Top Sydney Walking Tours

Follow clues to uncover the history of Sydney and discover the inspiring stories of the people of The Rocks, the stunning views from Observatory Hill, and the ruins at Foundation Park. Get in the shoes of a former convict trying to make a new life for himself in 19th-century Australia, a land of wonders and new possibilities. Are you ready to discover Sydney’s secret? After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience.

In this private small group Walking Tour 'Discover The Colony' we will travel back in time to discover all the secrets of the birthplace of modern Australia by visiting The Rocks Historic District and the Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens. We will also cover the main projects that make Sydney a unique modern city. The tour guide will run the tour exclusively for you or your group (up to 10 guests). This is a very intimate experience to make you really enjoy the rich history of the oldest neighbourhood in Australia. In the first half of the tour, we will walk the cobblestone alleys of The Rocks where we will tell the stories of the first convicts, prostitutes and gangsters. We will understand what were the true interests of the British Crown to create a penal colony in Australia, and we will relive the terrible living conditions of this first settlement. We will continue our adventure walking to the Sydney Royal Botanic Garden to discover the historical importance that this place has had in the development of the penal colony and for the Aboriginal communities. We will visit the Sydney Opera House forecourt to learn all the details of its construction.

This isn’t just a pub crawl — it’s Sydney’s history served with a drink in hand. Join us on a walking tour through The Rocks, stopping at four of the city’s most iconic heritage pubs. Along the way, you’ll hear true tales of convicts, larrikins, corrupt officials, and colourful locals who shaped the city — often over a pint. Enjoy a middy of beer, glass of house wine, or soft drink at each stop as you soak up stories of rum deals, razor gangs, and revolution. Led by a passionate storyteller, this is the past as you’ve never heard it: gritty, funny, and poured fresh.

Your first day guiding at Hyde Park Barracks ends with a cold touch on your shoulder. A ghostly woman appears: help me find my son. In this self-guided mystery walk, you follow Alice through Sydney's most haunted streets to uncover who murdered Thomas. Decode clues at the convict barracks where 1,700 men once slept in lice-infested hammocks. Walk the Forgotten Songs laneway, then descend into The Rocks to investigate Australia's most haunted hotel, an 1840s opium den, and a pub with a secret smuggling tunnel. The route passes the Dead House where the Shark Arm Murder was investigated, the Merchant's House where a strangled wife still walks, and ruins where a ghost matches her 1831 murder description exactly. Real hauntings fuel every stop. With 11 stops across 100 minutes from Hyde Park to the Harbour Bridge, this is Sydney's most complete ghost walk, best after dark. Download the Questo app, start whenever you dare, and help Alice find her lost son.

For those who enjoy a morning run and don’t want to miss out while traveling, this fast-paced running tour takes in central Sydney’s most iconic sites, as well as lesser-known spots. The tour covers around 5.6 miles (9 kilometers) in the cooler hours of the morning. Refreshing drinks are included, and you’ll be able to stop, catch your breath, and take photos as your local guide narrates the history of Sydney.

Check out Sydney's multicultural Inner West, on Dave’s Sydney Food Tour, The Marrickville Munch! Our bite seeing walking tour will take you through some of our neighbourhood’s most famous eats, plus a few surprises we wanna 'keep under the cloche'! We’ll kick things off with a classic Vietnamese style roll before wandering through the streets of Marrickville guided by your local "Dave". Next up, we’ll grab a sweet Aussie classic with a twist and a coffee, before making our way to a family run seafood spot for a fresh taste from the ocean. Then it’s into Marrickville’s famous independent beer scene. Enjoy a fresh beer taster while hearing how old spaces have found new life as breweries, bars, & creative venues. The sweet sweet finish is some house made gelato & crazy chocolate creations at our favourite 'serial chillers’ headquarters. At the tour's end, we can roll you back to the train station or you can continue on and share some beers & spirits in Australia’s Craft Beer Capital!

