Hi, I’m Ross
Hi, I’m Ross
I’ve lived in Sydney for 67 years
I speak English
I am a retiree/infrastructure planner/facilitator
G'day! I'm Ross, your amiable and passionate Sydney host. I'm absolutely in love with the multifaceted charm of this city, from its rich blend of cultures to its often-overlooked historical depth. Sydney's vibrant festivals, diverse food scenes, and historic tales are what I thrive on sharing. I adore wandering around The Rocks and Surry Hills, soaking in the city's energy and history. You'll often find me relaxing by the harbor, taking in the lively buzz and breathtaking views. As someone deeply knowledgeable about Sydney's history and architecture, I look forward to showing you the hidden gems and stories behind our iconic buildings. Whether it's exploring bustling neighborhoods or unwinding by the scenic foreshore, I'm here to make your Sydney experience unforgettable. Let's uncover the heart of Sydney together!
My knowledge & interests
Nature / outdoors
Architecture
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Local speciality drinks
Performance art
Bookstores
Landscape photography
Gothic architecture
Ethnic culture
Classical music
Pop music
Blues music
Country music
Folk music
My reviews
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An amazing day with an outstanding guide. Ross contacted us in advance and created a personalized tour of Sydney. He introduced us to the many public transportation options in the city. We covered many sites in the city and area…and still enjoyed a relaxing lunch with a lovely water view. Our remaining 2 days in Sydney were much more enjoyable and relaxed because of our experience on this guided tour. Sydney is a beautiful city that deserves to be explored. This private tour was indeed a treasure…and our guide Ross…a gift! Thank you!
4 February 2026
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Ross met us at our hotel. Well before we met he corresponded with us to inquire as to what we were going to see prior to our tour while in Sydney and also to inquire about anything we wanted to absolutely see. I appreciated the communication. We started off by going through parts of Sydney Harbor that my wife and I had not yet experienced and heard about the history of this area and of Australia. We next headed to Bondi Beach, which was the one place we definitely wanted to go to. He smoothly guided us on and off trains, buses and railways to get to the beach. We spent time walking the beach and hearing about some of the history there and at the Bondi Iceberg’s Club. We went to downtown and midtown and Ross showed us all of the significant historical sites all the while explaining their significance both in the past and currently. We spent 4 hours walking and seeing many wonderful historic sites and hearing about the history of Australia from its beginning to now. It was a great combination of history and current uses of places. Ross was great as our guide - very friendly, very knowledgeable and very adaptive to our ‘wants’. We enjoyed the morning!
29 January 2026
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Our walking city tour with Ross was outstanding. We found Sydney to be a big city with a rich history that had far more of a frontier feel than you might imagine. The complex history of Australia and Sydney were covered thoroughly and fairly by Ross. Additionally, his knowledge of today’s Sydney and its offerings were useful.
16 January 2026
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My experience has been that the guide makes or breaks the tour, so I was fortunate to get a great tour guide. Ross was retired and had lived in the area his whole life, so he was very knowledgeable. If I return I will definitely do the same tour again.
8 January 2026