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Sydney City Private Tour

34 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 34 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sydney, Australia
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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.

8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Overview

Explore Sydney on a full day 8-hour private tour with a local private guide who will show you the real Sydney. Your tour of the city can be tailored to suit your preferences; see sights such as Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and Bondi Beach with the option of including personalized experiences like galleries, architecture, museums, central suburbs, cafes, and restaurants. The tour is flexible to ensure you enjoy what interests you in a relaxed and local way as you travel in air-conditioned comfort.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Beverages
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick up from any hotel, apartment, AirBnB or location in Sydney. We can adjust the start time to any time that suits our guests and this can be passed on after booking.

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The Rocks (pass by)

The historic birthplace of modern Australia
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Sydney Opera House

Get up close or admire from a distance and learn about this iconic building
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

Enjoy this famous view across the harbour to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge as well as learning the story behind this famous chair.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Manly Beach (pass by)

See surfers on the beach and enjoy the relaxed local atmosphere of this iconic Sydney beach. Possible lunch stop.
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North Head

Enjoy one of the most stunning and secluded Sydney harbour and skyline vistas in the whole city, grab a coffee if needed.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sydney Harbour

Enjoy multiple views of the worlds most spectacular harbour.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kings Cross (pass by)

Drive through this intriguing neighbourhood and hear what made it famous, with all its colour and history.
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Watsons Bay

Enjoy the views here, optional lunch stop with stunning views and possibility for a short stroll along the famous coastal track, high above the ocean.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bondi Beach (pass by)

No visit to Sydney is complete without admiring the sands and aqua water of this famous beach. Optional lunch location and another possible stop for a short stroll, a spot of shopping or a famous Messina ice cream.
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Paddington (pass by)

Head down Oxford Street and see why this is a boutique shopping mecca in Sydney and home to some of our most charming Victorian era terrace houses.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney City Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-15507P1

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Beverages
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Private guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time

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