Things to do in Sydney, New South Wales: The Best Walking Tours

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, go ashore take a guided walking of the Rocks. Tours depart daily at 10:30am and 1:30pm from a convenient location in The Rocks, for a duration of 90 minutes, walking at a leisurely pace. Your guide will lead you throughout the historic and picturesque Rocks precinct as you weave your way through hidden alleyways, along charming lanes and into shady courtyards, areas that could be overlooked by the casual unguided visitor. This is a must-do for all visitors to Sydney!

Inclusions: 90 minute guided walking tour, Specialist trained guide with expertise in & around The Rocks, Umbrella (if required), Guide has amplification for ease in hearing commentary

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Port pickup and drop-off (provided for private bookings), Transportation to/from attractions

Be toured through our urban winery by our head winemaker and learn about the art of the wine making process. Arriving at the tasting table, there is a six-glass wine-flight set up for each person, where we walk everyone through six wines from three different wine regions of NSW, exploring the aroma, structure and palate-feel of each, whilst enjoying an array of local NSW produce spread along the table.

Inclusions: Guided in-depth tour around winery by the head winemaker, Taste 6 different wines from 3 different regions, Shared cheese and charcuterie boards, Take home bottle of A.Retief Wine, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Additional take away wines available to purchase and take home from the cellar door

●The only place in Australia where your hands will be the controllers in your escape room. ●Sydney's only multi-sensory VR escape rooms - feel the wind and heat on your face, smell the gunpowder and smoke! ● Fly through space, solve diabolical puzzles, shoot fireballs and have fun together saving Earth ● See, hear and interact with each other as avatars in a thrilling virtual reality team adventure ● Private room for your group of 2-6, take fun pictures and videos of each other

Inclusions: Virtual reality adventure (up to 60 minutes), Interactive 3D photo wall, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Transportation to/from venue

Adventure Clues - Explore the secret side of Sydney in a series of fun cryptic clues using our unique web app. In this trail you are assigned as private detectives, your mission is to try and solve the 15 clues to discover Sydney’s hidden streets. Taking you past secret speakeasies and street art vibes one thing to remember is this will not be easy! The city was originally settled around a freshwater stream and the earliest properties were built around small lanes. These lanes are today charming walkways with lots of hidden gems that contribute to the tapestry of modern Sydney. Many people (including the locals) who do this trail are surprised to find such secrets hidden away in plain view of the city. Upon reaching the finish we will provide you with your stats and a detailed explanation of all the sights. Are you ready to undertake this fun adventure, will you accept this Secret Sydney mission? Team numbers recommended - 2-4 Players. Price is Per Team.

Inclusions: Use of Web app

Exclusions: No guides included. This is self guided tour

Receive a warm welcome to Sydney on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Sydney to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Circular Quay Warfs and Sydney Opera House, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Sydney is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, Local Tips and Tricks, City Orientation

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Food & drinks

Sydney's Super-Hero Drag Queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, will escort her guests to Oxford St. Darlinghurst's most vibrant LGBT venues including Slide Bar, The Stonewall Hotel, The Oxford Hotel, and more. On our tour, we will learn about the world-renown Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade and the characters that help build Oxford Street into the LGBT Hub it is famous for! Learn about the colorful characters that have been icons on the Sydney scene, activists, entrepreneurs, and even legendary drag queens. You'll be treated to some store discounts too, just for joining the tour. We will visit some famous stores such as House of Priscilla, Aussie Boys, The Darlinghurst Bookshop (to name a few), and stopping outside the offices of Sydney Mardi Gras. Let’s explore Sydney's LGBT hub as we stroll through one of the cities most exciting districts. We cant wait to meet you and show you around Sydney's LGBT District!

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Attractions admission tickets

Expect fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney's colonial birthplace: The Rocks. Together your group will uncover the scallywag stories of convicts, soldiers, sailors, rum & rebellions. This tour is led by vibrant historians who share their passion for the past through great storytelling, visual imagery and extensive research. Before reaching the narrow alleyways & hidden ruins of The Rocks district, you’ll enter inside Sydney’s historical Customs House & discover the colonial relics at Macquarie Place. In The Rocks your guide will bring to life the convicts, craftsmen & cut-throats littered throughout its early history. You'll also venture below street level to discover a sandstone cellar connected to Sydney's gold-rush era. After getting lost in the area's rich history this tour finishes at an historic local Pub. This is a unique opportunity to soak in the stories you've shared over a refreshing drink with your guide and group.

Inclusions: A local Sydney history expert as your tour guide, 2.5 hour walking tour covering approximately 20 historic sites and stories, Local recommendations and extra question time with your guide is included after the tour., Tour finishes at a friendly old fashioned Pub in The Rocks for a chance to share a drink together

Exclusions: Food is not included on this tour, but your tour guide will have fantastic local recommendations, Gratuities

Come on an all-inclusive journey to Sydney's oldest and most charismatic pubs as you wander through Australia’s oldest neighbourhood, The Rocks. With dinner and drinks all included, you will be “Edutained” by an expert, local, passionate guide as you venture into the heart of Australian pub culture, and experience first-hand how much these charming locations have shaped Aussie culture. Maximum group size: 16 travelers

Inclusions: Professional, local guide, 5 drinks, Dinner, Group photos, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Drink In History and explore Sydney's most historic settlement on The Rocks Pub Walk. This 2.5 hour small group historical walking tour visits four of Sydney's oldest pubs, stopping for a drink of craft beer, wine or cider in each. Discover the myths, meet the legends of Sydney's oldest pubs!

Inclusions: Beverages, Professional guide, Harts Pub 20% discount!

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Visit Sydney's most famous 'puburb' on the Balmain Pub Walk. This 3 hour small group historical walking tour visits four iconic Balmain pubs, stopping for a drink in each. Step away from the tourist crowds and get some local stories with a local flavour.

Inclusions: Beverages, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch