Ghosts of Sydney: The Haunting Stories
What to expect
👻 Step into Sydney’s dark past on this eerie ghost-hunting adventure! Follow clues, solve puzzles, and uncover chilling stories as you explore the city’s most haunted sites.
Highlights
💀 The Infamous ‘Dead House’ – Uncover the history behind Sydney’s most notorious morgue.
🏚️ Opium Dens & Hidden Haunts – Visit a 150-year-old former opium den and boarding house.
🔪 Sydney’s Darkest Crimes – Stand at the sites of gruesome and unsolved murders.
📍 Ghost Sightings Today – Discover eerie locations where spirits are still said to roam.
Description
In this self-guided city game, you’ll trace the footsteps of Sydney’s lost souls, solving puzzles and unlocking hidden stories along the way.
From Hyde Park to the Harbour Bridge, you’ll explore infamous crime scenes, haunted alleyways, and eerie historic buildings.
📜 Storyline
It’s your first day working at the Hyde Park Barracks.
As the sun sets, the museum falls silent—but something doesn’t feel right.
You hear a soft tap on your shoulder.
Turning around, you see a ghostly woman in a long white dress.
Her face is lined with age, her eyes filled with sorrow.
“You have to help me find my son,” she pleads.
Your heart races.
Who is she?
What happened to her son?
As she drifts across the courtyard, curiosity pulls you forward.
The deeper you go, the more secrets you uncover—until you realize, some spirits never rest.
Are you ready to face Sydney’s ghosts?
Important information
⚬ Play and pause anytime.
⚬ This adventure is entirely self-guided via the app.
⚬ No on-site staff or actors; enjoy the game with just your smartphone.
⚠️ Children under 9 may find the puzzles challenging but are welcome to join.
⚠️ Note: The game starts and ends at different city locations.
Starting Point: Hyde Park Barracks (Queen’s Square, Macquarie Street)
Ending Point: Bridge Stairs
🇬🇧 Available in English
Address
Queens Square, Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000
Starting Point
Hyde Park Barracks (Queen’s Square, Macquarie Street)
Cancellation policy
City Games & Self-Guided Tours:
Cancel anytime before you redeem your voucher—super easy!
Attractions:
Need to cancel? Just do it at least 48 hours before the selected date!
Money-Back Guarantee:
Didn't love it? Get a refund on City Games or Self-Guided Tours.
Note: Not available for Attractions.
Reviews
Gagan SinghJul 14, 2024 • Verified customer
Loved the quest. Started during sunset with my partner. By the end it really became spooky. Found some amazing hidden pubs. Worth the spend.
FeroniOct 26, 2024 • Verified customer
it was very interesting. I learnt a lot about my city that I was completely unaware of. It's a nice thing to do on a sunny afternoon.
Harrison WhiddonJan 12, 2025 • Verified customer
we had a lot of fun with all the activities
