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Discover the University of Sydney on a student-led walking tour. Explore the Main Quadrangle, Fisher Library, and the Chau Chak Wing Museum while learning about the university’s history.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the history and innovation of the University of Sydney
• Marvel at the Gothic Revival architecture of the Main Quadrangle
• Explore the Fisher Library, one of the largest in the southern hemisphere
• Visit the Chau Chak Wing Museum, a hub for art, history, and science
• Hear personal stories from a current student about campus life

Description

Meeting Point: University of Sydney Main Quadrangle Entrance (near University Ave & Science Rd) Tour Hours: Morning Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Inclusions: ✓ 2-hour student-led walking tour (covering the Quadrangle, Great Hall, Chau Chak Wing Museum, and more) ✓ Interactive Q&A with current University of Sydney students Post-Tour Freedom: Feel free to explore nearby Victoria Park, enjoy lunch on bustling King Street, or visit museums and libraries around campus after the guided tour. Tour Overview: Step into the University of Sydney, a world-class institution where sandstone grandeur meets 21st-century innovation. This student-led walking tour offers an engaging introduction to Australia’s first university—established in 1850—and its ongoing role as a global leader in research, teaching, and cultural dialogue. Begin your journey at the Main Quadrangle, often compared to Oxford or Cambridge, with its majestic Great Hall, historic cloisters, and iconic clock tower. Marvel at the Gothic Revival architecture while learning about the university’s foundation principles: secular, inclusive, and open to merit—remarkable ideals for the 19th century. Stroll through Fisher Library, one of the largest academic libraries in the southern hemisphere, and admire the Chau Chak Wing Museum, a hub for art, history, and science. Visit the Law School, Business School, and Sciences precinct, reflecting the university’s interdisciplinary strength and global research impact. Pass through The Graffiti Tunnel, a living archive of student voice and activism, and hear about beloved traditions like Welcome Week, graduation on the Quadrangle lawn, and student revues. You’ll also gain insight into student life in one of the world’s most livable cities—from faculty societies and campus cafés to global exchange programs. Your guide—a current student—will share personal stories about academic challenges, campus culture, and the unique experience of studying in a university that balances deep heritage with forward-looking innovation. Learn about famous alumni such as Dame Marie Bashir, Gough Whitlam, and Germaine Greer, and discover how the university fosters leadership and critical thinking across generations. Whether you’re a prospective student, curious visitor, or lifelong learner, this tour offers a meaningful encounter with the University of Sydney’s intellectual spirit and its role at the crossroads of Asia and the West.

Includes

2hr bilingual tour (English/Chinese) 0.5hr at the campus canteen with interaction with current students Intimate group size (max 10 guests)

Important Information

• The tour is conducted on foot, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour provides insights into the University of Sydney's history and current role. The tour is suitable for prospective students, curious visitors, and lifelong learners.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund