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Located in central Sydney, the historic precinct of the Rocks is the oldest area in the city and the site of the first European settlement. Full of history and character, today the Rocks is home to fashionable boutiques, artisan markets, historic pubs, trendy restaurants, and a thriving arts and culture scene.
The Basics
Numerous Sydney sightseeing tours, focusing on history, culture, shopping, food, pubs, photography, or ghosts, will spend time in the Rocks. Walking tours of the Rocks can be combined with other top Sydney attractions and activities, such as the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Botanic Gardens, or Bondi Beach, or a Sydney Harbor cruise. Visit on a hop-on hop-off bus or boat to see sites at your leisure.
The Rocks is a great neighborhood to explore on foot. Highlights include historic Cadman Cottage, Susannah Place, and Foundation Park; historic pubs such as the Fortune of War and the Hero of Waterloo; great views from Observatory Hill; and arts and culture at the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Sydney Theatre Company.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The Rocks is about a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay. You can take a ferry, train, or taxi to Circular Quay and then walk a few minutes, or take the bus to Bridge Street and walk north. There are a number of car parks in the Rocks area. From Darling Harbor, take Hickson Road via Walsh Bay.
When to Get There
The Rocks is a lively neighborhood and can be visited at any time. Popular markets include the Foodie Market on Fridays and the Rocks Markets on Saturdays and Sundays. The Rocks is a popular destination during holidays and celebrations, such as Australia Day on January 26 and New Year’s Eve.
The Rocks Discovery Museum
Open daily, this small museum houses an impressive collection on the history of the area, from before the arrival of the first Europeans. It’s a good first stop in the Rocks, and will offer context for later explorations. The museum also offers activities to occupy younger visitors, as well as a self-guided tour map of the neighborhood.
The Basics
Numerous Sydney sightseeing tours, focusing on history, culture, shopping, food, pubs, photography, or ghosts, will spend time in the Rocks. Walking tours of the Rocks can be combined with other top Sydney attractions and activities, such as the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Botanic Gardens, or Bondi Beach, or a Sydney Harbor cruise. Visit on a hop-on hop-off bus or boat to see sites at your leisure.
The Rocks is a great neighborhood to explore on foot. Highlights include historic Cadman Cottage, Susannah Place, and Foundation Park; historic pubs such as the Fortune of War and the Hero of Waterloo; great views from Observatory Hill; and arts and culture at the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Sydney Theatre Company.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Rocks is a must-visit for those with an interest in history.
- Don’t forget your camera. Not only are there plenty of photogenic sites within the Rocks, but the neighborhood also offers spectacular views over the harbor.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes; some of the streets are steep or cobblestoned.
- There is a Sydney Visitor Center located in the Rocks.
How to Get There
The Rocks is about a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay. You can take a ferry, train, or taxi to Circular Quay and then walk a few minutes, or take the bus to Bridge Street and walk north. There are a number of car parks in the Rocks area. From Darling Harbor, take Hickson Road via Walsh Bay.
When to Get There
The Rocks is a lively neighborhood and can be visited at any time. Popular markets include the Foodie Market on Fridays and the Rocks Markets on Saturdays and Sundays. The Rocks is a popular destination during holidays and celebrations, such as Australia Day on January 26 and New Year’s Eve.
The Rocks Discovery Museum
Open daily, this small museum houses an impressive collection on the history of the area, from before the arrival of the first Europeans. It’s a good first stop in the Rocks, and will offer context for later explorations. The museum also offers activities to occupy younger visitors, as well as a self-guided tour map of the neighborhood.
Address: George and Argyle Streets, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Private Sydney City Customized Tour
Explore Sydney with a local guide on a private full-day tour that efficiently covers the highlights. See top destinations including the historic Rocks district, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Sydney Opera House, and learn about the Aboriginal heritage and colonial history of Australia. You’ll also take in attractions such as the Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, stop at Bondi Beach for a walk and lunch, and more.
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Private Tour: Sydney at Night
When you’re staying in Sydney for a short time, whether a business trip or shore excursion, let a guide show you the best spots for evening viewing. Travel aboard a spacious 8-seater Volkswagen minibus on this private city sightseeing tour. See the shimmering lights at stops like Sydney Harbour, enjoy photo ops at Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, and walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from The Rocks to Milsons Point.
