Walking tours are the cheapest way to get Sydney’s history under your skin, and these are the ones I’d join first. Most run two to three hours through The Rocks and the city core. The Rocks is Australia’s oldest European neighbourhood, and its stories are darker than the postcards let on.
Discover the secrets of the iconic Sydney Opera House on our official guided walking tour. Uncover the untold stories behind this architectural masterpiece!
Most Popular★ 4.5“A must! We only wish we booked a night comedy or concert. Quite the experience walking through and learning the history of the Opera House.”
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3,770 reviewsFrom $34.43by Sydney Opera House
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Discover the hidden treasures of Sydney's historic district on an unforgettable guided walking tour. Unveil the secrets of The Rocks and immerse yourself in its rich history.
★ 5.0“We thoroughly enjoyed the history and places of interest on this tour! Michael is a superb guide with a great sense of humor.”
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1,546 reviewsFrom $32.99by The Rocks Walking Tours
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Discover the hidden history of Sydney's iconic neighborhood on a guided walking tour. Uncover stories, secrets, and stunning views. Book now!
★ 5.0“Judith was a great enthusiastic guide. We learned much about the history of the area while listening to her thorough explanations with a touch of humor.”
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1,546 reviewsFrom $32.99by The Rocks Walking Tours
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Discover Sydney’s historic rocks with a 90-minute guided walk, exploring alleyways, landmarks, and stories that bring the area's past to life.
★ 4.7“Our guide Stan was so knowledgeable. There was an abundance of fabricating information to take on board. Definitely worth it.”
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1,092 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $32by The Rocks Walking Tours - Sydney
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Discover the rich history of Sydney Cricket Ground and Museum with a captivating walking tour. Uncover the secrets and legends of this iconic sporting venue.
★ 4.9“Very informative guide called Kevin, knew everything anybody asked him would recommend tour”
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616 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $23by Venues NSW
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Discover the secrets of Sydney Cricket Ground on a guided walking tour. Uncover the history and witness the iconic moments that have unfolded on this hallowed ground.
★ 5.0“If you love cricket this is the tour for you Very informative guide .. and a lovely gentleman as well It’s a must do for sports and cricket lovers *****5 stars from me”
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581 reviewsFrom $25.10by SCG and Allianz Stadium Tour
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Discover the hidden gems of Sydney with our Ultimate Walking Tour. Uncover the city's secrets, breathtaking views, and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture.
★ 5.0“This tour group was great fun. Jake had a lot of stories and facts to share, was able to pivot periodically when needed, and the group size was perfect as a solo traveler to be involved and not get lost in a large group. I'd…”
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514 reviewsFrom $57.38by Local Sauce Tours
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Explore Sydney’s haunted side with a 1.5- to 2-hour ghost tour of The Rocks. Discover eerie tales, historic sites, and hidden alleyways with expert guides.
★ 4.5“We enjoyed Lachlan's presentation and tour. We learnt of The Rocks historical dark past exploring many sites.”
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482 reviewsFrom $39.45by The Rocks Ghost Tours
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Discover the hidden gems of Sydney's oldest neighborhood on The Rocks Pub Walking Tour. Uncover the city's history while enjoying a pint or two along the way.
★ 5.0“We had a blast touring the old pubs with "Dave's" group. Our guide was knowledgeable in the history of the pubs. The other guests were from other countries and so much fun. I highly recommend”
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447 reviewsFrom $82.84by Daves Pub Tours
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Uncover Sydney's dark past on a captivating walking tour with an expert historian. Explore the hidden secrets of convicts and The Rocks. Join us now!
★ 5.0“This was a fantastic walking tour, Max certainly knows his history and gave us so much information, there is no doubt that everyone was impressed with what we learnt about the early start of Sydney and how it was built. Some great humoRead more”
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304 reviewsFrom $37.30by Journey Walks
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Discover the hidden stories of Sydney's historic pubs on a thrilling tour through The Rocks. Uncover the secrets of the past and raise a glass to Sydney's rich history.
★ 5.0“We walked to 3 different historical pubs and learned the history of the Rocks. Our tour guide, Simon, was extremely knowledgeable and funny. The hours flew by and we were sent away with a few extra pub recommendations to explore on our own. Would definitely…”
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251 reviewsFrom $82.84by Sydney Pub Tours
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Explore Sydney’s highlights on this 3.5-hour guided walking tour, combining history, architecture, First Nations culture, and stunning harbour views with a local drink.
★ 4.9“Steve was fantastic! He had great knowledge of the city and its history. He was also a skilled storyteller who brought the city to life for us. I appreciated his advice on what to do in the city during our visit. Highly recommend!”
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234 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $53by Local Sauce Tours
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Kaleidoscope of convict stories and hidden histories await in Sydney's convict tour, inviting you to unravel mysteries of The Rocks and its rebellious past.
★ 4.9“very informative tour. Beck told a lot of interesting stories. would recommend.”
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181 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $36by Journey Walks
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Discover the iconic Sydney Opera House on a captivating walking tour. Explore its stunning architecture and delve into its rich history. Unforgettable shore excursion awaits!
★ 4.5“The tour guide was excellent and we could hear everything she said, through the headset/receiver they provided to each of us. Our guide told us funny stories and provided a vast amount of detailed facts/history about this beautiful building! Read more”
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160 reviewsFrom $34.43by Sydney Opera House
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Discover the chilling secrets of Sydney's haunted history on a spine-tingling Ghost Walking Tour. Uncover eerie tales and explore the city's supernatural side. Book now!
“Our tour guide, Georgia, was an engaging story teller. Her stories were interesting, the walk was at a nice pace, and the view at the look out was stunning. Our children, 11 and 13, joined us on the tour and both really enjoyed it.”
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156 reviewsFrom $27.97by Lantern Ghost Tours
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