If you're looking for more than souvenir shops, overpriced art galleries and buskers give the Rocks a miss. Head up to Macquarie Street if you want a dose of Sydney's history - the Hyde Park Barracks, Parliament House and the old Hospital are a more authentic, more relaxing experience.

We stayed at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney and the Rocks was few minutes walk. It is such an awesome place, I never get bored when I am at the Rocks. Had breakfast every morning at the Rocks and lunch at the weekend Market was yummmm!? Every stone at the Rocks is full of history. it is a must... More

Lovely place for lunch or dinner,plenty to choose from.On a nice day lovely meandering around markets and listening to live music,buses great service.

Put on your walking shoes, grab a map with historic points of interest and enjoy your day/half day depending on how many stops you do along the journey. Loved the old terrace houses, The hero of Waterloo pub for a quick drink (will go back for a meal). Meander around all these streets and will be lost in your imagination.... More

Great pubs and some great eats if you choose the right places. Do some research before you visit here, you can get some fantastic eateries at a reasonable price if you choose the right place.

I loved the rocks area, the buildings were beautiful and it had a great night life . real lively at night and had a great day market going on while I was there

A great place to visit especially the markets on the weekend. Get some chocolates and some great handicrafts. Nice views of the bridge too

We spent 2 days at the Rocks..Sunday we spent at the craft market, best market I have ever been too..So many crafters with there wares..prices exceptional and choice of goods awesome..

Recommend visiting the Lord Nelson Hotel and microbrewery and strolling through the streets, learning about Sydney's past. There are also a number of walking tours available. Many pubs offer luncheon meals with harbour views from their rooftops.