Sydney · WALKING TOURS
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Sydney makes sense on foot where the harbour, Rocks and city grid meet. Compare distance, terrain and the balance of history, food and waterfront views before choosing a walk.
Sydney Opera House guided walking tour with insider access, architecture stories, pillar-free halls, and optional Tour and Dine meal add-on.
“Ask for Peter as your Guide. A retired Architect who actually worked on some of The Opera House projects. Very very knowledgeable!”
A small-group Blue Mountains day trip from Sydney with a rare Wentworth Falls bottom waterfall walk, Three Sisters views, and lunch.
“Loved this trip , well organised, well run and Ben the guide was fantastic. This is definitely a great day trip to if you have a few days in Sydney.”
A small-group walk through Sydney’s The Rocks with convict-labour stories, Cadman’s Cottage, and Harbour Bridge views in 90 minutes.
“Paul was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. He provided us with a thorough history of Sydney while wandering through the Rocks.”
A 90-minute small-group walk through The Rocks with clear storytelling, harbour views, and hidden lanes, from convict-era beginnings to today.
“Judith was a great guide. Charming, funny and very knowledgeable. She also actively engaged with and involved the children in our group by asking them to help her to point out key building features or share items of interest with the whole group. This tour is a great way to see historic aspects of Sydney on foot and hear how the modern city was originally founded. Highly recommend.”
A small-group Blue Mountains day trip with Wentworth Falls waterfall walk, Three Sisters views, and a fresh roll lunch from central Sydney.
“Kieran took the trip to the next level! The trip itself was amazing, but Kieran kept things fun and entertaining in the bus. I loved how active this tour is and the hikes are stunning. This one is repeatable!”
Step behind the SCG for a 90-minute guided walk with field access, dressing rooms, and the SCG Museum, from $23 per person.
“Excellent tour which was good value for money. Well paced with very knowledgeable and helpful guide. Really enjoyed seeing behind the scenes. Great start to our trip to Sydney.”
Behind-the-scenes SCG tour lets you walk the precinct, visit dressing rooms and the tunnel, and get up close to cricket trophies for $25.10.
“Awesome experience! Didn't need to ask many questions as tour guide had an abundance of knowledge and spoke well. Went above and beyond to get special access with grounds team. Highly recommend.”
A small-group Sydney history walk from Customs House to The Rocks, ending with craft beer and views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
“Very educational with a weave of current and historical information/details. Michael was a professional and friendly guide thru the city. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to understand the history of Australia and this region.”
2.5-hour The Rocks pub crawl in Sydney with four 285ml drinks and history stops, small-group guide.
“Great tour. Guide was a lot of fun. Highly recommend. Convict stories and Sydney history along with cold beer is a winner!”
Crime-historian walk through The Rocks with convict tales, 20 stops, and inside Customs House. Small group, 2.5 hours.
“Excellent content and presentation. Read the ‘Fatal Shore’, go on Max’s tour and understand the colonial birthplace of Australia.”
Small group snorkel and headland walk in Manly. Gear and wetsuits included, guided by locals, see fish in Cabbage Tree Bay.
“A really cool experience! You go deep into the water and get to see all sorts of fish and wildlife. Is great if you’re never done it before and given plenty of support.”
A 3.5-hour small-group Sydney walk from Customs House through The Rocks, ending with craft beer and harbour views of the Opera House and Bridge.
“The guide was great and very knowledgeable about the history of the city.”
2.5-hour convict and rum-era walk in The Rocks, with Customs House and Argyle Stores entry, ending at Argyle Cut.
“just because of this walking tour I feel more connected to the city”
A small-group, one-hour Sydney Opera House walking tour with expert commentary, headset audio, and brief off-limits interior access.
“An outstanding and highly informative tour of the Sydney Opera House. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history, design, and cultural significance of the building, offering fascinating insights into its complex construction. ViRead more”
A 90-minute evening walk through Sydney’s The Rocks, mixing grim history with ghost stories for about $28, starting at 8 pm.
“The tour was about a history, the life and death of people that you will not learn through books. This gives the Rocks a true authenticity.”
