Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Sydney, AU
99% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (233 reviews)

Highlights

  • Expert-led small-group walking tour
  • Deep learning about Australian history, culture, and society
  • Range of perspectives on Sydney's development
  • Finishing with a drink and scenic views
  • Tips and recommendations for a special time in Sydney

Meeting Point

We meet in front of Customs House, beside the steps and access ramp (on the right hand side as you face Customs House).

Meeting point

31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000 , Australia

End point

End Point

We finish at "The Squire's Landing", where you'll get a view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Meeting point

Northern end of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay W, The Rocks NSW 2000 , Australia

End point

What to expect

1

Customs House

We start at Customs House where you'll see a scale model of all of Sydney and where we will walk (approx 4km / 2.5 miles). You'll also learn some Aboriginal place names for parts of Sydney and explore the new precinct immediately behind Customs House.

Duration 15 minutes
2

The Mint

We walk past the "Rum Hospital", which now consists of NSW Parliament, the Sydney Hospital and the Mint.

Duration 15 minutes
3

Hyde Park Barracks

We will stop outside Hyde Park Barracks as you hear the story of its construction and infamous architect. We do not enter the Barracks.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

We will briefly enter the Royal Botanic Gardens to see the location of the former Garden Palace and Governor Phillip Fountain.

Duration 10 minutes
5

Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

We will briefly enter the Queen Victoria Building, but mainly just to see it and for any guests to use the bathrooms.

Duration 5 minutes
6

St. Mary's Cathedral

We stop in Hyde Park where you will get a great view of St Mary's Cathedral. We do not enter the cathedral or go up close to it (approximately 50 metres from the building).

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

General Post Office (GPO) Sydney

We will stop in Martin Place and Pitt St to look at the General Post Office and hear the story of its controversial construction and design.

Duration 5 minutes
8

Martin Place

We will stop in Martin Place to hear about the ANZAC Cenotaph and Australia's involvement in World War 1.

Duration 5 minutes
9

The Rocks

We will walk through part of The Rocks towards the end of the tour, visiting the Nurses Walk, Jack Mundey Place and lower George St.

Duration 30 minutes
10

Sydney Opera House

We will see the Opera House from where we finish the tour and at Campbell's Cove. We do not enter the Opera House but you will hear the story of its construction.

11

Sydney Harbour Bridge

We will see the Sydney Harbour Bridge from where the tour finishes. We do not get up on the bridge as part of the tour, but it is a short walk from the end point.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for pregnant participants
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Additional information
    Must be able to comfortably walk 4km over 3 hours
  • Additional information
    Tour not recommended for children under 12 years of age as it involves 3 hours of stories and significant walking (4km)
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for travels uncomfortable walking 4km
Provided by Local Sauce Tours

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable walking shoes.
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    Don't miss the views at The Rocks.
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    Stop by The Squire's Landing for views.
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    Bring water, especially in warm weather.
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    Explore nearby Circular Quay after.

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