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Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular sydney tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
Guided tour inside Sydney Opera House with entrance ticket. Step beneath the sails, hear Utzon’s story, and see rehearsal spots for $33.
“The building is magnificent of course, but the information about its history and construction was amazing to hear. Amanda our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the Operation House - such a great tour!”
Blue Mountains full-day tour from Sydney: Featherdale animals, Echo Point Three Sisters, Scenic World rides, and a ferry return to Circular Quay.
“Great tour! Kangaroos, Kualas, rainforest, rides, ferry through the harbor!!! Aaron was great! Funny and informative! So much in one day! Worth the time, highly recommend!”
A guided inside look at the Sydney Opera House’s architecture, foyers, and backstage spaces, plus optional meal add-ons.
“Excellent overview on the layout, history and construction of the opera house and other venues. Well worth the one hour plus tour.”
Beat big-bus crowds on a small-group Blue Mountains day: Three Sisters views, Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo animals, and a ferry back to Circular Quay.
“Excellent tour which incudes great sites in Blue Mountains, Sydney Zoo, and a ferry ride at the end of the tour. Our guide Phil was OUTSTANDING!! Would highly recommend him!”
Hop on Big Bus Sydney for Opera House and Harbour Bridge views, Bondi Beach culture, plus an optional Harbour cruise and night skyline.
“everything was great except thr fish market was hard to find after getting off at the stop otherwise a great experience especially on the top”
A 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass for Sydney’s harbour landmarks and Bondi, with open-top views and recorded audio.
“Staff very nice and helpful in suggestion of what we should see but mostly busy checking us in only saw driver”
Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge with a capped group, safety-first guides, and 360 views. Includes gear and a printed climb photo.
“It's an experience not to be missed! From check-in to suit up, from climbing to strip down, the entire Bridge Climb crew was awesome and made the whole process easy. No nerves just pure fun. Shout out to our guide James. You made climbing fun.”
Sydney Blue Mountains day trip with Featherdale, Echo Point Three Sisters, Scenic World rides, and Parramatta River cruise, includes pickup.
“I thought this would be more nature focused. Our guide was good, but the locations visited were pretty much tourist traps. The worst thing was that the river ride is a public transportation ferry, which was cancelled and we got dropped off there anyway. We had to find our way back on city busses, which…”
Small-group Blue Mountains day trip with a real Wentworth Falls waterfall walk, Three Sisters lookouts, and a fresh continental roll lunch from Sydney.
“Zack was an excellent tour guide, delivering the tour with humour, interest and fun. His down to earth style, along with the breaking up of the trip there with a drop-in to see wild Kangaroos & a local lookout made the day. Zack did a quiz on the bus as an effort to break the…”
Unlimited Skyfeast in Sydney Tower’s rotating restaurant with 360° views, window seats, and an international buffet.
“The view is brilliant, food always fresh and plenty can only highly recommend this👍”
Paddle at sunrise in Sydney Harbour for up-close Opera House and Harbour Bridge views, plus coffee, croissant, and free guide-shot photos.
“Instructors are brilliant and very helpful. Really enjoyed myself. Lovely morning with coffee and a croissant afterwards.”
A 2h 45m Sydney Harbour catamaran cruise chasing humpback whales with live commentary, warm drinks, and huge views from Circular Quay.
“Absolutely incredible whale-watching experience! This was such an amazing experience — truly one of the highlights of our trip to Sydney! The tour was perfectly organised from start to finish, with clear communication and easy pick-up arrangements. Everything ran smoothly, and the crew made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the…”
Spend a full day at Taronga Zoo with free talks, animal trails, and harbor views from Circular Quay via ferry in about 12 minutes.
“Great venue with easy access by ferry and bus transfers to top entry to zoo or walk to lower access about 300m.”
A 90-minute small-group walk through The Rocks: convict-era stories, Cadman’s Cottage, convict-labour foundations, and Harbour views from $32.99.
“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.”
90-min Sydney Harbour cruise from Circular Quay with live skipper commentary, tea/coffee, biscuits, fruit, and Opera House/Bridge views.
“I enjoyed the tour of Sydney Harbor and learning so much about the history of the city. Our tour guide was very informative and interesting - I sure wish I could remember his name! Boat was comfortable.”
