Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Customs House
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
We walk past the "Rum Hospital", which now consists of NSW Parliament, the Sydney Hospital and the Mint.
What‘s Included
Group photos
Map with recommendations
1 classic Aussie snack/biscuit
1 small glass of craft beer (or soft drink or juice) Served for 18 years old and above.
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Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Reviews
555 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fantastic walking tour....
Nicholas C,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic walking tour. Matt, our guide was so friendly and very informative. You will learn about the history of Sydney at a great walking pace.
Beautiful, scenic harbour!
Louise C,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Matthew, was very organized and knowledgeable. He offered the right balance of historical, cultural and architectural anecdotes during the tour. We are travelling by cruise ship and only had 1 day to visit Sydney. The tour was a good investment and gave us an excellent overview of this beautiful city. Would highly recommend!!
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Sumsusan,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matt was an excellent guide. He was very well informed and gave us a great insight into Australia's/Sydney's history. We really enjoyed all of his stories. Being a 4th generation citizen of Sydney, he had lots to tell us.
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Chris H,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matt was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and I visited places I would normally have walked past. I would definitely recommend.
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wades443,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic. V knowledgeable entertaining guide. Enjoyed it all.
Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour with LOCSL SAUCE TOURS
daisymac2017,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a very informative and enjoyable “Ultimate Sydney Walking tour” with Matt from Local Sauce tours yesterday! There were only 7 people in the group which made it a more personal and interactive experience. Matt was knowledgeable, easy to understand, funny and made the effort to connect with each of us. We would definitely recommend this tour if you like learning more about the city you’re visiting in a more intimate small group experience!!
Sydney with Matt
Greg T,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour lasted about 4 hours and was small, only six people including us. We walked a large circle that probably extended 8-10 blocks south of Circular Quay. Matt did a great job of explaining the Sydney back story, super friendly and went out of his way to make it a personalized experience that included everyone and maintained good conversation and rhythm. 10/10 would recommend.
Worthwhile doing
GrandTour06708214103,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Throughly enjoyable - well put together and fun
Worth doing
KarahuiMartinborough,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well put together - decent guide. Learned about the place
This walking tour lives up to the name and Jake is a great tour guide,
937jen,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall, we had a great time! This tour hit the mark. Jake was a fantastic tour guide and took us logically through the history of Sydney and Australia and The Rocks. He was engaging and we enjoyed the stories of the area. The Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour lived up to its name and I would 100% recommend it to friends who come to Sydney. If they can get Jake as a tour guide even better! He is incredibly personable which makes a great tour. I would absolutely do a tour with him again too,
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