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Discover Sydney’s iconic sights and hidden gems on our Harbour Sights Running Tour—a scenic 9km loop starting at 7:00 am in Hyde Park. Designed for casual runners, this relaxed-paced tour includes regular stops for photos, stories, and breathtaking views. We begin in leafy Hyde Park before jogging to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, a convict-carved sandstone lookout with sweeping harbour views. From there, we pass Farm Cove, the Royal Botanic Garden, and pause beneath the Sydney Opera House to learn its dramatic backstory. We explore The Rocks, rich with colonial tales, before crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge. On the north side, we wind through charming Kirribilli and visit Wendy’s Secret Garden, a tranquil sanctuary tucked beside the harbour. The tour finishes with coffee at a local café and a scenic ferry ride back to Circular Quay. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, it’s a unique way to see Sydney—before the city even wakes up.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the Hyde Park Fountain (Archibald Fountain) There are restrooms nearby to this location.
A ferry ride from north of the harbour to Circular Quay is included in this tour.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
We begin in Hyde Park, Sydney’s oldest public park and a peaceful green space steeped in colonial history.
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Mrs Macquarie's Chair (Pass by)
At Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, we take in panoramic harbour views and hear stories of convicts, governors, and grand visions.
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Sydney Opera House (Pass by)
Beneath the Opera House sails, we unpack the story of this world-famous icon—from controversy to cultural triumph.
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(Pass by)
In The Rocks, we jog through cobbled laneways filled with tales of convicts, trade, crime, and resilience.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge (Pass by)
Crossing the Harbour Bridge, we enjoy breathtaking skyline views and reflect on the bridge’s epic engineering legacy.
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(Pass by)
We run through Kirribilli, a harbourside village home to heritage charm and Australia’s political residences.
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1Circular Quay
We finish with coffee by the water and then catch a ferry back to Circular Quay.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Fitness to run 10kms at a relaxing pace
- Please wear suitable running gear
- Please do not bring bags
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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