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$208.22
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$208.22
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Kickstart Sydney Half-Day Tour
Get a feel for Sydney on this half-day tour to all the city's iconic sites in comfort with your guide and private vehicle. This private Sydney tour is your chance to experience everything that Sydney has to offer in half a day, tailored to your desired style and pace.
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$233.10
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$233.10
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Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Tour
Explore the absolute best of Sydney in a day on our private Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Tour. Visit all the iconic Sydney sites in comfort with your guide and private vehicle. Then, escape the tourist crowds and discover favourite local treasures. This private Sydney tour is your chance to experience everything that Sydney has to offer, tailored to your desired style and pace.
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$312.12
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Private Tour: Sydney City Highlights
Get around Sydney in a day aboard a modern and spacious 8-seater Volkswagen minibus. With this private city sightseeing tour, you’ll cover plenty of ground, from Bondi to Manly Beach and Watson’s Bay. Hop off to linger at sights like the Sydney Opera House, and walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from The Rocks to Milsons Point. This comprehensive itinerary offers one of Sydney’s best sightseeing values.
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$277.63
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Sydney Layover Tour from Airport
Got a minimum 6-hour layover in Sydney? Leave the airport in a private vehicle, immerse yourself in this dynamic city and spend the day at your leisure, before enjoying a stress-free return in time to catch your ongoing flight. Enjoy two holidays in one with a Sydney layover tour.
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Best Sydney Tours by Life Long Locals - Hidden gems & more - lifetime experience
Enjoy a customized Sydney tour tailored to your private group's interests. Your host will pay you undivided attention and help create an itinerary geared toward the sights you want to see most. Take a local nature hike, visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, hit the hip strip for some shopping; really anything you like. Along the way, ask plenty of questions and learn about the city's history and culture.
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Private Sydney Foreshores and Beaches SUV Tour
Stay safe in a private touring environment with no other guests as you explore Sydney's harbour foreshores and coastal regions in an SUV. Having your own personal driver you'll see an unexpected side to Sydney. We offer flexible departure to suit flight arrivals or cruise passengers.
Your host is a local professional industry experienced tour guide taking you to destinations the large groups don't go. With complete flexibility, you can choose your own destinations within Sydney, including Northern Beaches, Palm Beach and West Head.
Escape the crowded scenes as you discover secluded perspectives overlooking Sydney harbour from both north and southern foreshore areas.
This is not your typical tour, see an unexpected side to Sydney exploring this city of villages offering a unique experience away from the crowds. With a customisable itinerary set your own pace and relax.
All ages welcome as all tours travel in our 7-seat SUV max capacity of 4.
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$235.07
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Guides required to regularly wash hands
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Poihakena tours: stories of Maori in Sydney
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Sydney Hidden Hotspots Private Tour with Pro Photographer
Capture your most memorable moments and ensure that your vacation photos are worthy of sharing by hiring a personal travel photographer. On this private tour, enjoy a completely custom-made experience and explore Sydney at your own pace. Along the way, stop at popular sights such as The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie's Chair, and Observatory Hill, and pose for photos against a backdrop of Sydney’s iconic landmarks.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
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Sunset Sydney Photography Private Tour
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$264.28
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Smartphone & Camera Photography Basics
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Private & Fully Guided 4-day Sydney Tour Package
If you are staying in Sydney for 2-4 days and are looking for the services of your own exclusive tour guide throughout your entire visit, then this tour package is for you!! In consultation with your local, experienced guide, this private tour offers guests an opportunity to customise a schedule which best suits their interests. No need to stress about what to do, how to get there or waste time waiting for others on standard day tours. Recommendations will be proposed regarding activities, attractions as well as dining options.
As a general itinerary the tour package includes:
Day 1 - pick up from airport, transfer to hotel and option to participate in guided tour
Day 2 - Blue Mountains & Kangaroo/Koala Experience
Day 3 - Sydney City Tour
Day 4 - transfers to airport and optional guided tour (flight schedule dependent)
(shorter time frame itineraries available)
So why not make the most of your trip to Sydney and allow us to showcase one of the great modern cities in the world!!
