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 travels uncomfortable walking 4 km
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
Gratuities
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.
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Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Reviews
392 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Learn about the birth of Sydney and Australia
Peter H,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was looking for a tour of Sydney that would allow me to learn something new about Sydney or even remind me of our past. Well this tour taught me a lot about our past that is not taught at school (Well at least when I went to school over 30 years ago :-). Steve was a great and fun guide really personable, I discovered parts of Sydney that I never knew existed. If you are visiting Sydney or live locally spending a few hours on a nice sunny Saturday on this walking tour is a great way to see this great city of Sydney.
A wonderful way to learn about Sydney
Lori V,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Steve, was outstanding. He was knowledgeable and fun. Most importantly was his ability to adjust the tour due to rain without missing a beat. Great tour and great Guide.
Great tour of Sydney CBD
Laurie D,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such an informative tour of Sydney. I really enjoyed it. The guide was incredibly nice and knowledgeable. I liked the small group feel.
Great tour with Michael
Eric N,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Michael was extremely informative - he is very informative and taught me a lot about Sydney history. He also gave us a lot of great recommendations. Highly recommend!
Dan was fantastic, his...
Louise B,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Dan was fantastic, his knowledge of Australian history was incredible… he brought to life the experiences and hardships of all those people, both First Nations and settlers alike, in establishing what is now the beautiful country of Australia.
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