Sydneys former quarantine station on north head is reputed to be one of australias most haunted sites, with stories of ghosts and paranormal occurrences entwined throughout its history. But if you do some research on the location, and are daring enough to venture into the dark veneer of the tunnel, then by all means do, but do so at your own risk. Sydneys abandoned underground rail tunnels off track abc. These stories range from poltergeists in tunnels beneath sydney to ghost ships and spooky goingson in disused gaols and historic penal settlements. Ghost tours have operated here since the early 1990s. Bushfire smoke continues to affect greater sydney and, as a consequence, air quality has been deteriorating. Ghost tours craig bloxsome believes the tunnels near the helensburgh railway station are haunted. Some ghost tours and events will be affected by the covid19 pandemic. Sydney ghost tours 323 beenleigh road sunnybank, brisbane, queensland, australia 4109 rated 4.
If you have a group of 20 or more, you can experience the macabre history of the rocks with your best friends. Goulburn ghost tours offers an awesome range of informative, fun and frequently frightening ghost tours that take in some of the regions most spooky sites. The rocks ghost tours concentrate on the more macabre and exciting things of the night. Jan 05, 2016 the sydney harbour federation trust runs tours of north fort, the tunnels and gun emplacements that were built at north head to repel a feared invasion from the sea during world war ii. Today we reveal 11 of the most haunted places in sydney so. Three centuries of accidents, incidents, tragedies, crime and murder have. We are the leading ghost tour in sydney, nsw, and probably australia. Today i was lucky enough to go through the tunnels at st james station. There is a horror movie set in the st james tunnels called the tunnel. Many of these stories have been pieced together by locals and historians with information handed down through the generations. Sydney quarantine station ghost tours book now experience. Strange as it may seem, there are almost as many disused railway tunnels in the sydney area as there are ones in use.
Today the tank stream lies underground, a stormwater channel managed by sydney water. Book your car rental in sydney to take this drive, or check out our. Sceptic, believer, family, friends or corporate groups we have a tour for you. There is a send email button and a telephone number where available on each tour listing page that you can use to contact the tour operator. Tripadvisor the rocks ghost tours with guide in sydney. Just one new case in nsw as schools return to facetoface teaching. These days you can tour the tunnels of callan park on set dates or just stroll the grounds. The rocks ghost tours sydney 2020 all you need to know. Discover the darker side of sydney with the award winning lantern ghost tours. Private ghost tours you can also book an exclusive private tour. Walking with the light of lanterns, you will explore one of the most haunted sites in australia. Sydneys abandoned underground rail tunnels off track.
South head was a key location in the defence of sydney harbour from the 1870s until world war ii. During this 90 minute tour, our guide will vividly share the history of this demilitarised location, surrounded by beautiful coastal bushland and spectacular views over. Based in sydney, australia, the sight teams beginnings came about through its admiration, curiosity and most importantly, respect for the spirit world. Photos of sydneys unused rail tunnels and ghost platforms. Explore foreboding tunnels, alleys and other creepy. But by the early 1800s its waters were so polluted that the colonists had stopped drinking from them, and in time it became a sewer, still emptying into the harbour. Unfortunately, there are no more ghost tours of the redbank range tunnel as the local historian has recently passed away. Sydney the rocks lantern ghost tours epic deals and. Book any of these ghoulish getaways and we guarantee youll be shivering with delight. Three centuries of accidents, incidents, tragedies, crime and murder have made the capital of new south wales rife with ghosts. Thank you for letting us know our guide was running 5 minutes late for arrival at 7. Famous ghost tours, sydney nsw the rocks ghost tours. Nightly ghost tours the rocks ghost tours concentrate on the more macabre and exciting things of the night. Times are tough for the travel community right now.
Ghost tours gift cards now available, click gift card image for more information. The rocks nightly ghost tour famous nightly ghost tours in. We have exclusive access to many off limits locations where you can be led into the dim halflight of some of the most haunted places in sydney. Transport minister gladys berejiklian said the spare tunnels bypass the central spine of the cbd and head in. As the witching hour approaches, embark on a journey into the supernatural realm with our ghostyard tour.
We do not offer historic walking tours on cruise ships days. Featuring gun emplacements, underground tunnels and military relics dating back to the 1870s, headland park in mosman was crucial to sydney s defence throughout world war ii. The secret tunnels of sydney few have seen studio 10. The toowong cemetery ghost tour the other side will recommence later in 2019 meet at the back gates of one of the most haunted burial grounds in australia toowong cemetery. We couldnt take joe all the way back to roman times, but we could take him through the history of sydney s hidden tunnels. Hear real ghost stories and visit real haunted sites as you walk down macquarie street, sydney. The australian paranormal phenomenon investigators, or appi for short, are a fun, energetic paranormal investigation group, who give the public the chance to join us on ghost tours, and to have a look inside. The rocks nightly ghost tour famous nightly ghost tours. Transport minister gladys berejiklian said the spare tunnels bypass the central spine of the cbd and head in the wrong direction to provide any. Hunter valley ghost tours the hunters spookiest ghost tours. Ghost tours in sydney, manly, blue mountains and nsw. Discover the ghosts of sydney the oldest haunted city in the great southern land. As the sun goes down over the q station on north head manly, our shadowy buildings have their own stories to tell. The rocks ghost tours with guide in sydney going with my friends was an absolute blast, visiting the part of the city that i 100% think any sydneysider has never visited before, relics of the past camouflaged are scattered ally throughout the city.
Early sydney town was built upon the backs of convicts. This trauma left its scar on the city, which had grown over the years becoming modern and cultured. One of the least accessible tunnels is the first tunnel to connect the two sides of sydney harbour between long nose point and manns point. Lantern ghost tours sydney, australia official travel. Nov 15, 2014 one of the least accessible tunnels is the first tunnel to connect the two sides of sydney harbour between long nose point and manns point. Sep 12, 2012 photos of sydneys unused rail tunnels and ghost platforms. Chilling ghost tours at quarantine station q station. Sydney investigation ghost tours sydney investigation ghost. T has been established by a team of extremely passionate paranormal investigators. You will automatically be redirected in 15 seconds. Australias premier ghost tours experience in the rocks. The friends of callan park facebook page is your best bet for information. Phone 0 072 757 for more information or book online. Ive read a few articles online about ghost tours in sydney, but i didnt have.
Sydney ghost tunnels on track to nowhere daily telegraph. Come, if you dare, on a nighttime stroll through the haunted corners of sydney that contain mysteries with a supernatural twist. Ghost walk belfast has been in operation since 2009, when a small group of people gathered to reignite the old victorian tradition of storytelling in the citys dark alleyways. Tours will proceed regardless of weather conditions except in the event of extreme weather. Run by experienced tour guides, and owned by a prolific tour company, ghost walk is a unique institution, based around the titanic docks and pumphouse. Sydney ghost tours haunted sydney ghost tour visits a cursed aboriginal site, the grounds of a haunted mansion, then goes into a haunted victorian era cemetery one of the oldest in australia. Head on to q station and try their extreme ghost tour. If you have any enquiries regarding new or existing bookings, please contact the tour operator directly. The sydney harbour federation trust runs tours of north fort, the tunnels and gun emplacements that were built at north head to repel a feared. Ghost tour bookings is not a provider of tours, experiences or products and has no responsibility for any tours, experiences or products provided or not provided by the tour operator, supplier or any other party.
Tours run on wednesdays thursday, friday, saturday and sunday nights at 8 pm, returning at approximately 10. Eerie underground world right beneath the cbd locked away under the hustle and bustle of sydney lies an extensive network of nonoperational train platforms, tunnels, tracks. A time when prisoners were the law, public executions were commonplace and the rocks push ruled the street. Tours run on wednesdays thursday, friday, saturday and sunday nights. Located in picton, an old town a 80km southwest of sydney, the redbank range tunnel consistently ranks as one of australias most haunted locations. The rocks ghost tours with guide in sydney going with my friends was an absolute blast, visiting the part of the city that i 100% think any sydney sider has never visited before, relics of the past camouflaged are scattered ally throughout the city.
However, as dark falls, stories of ghosts and hauntings are told. Sydney ghost tours tour agency brisbane, queensland. These forgotten tunnels and station platforms, built decades ago to cater for a much larger suburban network, never heard the rumble of a train s approach. Sydney ghost tours currently viewing the blog, sydney life. Sydney is a beautiful historic city, but if you really want to get to know the stories behind the stones, youll have to take one of the terrifying ghost tours on offer. For most people, smoke causes mild symptoms like sore eyes, nose and throat. Explore foreboding tunnels, alleys and other creepy spots enjoy entertaining narration from a knowledgeable guide. Photos of sydney s unused rail tunnels and ghost platforms. Our tours are available to book online or in person at the visitor centre. Ghost tours in sydney, manly, blue mountains and nsw, australia. During this tour youll explore the rarely opened tunnels carved out of the sandstone beneath south head. Ive read a few articles online about ghost tours in sydney, but i didnt have the chance to try it the first time i went there last year. Join us on an intimate 90 minute historic ghost tour with an eerie tour guide. The tour operators and suppliers provide services and products directly to customers.
Sydney trains executive director tony eid takes us on an a rare tour of the tunnels via an unassuming door that creaks open with the turn of a key in the stations main terminal. Studley park house camden studley park has an incredible history of hauntings and has developed a reputation for being the most haunted house in australia. Ive read a few articles online about ghost tours in sydney, but i didnt have the chance to. Take a road trip to picton, one of the most haunted places in nsw with. Central business district access tunnels whilst they have never be documented or their existence proved, it is known that there are numerous tunnels large enough to be driven through beneath the main shopping precincts of sydney s central business district. Legend has it if you stay for long enough on the haunted platforms you can hear the cries of the dead in the wind, making it one of sydneys most scary places. Sydney investigation ghost tours sydney investigation.
With the assistance of your professional guide, enjoy this unique sydney tour. As the burgeoning city grew up around the stream, it was covered over with sandstone blocks. Please walk to the lower courtyard of the cottage towards the water. It was for electricity cabling, but was flooded in 1930. As you search for ghosts, our guide will regale you with macabre true tales and unconfirmed sightings of the paranormal. Life in the colony was harsh, unforgiving and full of suffering. Learn the history of sydneys former slums, mass burial grounds, slygrog shops and opium dens. Featuring gun emplacements, underground tunnels and military relics dating back to the 1870s, headland park in mosman was crucial to sydneys defence throughout world war ii. Goulburn ghost tours situated just a couple of hours south of sydney, goulburn and its surrounds were also sites of early settlement during the convict era.
This has occurred because of the growth sydney has experienced since the first railway tunnel was cut in 1855 under george street, haymarket with new tunnels being built on new lines and existing lines as the system was upgraded. They are the remnants of past grand rail schemes that still exist under the citys streets and parks. These tunnels led to the magazines where gun powder was stored. Welcome to hunter valley ghost tours t ake a step back in time and discover the supernatural and macabre side of the hunter region. Toowong cemetery ghost tours ghost tours australia. Usually associated with fine wines, tourism and mining, there is much more that lurks beneath the day to day. The old sydney society is available to give personally tailored tours to groups of ten or more wishing to discover the rich stories of historic sydney. Sydney ghost tours australia haunted sydney ghost tour. Apr 16, 2018 head on to q station and try their extreme ghost tour.