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Sydney City Private Tour
Maximize your time in Sydney with a private full-day tour tour tailor-made for you! Tick off iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, stroll around vibrant districts like The Rocks and King’s Cross, and watch the surfers at Bondi Beach. Alternatively, soak up the scenery with a drive around Sydney’s Northern Beaches, cool off with a swim at Palm Beach or get off-the-beaten-track and explore the village suburbs of Balmain, Leichardt and Haberfield. Best of all, your private tour includes hotel pick-up and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.
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Sydney 6 Hour Private Tour
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Sydney Private Sightseeing Tour, 2 hour 30 min
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Our drivers will take you on a tour of Sydney in a stylish latest model SUV.
All our drivers are locals with extensive driving experience, great personalities and extensive local knowledge.
Sydney express tour: 2 hours and 30 minutes. Includes Sydney Eastern beaches, The Rocks and hidden spots know to locals.
Tour includes up to 6 people (all included in the price)
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Private City Walking Tour from your hotel
Your private guide will meet you at your hotel and also return you to your hotel at the end of the tour. We provide comprehensive commentary, bottled water and all buses, ferry or train fares are included in the tour. Be led by an experienced, knowledgeable local that can customise your tour to suit your interests.
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$256.27
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Face masks provided for travelers
Sydney&Melbourne City Lovers- 2 Day Combo Private Tour!
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Our experienced local guides will accompany you for 4-5 hours in each city to the must see sites as Opera House, Bondi Beach, Queen Victoria Market and Shrine Of Remembrance, but will also make sure you don't miss the hidden gems where the crowds never arrive!
Our lovely guides would be more than happy to hear about your preferences and interests before starting the tour and customize it to your desires!
Only with us you can choose the travel dates for each city, that is, you can visit one city today, and visit the other city only in a few days or weeks (your choice upon booking). There is no need to join an organized group trip between the cities and no need to commit for two days in a row.
We also allow you to choose the order of your trip: start in Sydney and finish in Melbourne, or start in Melbourne and finish in Sydney.
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Visit the Sydney Harbour National Park for local wildlife, stroll to Hornby Lighthouse at South Head or parts of the Bondi to Coogee Walk.
Try a weekend market, art gallery, city winery or micro brewery. Go gift shopping or try local produce at a beachside restaurant. There's options aplenty.
We are a fun Australian business owned by Ben Barry - a tour guide of over 15 years.
Personalised Sydney Tours have flexible itineraries and it's your choice whether you want a slower paced experience with a walk or two or one that quickly packs in every sight. Depending on where you have been and what you have seen, we can customise each tour to your interested areas and activities.
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$312.12
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From
$312.12
Price varies by group size
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Sydney Secrets & Bondi Beach Private 4 Hr Morning with Personalised Sydney Tours
SEE SPECTACULAR SYDNEY AND ITS FAMOUS SIGHTS ON A 4 HOUR MORNING TOUR FROM 8AM - 12PM.
Pushed for time whilst you're in Sydney? Then this is the perfect tour to see what matters, plus a few local hidden secrets thrown in.
Personalised Sydney Tours have flexible itineraries from a relaxed pace to one that packs in every sight. We can take a set route or customise your tour to any interests.
We can visit the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Royal Botanic Garden, Woolloomooloo, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Paddington, Watsons Bay, Rose Bay, Bondi Beach and Bronte Beach.
Visit the Sydney Harbour National Park for local wildlife, stroll to Hornby Lighthouse at South Head or the Bondi to Coogee Walk.
Try a weekend market, art gallery, city winery or micro brewery. Go shopping or try local produce at a beachside restaurant. There's options aplenty.
We're a fun Australian business owned by Ben Barry - a tour guide since 2004. Immerse yourself into exciting Sydney.
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$201.49
Price varies by group size
From
$201.49
Price varies by group size
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Sydney Secrets & Bondi Private 4 Hour Afternoon with 'Personalised Sydney Tours'
Benefit from a customized half-day tour of Sydney that shares the best of the city and its surroundings. Cover more ground in one afternoon with options such as viewing the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and The Rocks; exploring destinations like Woolloomooloo, Chinatown, Bondi Beach, and beyond; or focusing on interests such as Australian wildlife, food and drink destinations; beaches, historical landmarks, or shopping.
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From
$201.49
Price varies by group size
From
$201.49
Price varies by group size
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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