THE ROCKS

The Rocks of Sydney, commonly referred to simply as The Rocks, is one of the oldest and most historic neighborhoods in Sydney. It is located on the southern shore of Sydney Harbour and is easily accessible from hotels, hostels, and tourist areas. The Rocks Markets do not open on weekdays. They are only open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm.

To reach The Rocks via public transportation, you can take buses that travel through the Central Business District along Elizabeth Street. This specific bus service runs periodically from 10am to 10pm on Saturdays and Sundays. If you take this bus, get off at Bridge Street and walk north to reach The Rocks. There are also bus stops along Alfred Street.

I chose Rockhounds because I love stores that offer authentic, locally sourced products with a story behind them. The fact that the owners are so passionate that they even have their own black opal meaning operation makes it even more special. Their collection of black, white, and Queensland boulder opals is one of the finest, and I find the uniqueness of each piece fascinating.