Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

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About this activity

Discover the story of Sydney on this expert-led small-group tour (max. 12 guests), 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 and 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 leaders, British governors, convicts and entrepreneurs, as well as more recent arrivals.

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 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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
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: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Group photos
Included: Map with recommendations
Included: Snacks: 1 classic Aussie snack/biscuit
Included: Alcoholic beverages: 1 small glass of craft beer (or soft drink or juice) Served for 18 years old and above.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Customs House

15 min

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.
The Mint

15 min

We walk past the "Rum Hospital", which now consists of NSW Parliament, the Sydney Hospital and the Mint.
Hyde Park Barracks

5 min Admission not included

We will stop outside Hyde Park Barracks as you hear the story of its construction and infamous architect. We do not enter the Barracks.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

10 min

We will briefly enter the Royal Botanic Gardens to see the location of the former Garden Palace and Governor Phillip Fountain.
Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

5 min

We will briefly enter the Queen Victoria Building, but mainly just to see it and for any guests to use the bathrooms.
St. Mary's Cathedral

10 min Admission not included

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).
General Post Office (GPO) Sydney

5 min

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.
Martin Place

5 min

We will stop in Martin Place to hear about the ANZAC Cenotaph and Australia's involvement in World War 1.
The Rocks

30 min

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.
Sydney Opera House

Passing by

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.
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet in front of Customs House, beside the steps and access ramp (on the right hand side as you face Customs House).

End point

We finish at "The Squire's Landing", where you'll get a view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be able to comfortably walk 4 km over 3 hours
Tour not recommended for children under 12 years of age as it involves 3 hours of stories and significant walking (4 km)
Not recommended for guests uncomfortable walking 4 km over 3 hours