when: 13 June 2026 - 29 June 2027 | venue: Central Station | cost: Adult: $19.95 | address: Central, Haymarket NSW 2000 | tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/secrets-of-the-city-circle-self-guided-audio-tour
published: 26 Jun 2026, 5 min read
Step beyond the platforms and uncover the hidden stories behind Sydney's famous City Circle railway. This self-guided audio tour takes you on a fascinating journey through Central, Museum, St James, Circular Quay, Wynyard and Town Hall stations, revealing a side of Sydney that most commuters pass by every day without noticing.
Discover the vision of engineer John Bradfield and learn how the City Circle transformed Sydney into a modern metropolis. Along the way, hear tales of ghost platforms, abandoned railway plans, wartime preparations, hidden infrastructure and the dramatic 1916 Army Riot at Central Station.
Using your smartphone and headphones, explore at your own pace as detailed audio commentary guides you between locations. Pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee, or spend extra time investigating the sights that interest you most.
Self-guided audio experience
Approximately 2 hours
Starts at Central Station Platform 1
Finishes back at Central Station Grand Concourse
Mostly undercover and suitable in all weather
Participants require an Opal card, debit card or credit card for City Circle travel
Smartphone and headphones required
Perfect for visitors, locals, railway enthusiasts and anyone curious about Sydney's hidden history. Experience one of the city's most unique walking tours whenever it suits you.
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Step beyond the platforms and uncover the hidden stories behind Sydney's famous City Circle railway. This self-guided audio tour takes you on a fascinating journey through Central, Museum, St James, Circular Quay, Wynyard and Town Hall stations, revealing a side of Sydney that most commuters pass by every day without noticing.
Discover the vision of engineer John Bradfield and learn how the City Circle transformed Sydney into a modern metropolis. Along the way, hear tales of ghost platforms, abandoned railway plans, wartime preparations, hidden infrastructure and the dramatic 1916 Army Riot at Central Station.
Using your smartphone and headphones, explore at your own pace as detailed audio commentary guides you between locations. Pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee, or spend extra time investigating the sights that interest you most.
Self-guided audio experience
Approximately 2 hours
Starts at Central Station Platform 1
Finishes back at Central Station Grand Concourse
Mostly undercover and suitable in all weather
Participants require an Opal card, debit card or credit card for City Circle travel
Smartphone and headphones required
Perfect for visitors, locals, railway enthusiasts and anyone curious about Sydney's hidden history. Experience one of the city's most unique walking tours whenever it suits you.
Go see Secrets of the City Circle - self guided audio tour 2026.
Secrets of the City Circle - self guided audio tour 2026 is on 13 June 2026 - 29 June 2027. See start and end times below. Conveniently located in Haymarket.
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