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“Excellent experience, guide provided a wealth of information in the small window of time. A must see.”
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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“The guide was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. He had a wonderful temperament. We got everything out of the tour that we expected and more.”
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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“The walking tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the first settlement and people's life. Excellent!”
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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“Very informative with a knowledgeable and interesting guide. Jon kept us amused as well as informed during the 90 minute tour. Well 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“Excellent tour. Warwick and Kevon were great guides. Seeing an iconic stadium close up was a real bucket list event for amy cricket fan. The Long Room bar and changing rooms, an look at the inner sanctum of any sports ground. Brilliant views over the…”
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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“Very good explanation by tour guide about tge ground , museum & every thing , we enjoyed a lot & have a great day”
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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“Such a great experience. We got to visit many sites while learning the history, culture and enjoying their beer. Def recommend this to all travelers.”
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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 really enjoyed our experience. Such friendly staff from the front desk, cleaners, breakfast staff, Cafe and the bar staff, everyone was so helpful. Our room was clean and had everything we needed. So close in proximity to the harbour, train station and shops. We…”
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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 the best time walking around Sydney stopping at old pubs,, learning the history of the city and the pubs itself. Our guide Dave was wonderful!! highly recommend him. Great personality and very informative of the city he loves.”
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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“Our guide, Beck provided us with a well structured and very interesting account and tour from the arrival of the British to Australia and the development of Sydney up to the present day. The illustrations she brought with her were particularly helpful.”
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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“Our guide Colin was excellent - full of knowledge and enthusiasm. The beer/drinks were very generous on the tour and we were very happy to have eaten a hearty meal in advance. We knew there would not be food on the tour so it worked…”
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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“I enjoyed learning more about some of the key Sydney landmarks. Jake was a very warm, friendly and informative guide as well. Even though I'm from Australia, I still learnt some things. A well paced walking tour, it wasn't too taxing for an unfit person…”
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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“just because of this walking tour I feel more connected to the city”
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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“Amazing experience…our guide was knowledgeable and very informative. I thought it was just going to be a quick tour and that was it. We were able to see the inside of both venues and learned a lot about how the Opera House was built.”
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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!
“Thanks to Doc for a great tour. He had to be flexible due to how busy it was for Anzac day but didn't miss a beat. Some cool and spooky history about the Rocks area of Sydney. He even provided us help finding our way…”
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156 reviewsFrom $27.97by Lantern Ghost Tours
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