Sydney

15 Best Sydney Walking Tours

The walking tours that start where Sydney did: The Rocks’ convict lanes, harbour history and the pubs that have poured since the colony was young. Two hours here reframes everything else you see.

2.Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

Discover Sydney’s historic Rocks district with a 90-minute guided walking tour, exploring iconic sites, secret laneways, and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“Lot of history not much walking. Did not see much of Sydney only an area called the rocks. If you want to see Sydney take a bus tour.”

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5.Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

Discover the Sydney Cricket Ground on this engaging 1.5-hour guided tour. Behind-the-scenes access, iconic trophies, and expert guides make it a must-visit for sports fans.

★ 5.0

“The SCG tour was fantastic! Vanessa was a wonderful guide – witty, engaging, and full of fascinating stories about cricket matches and the amazing history of the ground. Highly recommend!”

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6.Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover Sydney’s highlights on a small-group walking tour, combining history, scenic views, and a local beer experience for an authentic taste of the city.

★ 5.0

“Jake was knowledgeable in explaning the hidden spots around the busiest tourist locations in Sydney. He tried his best to bring up the spirits for the 11 of us in the group. Enjoyed the experience overall.”

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7.The Rocks Ghost Tours with Guide in Sydney

Experience Sydney’s haunted history on a 1.5 to 2-hour guided walking tour through The Rocks, exploring spooky tales, historic sites, and secret alleyways.

★ 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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8.The Rocks Pub Walking Tour

Explore Sydney’s history and vibrant pub scene on a 2.5-hour guided walk through The Rocks, sampling craft beers, wines, and local stories.

★ 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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9.Convicts and The Rocks: Sydney’s Walking Tour Led by Historian

Explore Sydney's history with a 2.5-hour guided walk through The Rocks, led by a knowledgeable crime historian, covering convict stories and historic sites.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic tour very interesting and informative tour of Sydney and the rocks area. Tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the area.”

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10.Sydney The Rocks Historical Pub Tour

Discover Sydney's historic pubs with a 2.5-hour guided tour featuring four drinks, lively storytelling, and insider stories of The Rocks neighborhood.

★ 5.0

“It was a great tour we meet some people on the tour the beer was good overall a great experience the story about each place was very interesting”

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12.Sydney Convicts, History & The Rocks 2.5-Hour Walking Tour

Discover Sydney’s convict past with a 2.5-hour guided walking tour through The Rocks, exploring heritage buildings, hidden ruins, and lively stories for just $34.

★ 4.9

“The guide was absolutely fantastic, giving us lots of information from the historic to personal stories. As we went around she made sure she chatted to each person in the group. Highly recommend!”

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13.Sydney Shore Excursion: Sydney Opera House Walking Tour

Discover the Sydney Opera House with a guided walking tour that offers insider stories, stunning views, and access to hidden areas—perfect for architecture and culture lovers.

★ 4.5

“It is a must do for Sydney visitor , lots of information and historical stories during the construction of the opera, the Arch and design , design of interiors , exterior , it is fantastic one hour tour, it is amazing.”

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14.Sydney Ghost Walking Tour

Discover Sydney’s haunted past with a 1.5-hour ghost tour through The Rocks. Learn intriguing stories, explore spooky alleys, and see the city’s eerie side.

★ 3.5

“Started ok but got really weird when guide got out some sticks and started talking to dead people. We lost interest and left tour early.”

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15.Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks (small group)

Explore Sydney's historic sites and hidden gems with this small-group walking tour, led by expert guides, offering authentic stories and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Lily was great! She was knowledgeable and kind. We got a great overview of the city and history. We did it our first day which was a great way to start. It was a lot of walking for those who either don’t like walking or…”

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More Sydney Walking Tours

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