The Rocks
Looking for walks around The Rocks. Trail Quest is a fun way to explore The Rocks, the historical heart of Sydney. This Trail Quest starts at Circular Quay, you will then move on to explore the alleyways of The Rocks, Dawes Point to look up at Sydney Harbour Bridge, before moving on to the Sydney Observatory. The Quest will end back in the heart of The Rocks.
The year is 1808. Twenty years after the First Fleet dropped anchor, the Admiral Gambier sailed into port, bringing with it a man named Cribb. His crime? Possession of forged banknotes, earning him a 14-year sentence. A butcher by trade, Cribb wasted no time setting up shop in the bustling area of The Rocks. But now, a crucial tool of his craft has mysteriously disappeared, transforming into a coveted artifact. Whispers of its whereabouts, and the clues to uncover it, are hidden all over The Rocks. Embark on this Trail Quest to follow the directions and unravel the mystery!
The Trail Quest is an easy to follow route with clues to DISCOVER along the way. You will EXPLORE parts of Sydney that you have not visited before, having fun and ENJOYING a great day out with family and friends.
Finally, once purchased, you can download and print the Trail Quest straight away. So you can start exploring today.
This is a circular walk, 3km long and will take about 1-2hrs. There are a number of steps and hills during this walk.
EXPLORE DISCOVER ENJOY
How to get the best out of your Trail Quest.
Once you have purchased a Trail Quest! We hope you enjoy getting out and about exploring.
We have pulled together a quick guide to aid you getting the most enjoyment out of your Trail Quest.
Printing
The Trail Quest is all back to front! The idea is to print the Trail Quest at home. It is best if you print the Trail Quest on to A4 PAPER, print double sided, and on the short edge. Then fold your Trail Quest into a tri-fold brochure. Don’t forget to take a pen.
Start Location
All the Trail Quests start at public transport, such as a train station or bus stop. Check the start location in advance, so that you can plan your trip.
Directions & Clues
You don’t need a map or local knowledge of the area. Follow the directions and they will lead you to the clues.
All our clues are on permanent structures, such as buildings, statues, plaques and fountains. Don’t forget to look both up and down to find a clue.
Stuck on a clue
Sometimes you might be stuck on a clue. It could be that a clue is covered up for renovations. We have set up a clue helpline. Look on the Trail Quest map to find out how to get help on a clue.
True Story
Each Trail Quest is based on a true story from the local area. Once you have completed a Trail Quest, follow the instructions on the back page to submit your answer. You can submit your answer either by text or email. You will receive a free text/ email back with the full true story. You will also be entered into a monthly prize draw and a chance to win a free Trail Quest.
Awards Received
Reviews
The Rocks trail quest was epic! I took my two kids aged 8 & 10 and they had the best fun. We saw parts of Sydney we hadn't seen before and some of Sydney's history we didn't know about! The way the quest worked was very well planned , thanks for the great day out