Sydney
Must see Sydney with a local
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours
5.0
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Must see Sydney with a local
Explore some of Sydney's iconic landmarks, like the Opera House & Harbour Bridge, on a tailor-made full-day experience sprinkled with hidden gems
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Let your local host lead you by foot, metro, and ferry through Sydney’s most famous districts
- Discover 20 of Sydney’s top attractions (with a couple of local twists for good measure)
- See Australia’s oldest street or visit the historic Cockatoo Island, if you’d like
- Explore Paddington, known for its trendy cafe culture and upmarket boutiques
- Have your local host on hand to give tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip over a quick meal of fish and chips
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience
A mandatory Australian tan, sure to be commented on when you go back home
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs (can be arranged at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Sydney’s attractions may be too many to count, but with eight hours and a local insider, you’ll easily squeeze in 20 of them. After a quick coffee in upmarket Paddington, cut through historic Hyde Park on your way to the sun-drenched streets and fizzing fountains of Darling Harbor, home to the tranquil Chinese Garden of Friendship.
You could take the ferry across sparkling waters to Circular Quay and the iconic Sydney Opera House and stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens, an oasis in the city's heart. Even better, you’ll discover your host’s hidden gems that don’t feature in your guidebook – like the affluent suburb of Kirribilli, where a secret fish and chip shop at the base of Harbor Bridge offers unrivaled views across the bay.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
María Isabel,
Feb 2025
Matt fue muy puntual al recogernos y nos hizo un tour muy interesante llevándonos a muchos lugares importantes en la ciudad, realmente lo disfrutamos
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Katie,
Feb 2025
Ania did a fantastic job. She communicated with me well before the tour to find out what my interests were and tailored the experience to fit all my needs. She was very informative and helped us with learning how to do transportation which is very much appreciated. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants to book this tour. She is delightful.
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Katie,
Feb 2025
Her communication was fabulous from day 1 . Made sure I was comfortable taking the train and had so much knowledge of the history of Sydney. I highly recommend her!
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Cathy,
Feb 2025
It is hard to put into words how incredible experiencing Sydney was with Peter. We spent the day with Peter seeing the sights of Sydney, learning about the history as well as sharing so much important information and trivia. He did an outstanding job communicating prior to our arrival, planning our day, and making sure we saw all of the important and interesting highlights of the city, He far exceeded our expectations and we can’t thank him enough for our experience. We highly recommend this experience. Cathy and Mike
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Patricia,
Feb 2025
Great day! So much information and Peter made it very enjoyable. Would recommend for anyone wanting to learn about the city!
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Mayumi,
Dec 2024
ツアーの前に、行きたいところ、興味のあるところ、どんなことがしたいか、歴史、自然、ショッピングなどを詳しく申告できます。6時間って長いかなと思いましたが、とても充実したツアーでした。ありがとうございました。 Before the tour, you can declare in detail where you want to go, what you are interested in, what you want to do, history, nature, shopping, etc. I thought 6 hours would be a long time, but it was a very fulfilling tour. thank you very much.
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