Secrets of the City Circle walking tour
Join us for an immersive walking tour through Sydney's iconic City Circle stations, where history, intrigue, and urban legends intertwine. This tour will take you through the stations while uncovering their hidden stories, including ghost platforms, wartime secrets, and visionary transport plans.
Explore Sydney’s rich rail history, starting at Central Station, an architectural marvel from the early 20th century and a key transport hub. Uncover the eerie tales of abandoned “ghost platforms,” once thriving but now shrouded in mystery. Revisit the 1917 Army Riot at Central Station, a pivotal moment during World War I that shook the city. At St James Station, delve into its World War II role as an air raid shelter, offering refuge to civilians. Finally, discover John Bradfield’s visionary work, whose groundbreaking designs laid the foundation for Sydney’s modern rail system.