Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

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About this activity

Drink and discover on Sydney's top-rated nightlife experience - now with 5 different routes!

Perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, non-drinkers, locals, visitors - anyone who wants a fun & unique night out.

Over 3.5 hours, your host will take you to 3 or 4 different bars including very well-hidden ones and some of Sydney’s top-rated bars. We include the first drink (beer or wine) and then leave it up to you to choose how you want to enjoy the night. There’s no pressure to drink, so if you prefer not to, we promise you’ll still have fun!

As we explore, you’ll hear a few fun stories, covering crime, local legends & other “pub trivia” worthy tidbits.

TUES: City Centre - North ("YCK Laneways" - York, Clarence and Kent streets)

WED: Newtown & Enmore Rd

THURS: The Rocks & Circular Quay

FRI: City Centre - South (Town Hall, Chinatown & Thaitown areas)

SAT: Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

After the tour, you'll get a map with all the bars visited, plus some extra spots to check out.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Local Sauce Tours

Ages: Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Group photos
Included: Expect to spend at least $50 AUD extra per person on drinks
Included: Map with our personal recommendations of best bars in Sydney
Included: Alcoholic beverages: 1 alcoholic drink included (beer or wine only)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Oxford Street

10 min

On our Saturday night route (Surry Hills and Darlinghurst), we'll hit up Oxford Street, where you'll hear about the history of Sydney's Mardi Gras.
Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

15 min

On our Tuesday night route (city centre/CBD), we'll pass through Queen Victoria Building (QVB) and tell you a few interesting stories about the building as we do.
Sydney Opera House

Passing by

On our Thursday night route (Rocks/Circular Quay), we'll see the Opera House and share a story or two about the history of this magnificent building.
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Passing by

On our Thursday night route (Rocks/Circular Quay), we'll see the Sydney Harbour Bridge and share a story or two about the history of this magnificent structure.
Chinatown

20 min

On our Friday night route, we'll wander through Sydney's Chinatown, during the weekly Friday night markets. We may stop somewhere along the way for some street food.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

WEDNESDAY ONLY: The tour starts at the "I Have A Dream" mural on King St. Your host will be standing near the mural and wearing a shirt with "Local Sauce Tours" on it. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go to this location unless you have booked for the Wednesday night tour.
THURSDAY ONLY: We meet outside Customs House building, on the right-hand side as you face the building, near the access ramp. Your host will be there 10 minutes early, wearing a "Local Sauce Tours" shirt. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go to this location unless you have booked for the Thursday night tour.
TUESDAY & FRIDAY ONLY: We meet outside the southern end of the Queen Victoria Building (QVB). There are 2 statues, one of Queen Victoria and one of a talking dog. Your host will be between the 2 statues. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go to this location unless you have booked for Tuesday or Friday's tour.
SATURDAY ONLY: We meet at a bar on Crown St, Surry Hills. We will message you on the day of the tour via WhatsApp with the name of the bar, so please keep an eye on your messages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go to this location unless you have booked for the Saturday night tour.

End point

Wednesday: We finish at a bar in Newtown, near Newtown train station.
Saturday: We finish at a bar in Surry Hills, near Central and Museum train stations.
Thursday: We finish at a bar near Circular Quay train station.
Tuesday & Friday: We finish at a bar near Wynyard and Town Hall train stations.

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

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting points vary depending on the day, please double-check what day you have booked for (or contact the operator)