Sydney Half Day Private Tour: See Sydney Opera House and Bondi

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SydneyOpera House and Bridge — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy the best sightseeing tour of Sydney on your half-day private tour. Discover the picture-perfect views from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your expert guide. Visit the very tip of Sydney Harbour at The Gap, and dip your toes in the ocean at the world-famous Bondi Beach. Travel through the exclusive suburbs of Paddington, Vaucluse and the notorious Kings Cross.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Runaway Tours Sydney

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Expert Driver/Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Lunch cruise
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Groups of 11+ - Luggage Surcharge for Cruise Ship and Airport Pickups

Itinerary

Runaway Tours

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Discover Sydney's most famous sights on your half day tour. From the Sydney Opera House to Bondi Beach you will enjoy breathtaking views of this beautiful city. With your own private tour you have the freedom to adjust the itinerary below to exactly suit you. Chat with your expert guide on the day if you want to spend more time in one place and less in another. Your tour, your way
The Rocks

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Sydney's original settlement - hear the vibrant stories of this area and its rich history, and see the many sandstone buildings hewn from the local rock which gives the area its name.
Circular Quay

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The gateway to the vibrant harbor of Sydney. The waterfront hub for the famous Green and Gold ferries, as well as the terminal for visiting international Cruise Ships.
Sydney Opera House

30 min

Explore the forecourt of the iconic Sydney Opera House, as you experience the incredible architecture of this iconic building. Capture that once in a lifetime photo with one of the wonders of the modern world.
Sydney Harbour Bridge

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The famous "Coat Hanger", can be viewed from various points on your tour. Completed in the 1930's, this stunning bridge framed Sydney's beautiful harbor and there will be multiple places where you can view her in all her glory!
Parliament of New South Wales

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The home of the NSW Government, this beautiful 2 storied Georgian building is the oldest public building Sydney, and part of a complex of heritage listed sites that was once the General Hospital of the first settlement.
St. Mary's Cathedral

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One of Australia’s most beautiful and significant buildings. This stunning Cathedral is built in an English Gothic Revival style and constructed of honey coloured Sydney sandstone.
Mrs Macquarie's Chair

30 min

Get that postcard perfect picture of the Sydney Opera House framed by the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sit in the rock-hewn chair and hear the story of Mrs Macquarie!
Woolloomooloo Wharf

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Woolloomooloo is also known as Finger Wharf and was once an old cargo dock. These days it that attracts a trendy clientele with many fine dining restaurant and bars, with stunning harbour views from all angles.
Kings Cross

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The once infamous Red-Light district of Sydney. Learn about the rich and varied history and, although it is much tamer these days, see if you can spot its seedy underbelly.
Stop 11

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Double Bay, known to locals as Double Pay because of its exclusive house prices, has been described as the Little Vienna of Sydney. Rushcutters and Rose Bay both sit right on Sydney’s harbour line and command amazing views across the bay.
Watsons Bay

20 min

Home to the famous Doyle’s Seafood restaurant, Watson’s Bay is a delightful suburb with a beautiful seaside park, the Watson’s Bay Hotel and fast ferries to run you back to Circular Quay. Enjoy the stunning view at The Gap where waves pound the rugged cliffs, and the Pacific Ocean stretches off into the horizon.
Bondi Beach

30 min

Bondi Rescue, Bondi Vet, Bondi to Coogee walk…what’s not to like about Bondi?! Catch a wave or go for a coffee along Australia’s most famous piece of real estate.
Stop 14

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Home to glorious Victorian terraces, Paddington is truly a stylish destination. Get lost in the back alleyways and visit over 25 local drinking establishments or just sip a coffee or grab a delicious focaccia at the many gourmet cafes in the area.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG
Space Q Capsule Hotel
East Side Hotel
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection
Rydges Sydney Central
The York by Swiss-Belhotel
Adina Surry Hills Sydney
Manor House Boutique Hotel Sydney
The Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Meriton Suites Pitt Street, Sydney
Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney
Megaboom City Hotel

and 139 more pickup points

You will be picked up from your Sydney Hotel or other central location within 3km of the city centre.

Groups up to 10 people: We can meet you at the Sydney Airport or Cruise Terminal to begin your tour and drop you and your luggage off at your hotel, Cruise Terminal or Airport at the end of your tour.

Groups of 11 or more, please contact us for a custom quote for travelling with luggage.

For airport pickups, we will advise your meeting point at the time of booking.

You will need to load and unload your own luggage. Our tour guides are not professional porters and under Work, Health and Safety regulations are not permitted to lift heavy bags.

Using your ticket

If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be able to lift your own luggge and mobiliy equipment, or have someone in your group who can help.
Due to Government regulations, seatbelts must be worn at all times.