Explore Sydney's most famous headland walk with your Bondi local guide. Discover why Bondi Beach is such an important part of Sydney's beach and coast life-style, enjoy exclusive insider access to the home of surf lifesaving and the famous Bondi lifesaver; the Bondi Surf Lifesaving Club. Fun, interactive and informative our relaxed guided walking tour allows you to spend time with a true blue Bondi lifesaver and learn all about the colourful history of Bondi and how surf life saving began.

Sydney’s Inner West has a busy independent brewing scene, but it’s hard to know which breweries to visit. Walk with a guide and a small group to three local breweries, going behind the scenes to learn about each one’s brewing process and approach. Sample beers at every stop, and take home a souvenir to remember the day.

Balmain’s pub scene is packed with history—but without local insight, it’s easy to miss the stories behind the bar. On this guided walking tour, visit several of the neighborhood’s best-known pubs and enjoy a complimentary craft beer or wine at each stop. As you stroll between venues, your guide shares tales of colorful characters and working-class roots that earned Balmain its reputation as one of Sydney’s original “puburbs.”

Explore the Blue Mountains with ease on a private tour. Enjoy hotel pickup and travel in comfort in a private vehicle. Stop to admire natural wonders like the Three Sisters rock formation. Visit Scenic World (own expense) for thrilling experiences like the Scenic Skyway. Refuel with lunch (own expense) at the Carrington Hotel and then get a taste for country life with a stop in Leura.

Our tours are always private, so you and your group (up to four people in total) will be able to go anywhere in Sydney that tickles your fancy. One route we suggest would be to start in Milsons Point and shoot at the iconic Luna Park amusement park, shooting under the Harbour Bridge before catching a ferry to Circular Quai. Having a bite to eat before heading off to Kings Cross or Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair to explore the city after dark when the lights start to twinkle. Over our three hours together we will go over: - Understanding your camera: technical aspects such as Aperture, ISO and shutter speed - How to frame the perfect image. What to include, and what not to include. - Night photography techniques, what settings and locations work best. - Making sure you are standing in the right place at the right time to get the perfect picture - Reviewing your photography.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Cabot Trail in ultimate comfort with a local expert from Sydney, Nova Scotia. Whether you are visiting for the day by cruise ship or staying locally in the Cape Breton area, our private 6-hour tour offers complete flexibility to explore the world-famous Cabot Trail at your own pace. Discover stunning scenic ocean lookouts, hidden coastal gems, and vibrant fishing villages with a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. We provide clean, comfortable, air-conditioned transportation with convenient door-to-door service, including timely pickup and drop-off at the Sydney cruise terminal or your local accommodation. Enjoy a stress-free adventure with expert local insights and a schedule designed entirely around you.

Our tour is unique because it is led by Walangari Karntawarra, an Aboriginal Australian elder, artist, educator and performer who is also a Bondi local. He explains the geological and social history of one of the world’s most iconic locations.He begins each walk with a didgeridoo ceremony. Walangari shows ancient Aboriginal rock carvings and explains their meanings. He also identifies Aboriginal bush foods and medicines still growing along the route. Walkers have the opportunity to ask questions about the world's oldest living culture and there is an audio transmitter for a translator or group leader, if required. Can take up to 38 walkers for an additional fee. When booking they have the option of finishing the walk with an exciting, interactive cultural performance by Diramu Aboriginal Dance and Didgeridoo, for an additional fee.

Simplify your visit to Sydney by joining a week-long guided tour. Let someone else plan your itinerary so you can just sit back and enjoy yourself. You’ll be picked up from the airport, to get your stay off to a good start. In the following days you’ll experience many of Sydney’s highlights, from a harbor cruise to a surf lesson to a coastal walk, and much more.

