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Kings Cross at its Worst!

Scratch the (dirty) underbelly of Sydney's notorious red light district on this sun-drenched Sydney tour. Hear about the notorious figures and big-time pimps who made The Cross what it is today: a gritty, urban hub of vices that come in many guises.

Explore Sydney's infamous Kings Cross district. Visit the site of Sydney's greatest unsolved mystery. Immerse yourself in Sydney's fascinating crime history. Grab a drink (own cost) at a local tavern and discuss the frivolous past of The Cross.

Be enthralled by tales of Sydney's bohemian and deviant lifestyles. Spend two hours immersed in the tumultuous history of Kings Cross, as they guide you through tales of fame and fortune, murder and drugs, and mysteries and romances on this Sydney tour with a twist!

Traditionally home to Sydney's artistic and bohemian lifestyles, The Cross began its life as the centre of sophisticated society before transforming through its host of passionate and deviant lifestyles. Now, Kings Cross is a lively, vibrant, and sometimes controversial Sydney hotspot not to be missed. During this Sydney night tour, you'll grab a drink at a Kings Cross Bar and settle in for some more enthralling tales.

Kings Cross at its Worst!

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