Walking Tours in Sydney

Delve into the history of Sydney and British Australia on a leisurely 90-minute walking tour in The Rocks district with an expert guide. Along with famous spots like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, you'll see historic buildings and colonial-era sites such as Cadman's Cottage and Garrison Church. Weave through old hidden alleyways, lanes and courtyards where the past comes alive as you hear fascinating stories of Sydney's beginnings from your guide.

Join a knowledgeable local guide for a walking tour in the Rocks, one of Sydney's most popular and atmospheric neighborhoods. The Rocks district boasts a colorful history that dates to the early days of the British colony, in evidence when strolling through alleys lined with heritage buildings and convict-era artifacts. Learn about the district's seedy past and experience its stylish present day incarnation when you sip craft beers at historic pubs with a small-group limited to 12 participants.

Follow your knowledgeable guide on a walking tour that explores Kings Cross, a neighborhood that is considered Australia's red light capital. Your two-hour walk on the wild side highlights the district's colorful and sometimes violent history. What began as a glamorous address in the early 1800s transformed into a hardscrabble district rife with prostitution, organized crime, sly-grog shops (illegal alcohol distributors), gangster romances and riots in the 1920s and 1930s. Glimpse into a lesser-known side of Sydney's on this safe stroll through the past and present of Kings Cross.

See Sydney's most iconic sights on a 2-hour walking tour from Circular Quay. Take in the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Rocks and Hyde Park as you trace a route along the Tank Stream, the source of fresh water for aboriginal peoples and Australia's first British settlement. Your informative guide shares fascinating details about the city's past and present during your 2-hour tour, which is limited to a small group of up to 12 people - the perfect introduction to Sydney.

Dig deeper into Sydney's dark history and multi-cultural heritage on this 3-hour walking tour of the city's best bits. Learn about Sydney's Aboriginal roots, convict past and colonial history as you follow your guide around Circular Quay, The Rocks and Sydney Harbour. Stop along the way to admire landmark buildings like the Customs House, Parliament House and St Mary's Cathedral; stroll around Hyde Park; and snap photos of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Tower.

Discover the hidden gems of Sydney Harbour National Park on a leisurely private walking tour with an expert local guide. Take a private boat from Circular Quay across Rose Bay then stroll along the Hermitage Foreshore track to Watsons Bay. When exploring this lesser-known side of Sydney, enjoy fabulous photo ops of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and gorgeous coastal scenery, including Strickland House, Parsley Bay, Nielsen Park and Shark Beach. Refuel with morning tea, lunch and other refreshments on this personalized 6-hour tour.

Street art is fun to admire but you can get a much richer experience by taking a walking tour in the company of artists and designers who can illuminate the stories behind the work. In the company of a street art-savvy guide, wander through the streets of Sydney and discover its rich culture of graffiti, muralism, and tagging, while learnng about the artists. Meet, and get insight from, local characters and toast the experience with an included craft beer.

Experience the sun, sand and surf at Australia's most iconic beach, with this 1.5-hour walking tour of Bondi Beach. Learn about the area's Aboriginal heritage, see where the famous 'Bondi Rescue' TV show is filmed and learn how Bondi Beach became a hotspot for tourists, celebrities and surfers. Along the way, admire the Bondi Aboriginal rock art sites; pose for photos by the Bondi Pavilion and take a peek at celebrity residences located nearby.

Head to The Rocks to learn about Sydney's colorful past. Your historian guide will regale you with stories of the first convicts to arrive in Sydney, their early experiences in Australia, and how they ultimately transformed a shanty camp to an enduring settlement. Listen to tales of street gangs, see the city's oldest cottage, visit the Customs House, and check out maps and murals of old and new Sydney.