AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular walking tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
A guided inside look at the Sydney Opera House’s architecture, foyers, and backstage spaces, plus optional meal add-ons.
“Michael was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Imparted excellent insight and details of the history of the Opera house. Excellent presentation.”
Small-group Blue Mountains day trip with a real Wentworth Falls waterfall walk, Three Sisters lookouts, and a fresh continental roll lunch from Sydney.
“I had a wonderful day out. Ben was an excellent guide/driver who made the whole trip very enjoyable and very interesting. We were taken to so many interesting and stunning places. I was also lucky enough to meet some really fun fellow travellers.”
A 90-minute small-group walk through The Rocks: convict-era stories, Cadman’s Cottage, convict-labour foundations, and Harbour views from $32.99.
“The guide was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. He had a wonderful temperament. We got everything out of the tour that we expected and more.”
A 3-hour Melbourne walking tour mixing colonial landmarks, street art laneways, and café stops, with coffee and a drink included.
“Bo, was our guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and kept our group together on a comfortable pace. We have been on tours like this all over the world and I would out Bo, in the top 3 of more than 60+ tours we have been on. Most importantly we learned much more about Melbourne…”
A 90-minute guided walk through The Rocks, with convict-era stories, cobbled lanes, and big harbour views for $32.
“John was our guide and he was fun and very interesting - great guide! The walk is easy and fascinating - highly recommend this guide!”
Great Ocean Road day tour from Melbourne with koala spotting, a forest walk, Apollo Bay stop, and multiple 12 Apostles viewpoints.
“We didn't stop at several of the locations listed in the itinerary. The operator already knew that we couldn't stop at certain locations. Therefore, they should have either reduced the cost or changed the itinerary. I felt gypped! Also, the guRead more”
Active small-group Blue Mountains day trip with Wentworth Falls walk, Three Sisters views, included lunch, snacks, and Sydney transport.
“The trip was very organized and well paced. We were picked up on time and truly enjoyed all the activities. Keiran our guide was very knowledgeable and very attended. We did a 2-hour walk and stopped several locations for taking photos and coffee. The provided lunch was delicious! A highly recommend trip.”
Maria Island cruise from Hobart with guided Darlington convict walk, lunch and drinks. Spot wombats, seals, dolphins, and albatross.
“This cruise was amazing! Highly recommend! You get to see so many things/wildlife on the boat and then stop in Darlington to view wildlife and take a tour. My daughter and I branched off for a quick dip in the crystal clear waters. DefiRead more”
90-minute SCG tour with museum entry. Step onto the cricket pitch, tour dressing rooms, Walk of Honour and see memorabilia for $23.
“Friendly, professional, well-organised, entertaining, interesting and informative”
Walk SCG behind the scenes for $25.10. See dressing rooms, the tunnel, trophies, and learn Aussie sporting history with a small guide group.
“You go behind and into the historic stands and learn about thehistory of the scg and the famous change rooms”
Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, and an Otway rainforest walk with morning tea on a comfort coach from Melbourne.
“We had a delightful day with 26 other travellers from around the world. A joyful experience travelling via Colac and stop through Simpson onto the Great Ocean Road. A fabulous time at the 12 Apostles on a truly magical day. On to the rainforest Melba Gully delightful, stopped and spotted some koalas, very special even…”
Small-group Melbourne foodie walk through laneways and arcades with Chinese dumplings, sweet tastings, coffee, and a final drink.
“I’ve done a lot of foodie tours around the world, but this one really stood out. Super informative and such a good way to get to know a new city. Andrew was amazing.. confident, fun, and brought us to some awesome stops with cool bits of history mixed in. I’m definitely a history nerd, but…”
Walk Sydney’s core in a small group, learn First Nations and colonial history, then finish with craft beer and harbor views.
“Mike was a fantastic tour guide—very knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive throughout. He explained Australia’s history and modern life clearly and made the tour well structured and enjoyable. His passion really showed, and his recommendations were incredibly helpful. A great start to my time in Sydney and Australia!”
A 3-hour Perth CBD walking tour with art and history, small-group storytelling, and practical local tips, ending near Barrack Square.
“This walking tour was fun, informative and at a liesurely pace. Time for toilet breaks and coffee. Enjoyed all the informative stories told to us by Adie. Adie was so energetic with a effervescent personality to match. Thoroughly recomRead more”
Sip craft drinks in four historic Rocks pubs on a 2.5-hour Sydney walking tour, with convict-era stories and a guided route.
“Great tour. Guide was a lot of fun. Highly recommend. Convict stories and Sydney history along with cold beer is a winner!”
