Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour
Discover the story of Sydney on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions.
Perfect for those who have just arrived, as well as locals and those who want to go deeper in learning about Australian history, culture, society & First Nations people.
Starting from Customs House, you’ll hear about Sydney’s colonisation by the British – and how their arrival impacted the original inhabitants.
Your guide will provide you with a range of perspectives on Sydney’s development, introducing Aboriginal people, British governors, convicts & entrepreneurs, and other multicultural migrants.
You’ll finish with a beer at a popular brewery with views of the Bridge, the Opera House and Sydney Harbour. Over a drink, your host will give you further tips and recommendations to make your time in Sydney special – stuff you won’t find in a guidebook!
Walk the streets in a small group so you’re not fighting to see & hear your guide or stay on the footpath.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sydney Customs House 31 Alfred St Circular Quay, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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
Stop At: The Mint, 10 Macquarie St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
We walk past the "Rum Hospital", which now consists of NSW Parliament, the Sydney Hospital and the Mint.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hyde Park Barracks, 12 Macquarie Street Queens Square, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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
Stop At: Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Rd, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
We will briefly enter the Royal Botanic Gardens to see the location of the former Garden Palace and Governor Phillip Fountain.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Queen Victoria Building (QVB), Queen Victoria Building 455 George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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
Stop At: St. Mary's Cathedral, St Mary_s Road, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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
Stop At: General Post Office (GPO) Sydney, Martin Place, George and Pitt Streets, Sydney, New South Wales Australia
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
Stop At: Martin Place, Between Macquarie and George Sts., Sydney, New South Wales Australia
We will stop in Martin Place to hear about the ANZAC Cenotaph and Australia's involvement in World War 1.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Rocks, The Rocks, New South Wales
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
Pass By: Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point Easy walk from Circular Quay Train Station, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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.
Pass By: Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney, New South Wales 2060 Australia
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.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Must be able to comfortably walk 4km over 3 hours"
"Tour not recommended for children under 12 years of age as it involves 3 hours of stories and significant walking (4km)"
"Not recommended for travels uncomfortable walking 4km"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: 31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.