Testimonials and Gallery
On this page you will find selected Testimonials from participants who have been on our tours, as well as our Photo Gallery that you can click onto, and view the photos in the column on the right.
There's nothing like it! ~ Secrets of Sydney
Rachael Carter
Lecturer Interior Design
CATC Design School Sydney
A part of Think: Education Group
Creating the new standard in applied education
I just wanted to thank you for an absolutely delightful, fun and incredibly interesting and informative tour of the Rocks with the Design students this afternoon. They all thoroughly enjoyed it and it has given them a terrific relevance and background of learning to the area in which they will spend a year of their studies which I am sure will stay with them for a very long time
Jessica Granata
International Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator
University of New South Wales
Thank you for all of the assistance you provided with our recent Rocks walking tour. We appreciate how flexible you were with our requests, and the endless enthusiasm and professionalism with which you and Deb conducted the tour. The group of 46 agents that participated are very important to our business, and this was their first impression of Sydney. They have all since remarked on how wonderfully fascinating the tour was. Thank you for impressing them and showing them the secrets of the Rocks.
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Great experience highly recommend it. ~ Barrie Osborn ~ 08.08.2011
It was informative and a lot of fun! Janet was superb and we had a wonderful day! ~ Lyn Cooper ~ 08.08.2011
Well balanced program of activities, and excellent tour guide with a great sense of humour ~ Robert Ferguson ~ 25.07.11
Glen and I had a wonderful afternoon. Could not really fault anything, Janet was engaging, interesting and in particular, was great with the little toddler on our tour when he got restless. She managed to include everyone in the group and ensure we were all part of the 'experience'. The venues and walk were perfect. Would highly recommend the walk to others. ~ Catherine Bowden ~ 21.06.11
Our guide Janet was EXCELLENT, very funny and knowledgable ~ Angie Fouche ~ 01.06.2011
My husband and I had a lovely afternoon. Janet our guide was very knowledgable and entertaining ~ Janet Thorley ~ 11.05.11
Great day, facinating stories about people and places in the Rocks. Would go again ~ Patrick Mariasson ~ 25.04.11
A great afternoon. Janet was a great tour guide she very friendly, and her stories about the people in the Rocks area are facinating Higly recommend this tour ~ Karen Mariasson ~ 25.04.11
Janet was an excellent tour guide / lots of fun / personal involvement / not rushed. Good value for money and a great afternoon. Could not fault the experience at all. ~ Arthur Napper ~ 08.03.11
Colin Gouch
Eye opening. Very interesting, and saw things I have walked past or not been aware of!
Nadine
Great to be a tourist in a city I have lived in for 40 years!
Robert Murphy
Very interesting and engaging!
Sondra Moylan ~ visitor from USA
Fantastic !! Enjoyed every moment ~ Janet was terrific, her energy and knowledge made the tour so much fun ~ Thank you!
Michelle
Great seeing The Rocks, wharves & pubs in a whole new light!
Beth
I enjoyed the day ~ It was great to find out all the wonderful and varied history of Sydney
Heidi
What a great tour. Janet was extremely knowledgeable and provided great insights into Sydney’s life, past & present ~ Thanks
Paul Giles
A lovely day ~ Great to ramble around and find out a bit about those colonial times ~ nice to finish off at The Hero.
Birgitta
It really was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Janet put a smile on my face with her witty charm and I got a great insight into the history of The Rocks!
Anita
Janet – Thanks for such an amazing Tour! I learnt so much about the town I live in, such a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thanks!
Carol Lorraine & Robyn
Great! ~ 10 out of 10 ~ I didn’t realize Sydney could be so interesting
David Sylies
Great ~ Learnt a lot and the tour was good too!
Debbie Solari
Loved the history.
Colin Pont
Kept the group entertained, educated and enthralled all the way ~ well done.
Claire Dodde-Eden
Loved Janet’s enthusiasm, and great knowledge about the area. Fantastic finish with this pub! Thanks very much!!
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More Client Testimonials! Holger - Sydney We are really impressed by your presentation. It gave us a good impression and overview about The Rocks and the history behind it – Well done, we are coming back!!!
Matt - AbbotsfordAs a resident of Sydney I was amazed to see a side of Sydney that I didn’t know existed. Extremely enjoyable, informative and worthwhile
Ginny - SydneyThank you for making last Saturday afternoon such a fun and educational experience. We could all be walking around with a guidebook and discover Sydney but the Secrets of Sydney tours are so much more than the secrets and the history. It’s your enthusiasm and the friendship you have with people like Gail, Nino and Jonathan who make Sydney the friendly city! I am checking my diary to book the Rocks tour. I wish Oprah and her group could go on your tour. My pearls are lovely, the red wine vinegar is yummy and my memories of the day are vivid. Thank you again. PS I hope I have you as my guide again when I go on the Rocks tour.
Head Teacher Tafe Guiding Students Ultimo - Janine McLeodYou are SOOO fabulous girl! I loved your tour and your company and so did the students. They will all go on facebook and rave about you. They are so motivated now after spending the arvo with you! It was very beneficial for them! Thanks so much for a REALLY REALLY fun afternoon. I LOVED IT! Thanks, Janine
Kylie - Hunter ValleyJust a quick email to let you know how much we enjoyed the walking tour, you did a great job. We would never have known that all these little back streets and ally-ways still had the remains of ruins of our history, without history there is no identity. For me it was great and quite personal for me as my first fleet ancestor Matthew James Everinghams name was on the wall in the old pub where we finished up and said our goodbyes. It was amazing to have walked the streets and seen slightly would it would have been in his eyes, and where he met his wife the second fleet the 'Hell' ship the Neptune, her name Elizabeth Rhymes Rimes. You helped to make it real, and that is not an easy thing to do for strangers, well done you!! You made us all welcome, and I was impressed on how much historical knowledge you have attained and the research you have put into your tours, I can appreciate this as history for me is a hobby and one well worth studying. We may live in the Hunter Valley, I have told many my friends who are like minded and are intending in the future to have a tour. I think everybody on the tour enjoyed themselves and felt very immersed in time. Thanks so much - Kylie
Jenny - SydneyWe all had a wonderful day. You were an amazing tour guide – entertaining and with such a range of interesting facts (historical, cultural, novelty!). It really was a great afternoon and will certainly be in contact again when we have more relatives come to visit us in Sydney.
Joanne - Neutral BayI participated in the 8th Jan walk. The tour was both interesting and informative. It opened ones eyes to what is around us, not only to the history but to some of the bygone people as well. Janet (guide) was a pleasure to listen to, and dispensed her knowledge with regard to the multicultural group that she had, even with a bit of humour thrown in. A great day for anyone whether they are from overseas (like me) or local.
Carmel McAuliffe - Civil Marriage CelebrantWhat a wonderful time I had on Janet's tour. She vividly brought to life life in older and harder times in Sydney while showing us exciting and secret parts of Sydney. Janet's choice of venues was inspired as was her most entertaining commentary and guidance. This tour should be on anyone's list of what to do in Sydney.
Dave - IT AuditorJanet - had a great day, learned a lot about Sydney and found places we never knew existed. Thanks to you both for a great experience
Susan, SydneyAfter being away from Sydney for 30yrs it was a thrill to be shown the sites of places that I had just taken for granted & never realised were there & the people that owned the different shops we visited went out of there way to make it an experience. I talked about it to my friends all night. Thank you for such an informative walk
Cecily - Coffs Harbour Thank you for such a beautiful tour Janet! These secrets of Sydney's culture and its history are truly an eye-opener to the marvel of this citys colourful heritage. The tour was extremely entertaining and enriched with information :) thank you again!
Teeny Stewart, Bay of Plenty NZKaren and I experienced a "secrets of Sydney" tour recently. Our one was around the "Rocks" area of Sydney Harbour. It quickly became apparent that there is more than meets the eye as regards past history, of that part of Sydney. Janet expertly related historical facts about past seafarers, convicts and infamous personalities. She led us on a leisurely walk through the area and its fascinating past. We recommend this tour as its excellent value and Janet even "shouts" a cuppa along the way, with a drink at the close of day.
Jeanie (Jeanette)Hi Janet - Your tour was one of the best I have ever been on due to the company, your knowledge and humour. It was such a kaleidoscope of things to do and see and a good pace for oldies like me. I have told many of my friends about it and hope that this encourages them to "take the plunge". Thank you once again for a wonderful day. Even the weather was kind to us.
Sue, Medical Secretary, Carlton NSWI was 'Gobsmacked' by the variety our guide Janet packed into the three hours, never a dull moment!It gave me a hunger to find out more about this wonderful city of my birth, its history and culture. Loved the fun yarns from Sydney's colourful past. A stimulating tour to heighten the senses!
Phoebe, Finance, PaddingtonA great way to spend an afternoon finding the secret treasures of Sydney that I never knew, even though I have lived here my whole life!
Sarah, Architect, PaddingtonGreat to get friends together and discover Sydney's hidden secrets. The tours are not just for tourists, but for Sydneysiders who want to find out more about their beautiful Sydney!
Ann, Tour Guide, Northern BeachesI didn’t know that history was so full of great laughs and fun.
John, LindfieldFinding out about things I didn't know - an 'eye-opener'!
Marilyn, Tour Guide, Northern BeachesFinding nooks and crannies around your own city hearing stories never heard before, makes for a really interesting tour, and this tour does exactly that. Not your ordinary everyday attractions, lots of little bits that are really interesting. Thanks Janet for giving some really interesting information. I will certainly recommend your tours to friends, colleagues and my tour participants.
Verity, Media Advisor, PaddingtonI loved finding out about the intricacies of olive oil making, how pearls are created, Sydney’s beginnings and our historical heroes. It was a wonderful eclectic mix of experiences that I will never forget.
Claire, Intern Counsellor/Bar Tender, CoogeeThis tour helps even the most local 'local' discover secrets of Sydney.
Lyn, Tour Guide, PyrmontFun and laughter is a great way to learn and you certainly do that with Janet!
Mary, Nurse, LindfieldEnjoyed today and would recommend it to others!
Kate, Lawyer, Potts PointA very enjoyable day spent realising how many beautiful things there are in Sydney.
Doug, Engineer, LindfieldThere is so much to see in The Rocks. We enjoyed the historic places, quirky and amazing tales, unusual stops with beverages included.
Susan, Concierge, EppingJanet is fun, her warmth radiates throughout and her knowledge and passion transcends to all. I will recommend to all, I loved it!
Client Manager, MosmanLoved the olive-oil tastings & interesting info along the way. A fantastic afternoon in the city, and a great way to spend a day.
Julieanne, Interior Designer, ManlyJanet’s secret’s tour is a definite…. whether a local Sydney-sider or from afar…. Janet takes you on a journey slowing unravelling secret snippets of information be it old or new which shows off the city like no other tour could do and what about the end…. ahhhh that’s a secret…. Take the tour and find out!
Cherie, Concierge, The ShireI recently went on a fabulous Secrets Tour. I have lived in Sydney all my life and thought I had a good knowledge of it, but to my surprise I have walked the streets without knowing the 'secrets' around me. Janet opened my eyes in such an entertaining way. This tour is not only for visitors but for all Sydneysiders to learn in a fun and enjoyable way the secrets of Sydney. Thanks Janet for a GREAT time!
Cindy, Pyrmont'I really enjoyed the tour. You took us to places that I have never been before, or even noticed. Your commentary and your delivery is very passionate.'
Rachel, KingswoodA great tour that is different from all the others. It highlights the hidden parts of Sydney’s history, and its many quirky characters. Stories and tales that you don’t get in the guide books. Janet is a very informative guide and the tour is really flexible - great for groups or families. She can tailor a tour to fit many different interests. I took my children on the tour and Janet kept them entertained and involved them in what she was showing us.
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