This is your tour. You tell me what you want to do and see and I will tailor the tour to suit your needs and wants. It may be that you like hiking and want to see the best parts of the Royal National Park or maybe your interested in birdwatching, photography or just take it easy and see the sites without too much walking ,with a visit to a local cafe or pub for lunch .We can stop at one of the beaches for a swim if the weather is hot or visit Symbio wildlife park(entry tickets not included) if you want to see some Kangaroos, Koalas and other native animals . I will make it a tour that you will love and remember for many years to come. I will be picking you up from your motel in my Mercedes ML350. A large comfortable 4WD with leather seats , air con and plenty of room .So you will be cruising around in style and comfort not on some crowded mini bus like some other tours. My tours take in the historic Royal National Park and the best sights of Southern Sydney/Wollongong.

Our Sydney Beaches Half Day Tour is the perfect tour to take in Sydney's stunningly beautiful beaches, harbour and coastline. Highlights include, Bronte Beach, Bondi Beach, Dudley Reserve, Diamond Bay and The South Head. We'll combine gentle walks through these scenic spots with insights into their history, all while appreciating Sydney's stunning natural beauty. This tour will also pass by Centennial Park, Tamarama Beach, Dover Heights, Macquarie lighthouse and Hornby Lighthouse. From Watson's Bay you can get an optional Ferry ride back to the city or stay for lunch (should you take the morning tour option). There are various restaurants located nearby to choose from. Please let your guide know in advance should you choose this option. Alternatively your guide will drive you back to your pick up point.

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round. You will guide yourself on your smart device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details.

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round. You will guide yourself on your smart device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details.

Explore The Rocks district in Sydney with a scavenger hunt-style game that puts a fun twist on traditional sightseeing. Learn about the history and heritage of Australia’s first settlement as you work to solve the clues and find the Captains Ship. The game takes you into alleyways, courtyards, and streets that many visitors miss, with stops at landmarks such as the Customs House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Sydney Observatory.

If you want to experience everything about Sydney, this is your perfect tour. The tour begins by exploring the rich history of The Rocks Historic Quarter, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and the Sydney Opera House. We then take the ferry to sail through one of the largest natural harbours in the world! Our next stop is the old fishing village of Watsons Bay, offering an idyllic beachfront location for your lunch break (lunch not included). After enjoying uninterrupted views of the city skyline, we will walk along the rugged coastline to visit Australia’s first lighthouse. The tour concludes at the world-famous Bondi beach. A captivating lifestyle ocean-front neighbourhood filled with graffiti, charming coffee houses, bars, restaurants and the photogenic Bondi Icebergs Pool. Bondi is also the starting point for the breathtaking coastal walk.

Star in your own private photoshoot using famous Sydney landmarks like the opera house, Queen Victoria Building, and Sydney Botanic Gardens as the backdrop. A professional photographer guide designs a 3-hour shoot based on your personal interests and style, whether you want to take engagement pictures, family portraits, or lifestyle shots for your Instagram. Take home at least 30 high-resolution photos on a USB drive.

Escape into nature right on Sydney's doorstep with this small-group hike in Blue Mountains National Park. Your guide knows the trails well, ensuring you won't get lost as you hike the roughly 4 miles (6.3 kilometers) of Grand Canyon Hike. Learn about local plants and animals from your guide while you hike. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop off in comfortable air-conditioned transport for a hassle-free experience.

Discover the haunting charm of Sydney’s Rocks district on this immersive ghost tour. Begin at Cadman’s Cottage, a dwelling seeped in centuries-old stories and rumored ghostly presences. Wander through the maze of cobbled streets, including Kendall Lane, whispering tales of desperation and crime. Explore enigmatic sites like the eerie Merchant’s House and Greenway Lane, each holding their unique spectral tales. Uncover the somber history of the Nurse’s Walk, once a hospital site that stirs a sense of unsettling illness. The journey concludes at Observatory Hill, offering panoramic views of Sydney and chilling tales of lingering spirits. Experience these sites and more, as you delve into the heart of Sydney’s spooky past.

Capture your visit to Sydney with the help of a professional photographer who will create a customized photo itinerary just for your group. Forget about awkward selfies or asking strangers to take your picture and get lasting memories in a casual, candid style from a dedicated pro. It's also a great way to see parts of Sydney you might otherwise miss, as your guide leads you to the most photogenic backdrops and locations, all tailored to your tastes.