Newcastle NSW, Australia · Walking tours

Uncover Newcastle's Hidden Past on a 90-Minute True Crime Walking Tour

8.8
Excellent
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Newcastle may dazzle with its stunning coastline and epic beaches, but behind it all lies a shadowy past of crime and corruption. Uncover the dark secrets of the Novocastrians on a 90-minute true crime tour through the city’s historic heart. Stroll past the Convict Lumberyard and Old Jail as your guide recounts chilling tales of murder, fraud, and betrayal – including the infamous Tomahawk Murderer. From adulterers to impersonators, explore the city’s murky underworld and the stories it tried to forget.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one child (0–17), one adult (18+) or one family (two adults and two children)
  • 90-minute Newcastle true crime tour
  • Visit key places linked to notorious crimes and hear stories of murder, fraud and betrayal
  • Expert tour guide
  • Available selected dates: Departs 7.30pm; returns 9pm (approximately)
Overview
Duration: From 2 hours
Printed, Mixed, Digital vouchers accepted
Language: Australian English
FromHK$190/person
Includes taxes & fees
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Location
Newcastle NSW, Australia
Language
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Things to know

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

100% refund to your original payment method or credits
  • Up to 7 days after purchase
  • As long as 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
  • From 24 hours before the booking date
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella or raincoat

Selected dates

Blackout Dates May Apply: Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar

Important:

  • Exclusions: Food, drinks, and hotel transfers
  • Meeting point: Corner of Scott Street and Watt Street, adjacent to Customs House and the Convict Lumberyard. See maps link here
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
  • This is a walking tour. A distance of approximately two kilometres (at a leisurely pace) is covered on a mostly flat terrain, with some stairs, and a hill climb towards the end of the tour. Please note, the tour route may be altered to avoid stairs and accommodate guests’ needs, if required
  • Please allow up to two hours for this experience

Terms & Conditions:

  • Minimum numbers apply for this tour. Should the minimum numbers not be met, your tour may be rescheduled or a full refund offered
  • Dark Stories reserves the right to refuse entry and evict persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol who are disorderly or engage in inappropriate behaviour or vandalism
  • Please always respect the role/authority of the tour guides, respect other guests’ experience and respect the historic sites visited. No rudeness or aggressive behaviour will be tolerated. Dark Stories reserves the right to remove any person/s from the tour who poses a danger to others or are disruptive to the tour
  • Rain and Weather:
    • Tour operates in nearly all weather conditions. The allure of the true crime tour is often heightened by wet and gloomy weather, adding to its mystique
    • Dark Stories will contact you via SMS or email on the day your tour runs if there are weather issues that are likely to impact the tour. Please be patient; inclement weather during the day often (but not always) leads to clear skies in the evenings
    • Dark Stories will be in touch as early as possible (at the latest 90 minutes prior to tour start times) if the tour is impacted in any way
    • Dark Stories reserves the right to make the final decision to proceed or cancel an event for rain-impacted days or nights
  • Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

What to Bring:

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella or raincoat

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Dark Stories

Specialising in the dark and sinister history of Australian cities, Dark Stories offers curated true crime tours for history fans and lovers of true crime alike. Every tour is brought to life by passionate guides with chilling tales that haunt the glittering streets of Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and more.

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Reviews

8.8
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