Newcastle’s Dark Stories True Crime Experience

Every Friday

Meet at the corner of Scott St and Watt St, Newcastle; adjacent to Customs House

Take a Walk on the Dark Side

Take a stroll through one of Australia’s oldest settlements and uncover a city with a disturbing criminal past. Perfect for history buffs or lovers of true crime, your guide will engross you with tales of famous crimes that unfolded right where you stand.

The tour takes you to iconic sites in the Newcastle East area including the Convict Lumberyard, the original Newcastle gaol site, the cathedral as well as the best scenic views that Newcastle has to offer.

You’ll walk down hidden laneways and discover iconic nooks as you attempt to put together the facts for yourself. Each waypoint will include a retelling of the mysteries that lie beneath your feet. These are the stories that the city tried to forget.