Sydney Private Custom Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a Local

4.8
(116 reviews)
Sydney, Australia

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

This isn’t a standard sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, designed entirely around your interests. Explore Sydney with a knowledgeable local host who adjusts the pace and focus of your private walking tour to suit your travel style. From sandstone lanes in The Rocks to modern harborside hangouts, every stop reveals a different side of the city’s character.

Before the tour, you’ll complete a short online questionnaire so we can match you with the ideal local host and plan a day filled with insight, authenticity, and meaningful connection.

What's Included

Online questionnaire link sent after booking to tailor your experience and match you to a local host
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

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

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

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Meeting point

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • Sydney (Pass by)

    See Sydney through the eyes of someone who calls it home, uncovering coastal energy, storied neighborhoods, and the city's laid-back rhythm with a passionate local host by your side. This isn’t just a tour, it’s a City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, designed around you, full of authentic moments and unforgettable discoveries. Before your adventure begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can craft an itinerary that reflects your interests, whether it’s sampling street-side pho, navigating narrow alleyways in the Old Quarter, or sipping egg coffee in a tucked-away café only locals know. Here are some highlights to spark your curiosity:

    Admission ticket free
  • The Rocks (Pass by)

    Wander the oldest part of the city, where sandstone pubs, narrow alleys, and convict-era history meet. Your local host brings this harborside district to life with stories that shaped modern Sydney.

    Admission ticket free
  • Barangaroo Reserve (Pass by)

    Walk through Indigenous-inspired parklands and along peaceful waterfront trails with sweeping harbor views. Discover native flora, striking public art, and Sydney’s commitment to sustainable city design.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Step inside Sydney’s most elegant shopping arcade, filled with ornate ironwork, mosaic floors, and stained-glass domes. Your local host shares how this landmark reflects the city's evolving identity.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Slip into hidden alleys filled with color and character, from bold murals and specialty coffee spots to locally owned boutiques. These creative backstreets reveal the city’s contemporary pulse.

    Admission ticket free
  • Darling Harbour (Pass by)

    End your walk in this vibrant harborside hub, lined with cafés, water views, and outdoor public spaces. Your local host may suggest a scenic spot to relax or offer tips for continuing your exploration.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
Supplied by City Unscripted

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Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City 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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