Sydney Shores and Suburban Discovery- Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach

4.9
(31 reviews)
Sydney, Australia

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Set out on a thrilling, private adventure through Sydney—where iconic landmarks, stunning coastlines, and hidden local secrets collide.

Kick off in The Rocks, passing its once‑dangerous laneways, convict‑built pubs, and gritty colonial history beneath the towering Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Step into the lush wilds of the Royal Botanic Gardens, where colossal fig trees and eucalyptus forests echo with the screeches of rainbow lorikeets and cockatoos.

Trace the glittering shoreline of Woolloomooloo, Darling Point, Double Bay and Rose Bay, each cove revealing the size of Sydney Harbour and its stunning architecture.

Refuel with lunch at a legendary waterside venue with distant skyline views.

Discover Bondi Beach, its promenade, famous Icebergs pool and enjoy a spectacular stroll at Tamarama and Bronte Beach.

Venture into Centennial Park, scanning the lakes for giant pelicans, elegant black swans, and the surreal sight of thousands of wild bats waking in the treetops.

What's Included

Private transportation
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Lunch
Gratuities
Please bring your own water or drink bottle

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up is available from all Sydney centrally located hotels, airbnb's and both the Overseas Passenger Cruise Terminal and White Bay Cruise Terminal. For busy streets without available parking spaces we will be in contact to arrange pick up as close as possible.

Will be fabulous to meet you all.

Ben Barry

Personalised Sydney Tours
Discover. Immerse. Treasure.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Rocks

    See hidden alleyways, convict built hotels and churches, Australia's oldest bank, pub and police station in the historic old town of Sydney. Take an interesting photo under the Sydney Harbour Bridge of the spanning arch. Get selfies with the Sydney Opera House in the background.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Millers Point

    See the Sydney Observatory and the historic area from a great lookout overlooking Sydney.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sydney Opera House

    See the Sydney Opera House up close for great pictures of its 'sails' and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walk into the foyer area and up the entry steps. Inspiring architecture,

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Sydney Harbour Bridge

    See the Sydney Harbour Bridge from various parts of Sydney: Circular Quay, The Royal Botanic Garden and from Sydney's eastern suburbs of Vaucluse and Watsons Bay.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • State Library of New South Wales (Pass by)

    Grand building with Roman columns

    Admission ticket free
  • Sydney Eye Hospital (Pass by)

    Famous sandstone building

    Admission ticket free
  • The Mint (Pass by)

    Georgian style architecture of where Australia's first currency was coined

    Admission ticket free
  • Hyde Park Barracks (Pass by)

    A UNESCO World Heritage site of where convicts were housed.

    Admission ticket free
  • Museum of Contemporary Art (Pass by)

    Abstract art and Australian Aboriginal Art

    Admission ticket free
  • Hyde Park (Pass by)

    Beautiful gardens, water fountains and views of the Sydney Tower

    Admission ticket free
  • St. Mary's Cathedral (Pass by)

    Australia's largest Roman Catholic Church

    Admission ticket free
  • The Domain (Pass by)

    Lovely park where public concerts are held surrounded by large fig trees

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Mrs Macquarie's Chair

    Sit in the famous chair that Governor Lachlan Macquarie ordered convicts to cut into the rock for his wife.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

    Drive into the Royal Botanic Garden to see various Australian trees and flowers and stop for the best picture of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House together.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Art Gallery Of New South Wales (Pass by)

    Houses international and indigenous art and hosts the Archibald Prize - Australia's most popular portrait competition.

    Admission ticket free
  • Woolloomooloo Wharf (Pass by)

    See the famous finger wharf and naval base

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Shark Beach

    Don't worry about the name. This is one of the most beautiful 'shark netted' swimming beaches in Sydney Harbour.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Camp Cove

    Famous spot at a pristine beach where the British raised the flag to claim Sydney

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    South Head

    Time permitting. Walk to Hornby Lighthouse - Australia's second oldest lighthouse for grand views of Sydney, Manly and the Pacific Ocean

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Watsons Bay

    Enjoy lunch at an iconic restaurant in beautiful Watsons Bay perched on an intimate harbour-side cove with distant views of the city skyline.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Gap Park

    Look for dolphins and whales at one of Sydney's best lookouts

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Macquarie Lighthouse

    Australia's oldest lighthouse designed by a convict

    2 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Bondi Beach

    Immerse yourself in the culture of Bondi, Australia's most popular beach with a short walk along its promenade

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Bondi Iceberg Club (Pass by)

    Drive by the Instagram famous Icebergs ocean swimming pool

    Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Bondi to Coogee Walk

    OPTIONAL scenic walk from Bondi Beach to Tamarama and Bronte Beach via cliffs and coves of Sydney's eastern beaches

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Tamarama Beach (Pass by)

    Great picture stop overlooking the surfers shredding the waves

    Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Bronte Beach

    Admire the grand architecture overlooking azure blue water

    2 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Centennial Park

    See flying foxes(fruit bats), black swans, pelicans, Eurasian coots, ducks and swamphens or take a walk through a rose garden

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Paddington Markets (Pass by)

    See the grand Victorian terrace townhouses in the village of Paddington, drive down famous Oxford St and check out their markets.

    Admission ticket free
  • Chinatown (Pass by)

    See the array of Asian shops, restaurants and markets

    Admission ticket free
  • Darling Harbour (Pass by)

    Drive near King St Wharf, Barangaroo and the Crown Casino - one of Sydney's busiest waterside locations

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Personalised Sydney Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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