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Private tour with a knowledgeable Sydney local.
Learn Sydney’s Irish, convict and colonial history in context.
Discover Australia’s unique native vegetation vs European plantings.
Experience authentic Sydney coffee culture.
See native Australian plants and animals in the Botanic Gardens.
Iconic Opera House & Harbour Bridge photo vantage points.
Explore hidden heritage arcades and laneways.
Visit Angel Place’s suspended birdcage installation.
Walk through The Rocks - the birthplace of colonial Sydney.
Observatory Hill harbour views and history.
See the giant Sydney city model inside Customs House.
Finish at the Sydney Opera House for your guided tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet guests at the bronze statue of Queen Victoria at the southern end of the Queen Victoria Building on George Street in Sydney's CBD.
Guests finish tour with a pre-arranged behind-the-scenes tour of the Sydney Opera House.
Itinerary
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1Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
A grand 19th-century Romanesque landmark and symbol of Sydney’s historic elegance.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Strand Arcade
Heritage shopping arcade and perfect place to introduce to try Sydney’s famous coffee culture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Hyde Park
Australia’s oldest public park and green heart of the CBD
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4St. Mary's Cathedral
Gothic Revival cathedral reflecting Sydney’s strong Irish and Catholic heritage.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Art Gallery Of New South Wales
World-class art precinct blending classical architecture with bold contemporary design.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6The Domain
Historic open parkland once used for public gatherings.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbour-front gardens showcasing native Australian bush beside European colonial plantings.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Mrs Macquarie's Chair
Iconic photo stop capturing Sydney’s most famous skyline including the Opera House & Harbour Bridge.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9State Library of New South Wales
Historic cultural institution with a hidden bar inside a grand heritage setting.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sydney’s financial and civic heart, lined with grand sandstone buildings including the Old Commonwealth Bank Building (CBA) and GPO Building.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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With suspended birdcages honouring native birds once heard in central Sydney.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12The Rocks
Sydney’s birthplace, rich in convict history and cobblestone laneways and the elevated harbour lookout Observatory Hill.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Customs House
With glass-floor view of a giant scale model of Sydney and.Capella - beautifully restored heritage sandstone hotel.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14Sydney Opera House
Tour concludes at Australia’s most iconic architectural masterpiece for your guided behind-the-scenes experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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