trespassing across territory political, cultural, social as well as architectural. Charles Darwin’s 1836 narrative along the same path will inflect our journey as we examine the city and reflect on Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore’s transformative urban strategies.

We will focus on the defining urban and architectural elements of George including master works by Harry SeidlerAngelo CandalepasJohnson Pilton WalkerFJMTAlexander Calder and Grimshaw Architects.

Meeting Point.

Customs House (forecourt). 31 Alfred St, Sydney – 1 minute walk from Circular Quay Station.

What Else.

  • If you have a Gift Card, click “Apply gift card” in the booking window.
  • Please arrive 10min prior to departure.
  • Tours depart rain or shine so dress for the weather! A sun hut and sunscreen is always a good idea in Sydney.

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