The area has since been cleaned up tremendously. There is a more peaceful coexistence among all factors with an eclectic mix of prostitution, entertainment, bohemian artists, local residents and police. The Cross has long been the home of the bohemian populace in Sydney. It s free spirit life style, constant activity and night life bring all sorts to live and play in this area. Many of the older style homes of the city can be found here.
Walking tours are delightful.
One can start on Darlinghurst Street where all the activity is centered and end up ambling along the side streets that house many architectural treasures. One such venue is Challis Avenue. Here visitors view some lovely Romanesque style homes complete with two and three storey terraces and colonnaded verandahs. There are many styles of the 1800's town houses to be found here. Most of these lovely homes are now split into apartments or boarding houses.