King Cross, Sydney

Compared to even so-so streets in Chicago, King Cross is a joke of a bad neighborhood. The area does cater to baser desires. There are a lot of sex shops (including some nice ones) and some drugs and prostitution are visible on the street but I seriously doubt most people will face any real danger here. It never hurts to be careful and keep a look out though. The panhandlers are too lazy to be aggressive, preferring to send their girlfriends instead. Even the darker side streets didn't seem to hold much in the way of danger. The truth is, I didn't even think this was a bad neighborhood until I told a few people I went there and watched their eyebrows go up. I just thought it was the red light district.


	King Cross: Kings Cross. Ho Bags and crack heads	Tip Rating:

Updated By cybergenic

on July 13, 2007

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The Coke sign

Try and avoid Kings Cross, it's no more dangerous than any other red light district in the world but it's just plain ugly. Bucks nights, perverts, drug dealers, prostitutes, drunks, trannies, pimps and thieves. The train station is renowned for bag snatchings. Be sure not to photograph bikers without asking for their permission. It is a general rule of thumb to not photograph inside tattoo parlours also. There are much nicer places to go out in Sydney, but if it is dodgie night clubs full of drunk teenagers then this may well be your place.

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By SydneyGal

on January 2, 2003

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The famous fountain in Kings X

Be careful around the Kings Cross area late at night, particularly around the back alleyways. This is the Red Light district and a place where drug addicts and prostitute generally converge. You may find yourself approached by people for money or trying to avoid drunken louts. Not the prettiest side of Sydney. However if you are into adult entertainment, sex shops, etc, you might be interested in visiting here. It can be quite interesting if you can oversee the seedy side. A popular place for stag/bucks nights.


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By Ronald_T

on September 12, 2002

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For a million inhabitants city, Sydney is a real safe town. Don't talk about pickpockets because we all know it's a worldwide problem. Everyone who travels knows that and takes precautions about this. I read on VT that some people find Kings Cross unsafe but I never (and I go in Kings Cross a lot if I am in Sydney) had trouble there. Ok, there is a lot of begging, but that we see in all big cities as well. Just ignore that and they leave you. Maybe they will scream behind your back, just ignore it and go your way. More dangerous are the many injection needles spread out in the parks (specially Fitzroy Gardens) and you have just to be careful and take a good look before you lie down in the grass. But really, Sydney is a relatively safe city compared with other big cities.


	King Cross: Sleazy Strip	Tip Rating:

By phoebelosophy

on September 13, 2003

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The Strip

Although Kings Cross is a must-see for all travellers, it does get dangerous at night - attracting prostitutes, drug dealers and of course night clubbers. With common sense, you can avoid any incidents or mishaps. If you are not into the flashy, neon, sex/drugs/rock'n'roll, Kings Cross may not appeal to you at night. Even during the day it is quite depressing as the homeless people walk around in a daze (or sleep in their side-alleys), and the streets are filled with last nights rubbish. Away from the main strip of Kings Cross are some very trendy night clubs and restaurants - definitely worth checking out!

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By grkboiler

on January 25, 2004

This is a very rough area, especially at night. Muggings and beatings occur here if you are in the wrong place at the wrong time. I would not come here alone. I would also try not to stare at people. If you have a sharp tongue, I would recommend keeping your mouth shut and your comments to yourself.


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By JERRIC

on December 29, 2002

Be very cautious and careful when in Kings Cross at night. Stay out of the poorly lit alleys. There are many pick-pockets and scams.


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By portia1971

on September 8, 2002

Parts of Kings Cross, Glebe and some parks in the city can be dodgy at night so keep your wits about you.


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By laetitiad

on August 25, 2002

I lived for some time in Potts Point, near Kings Cross. During the week, it was reasonnably safe in the evening. But on friday and saturday evening, it was definitely best to avoid : there were drunks and groups of bikers.