Sydney
Family day in Sydney with a local
Family-Friendly • 3 hours
5.0
(6)
Family day in Sydney with a local
Discover the best of Sydney to be enjoyed by the whole family on an experience tailored to you by a host who knows what the kids will love to explore
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Have an experience that’s as unique as your family is in sunny Sydney!
- Discover family friendly highlights as well as hidden gems where local families go
- Explore the best of Darling Harbor, where you can discover bucket list highlights like the Royal Botanic Gardens
- Decide where you'd like to go next - whether it’s the zoo, an amusement park or going beachside to surf, swim and play by the ocean, Sydney is your playground!
- Enjoy authentic local food that suits your family’s tastes and preferences
- Discover outdoor activities as well as exciting things to do on rainy days like interactive museums
- Get recommendations for other family friendly things to do in the city from your oh-so-knowledgeable host
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
The kind citizens of Sydney obviously had you in mind while developing their beautiful, sunshine-filled metropolis - why else does this great city offer everything you could possibly wish for on a family vacation?
Begin your day at Circular Quay in the heart of Darling Harbor, where you can tick off sights like the Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge, and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Or, if you prefer, the aquarium and wildlife park are also accessible here too!
Taronga Zoo is where you’ll meet the mellow marsupials or if you’re a bunch of thrill-seekers - head to Luna Park! This amusement park will settle the age-old score of who’s braver, the parents or the kids?
Sydney is, at its heart, a beach ‘town’ gone bonkers. Head to Manly, Bondi, or Bronte for a relaxing afternoon by the sea, where the little ones can get involved with a surfing lesson if they want to.
Catch some Australian rays, and chat with your local Sydney host about more child-friendly spots to enjoy in and around the city. We haven’t forgotten to feed you, and your host will happily stop off at any point so you and the tribe can fill the tank.
Maybe you’d like to visit a farmers’ market where you’ll find a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce that’s in season and good for your little snappers!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Kharee
Jun 2025
John was my tour guide and was a really great one! We met up at the pickup location and due to me already being familiar with the area, we were able to do an adhoc change to of the places we we going to visit. We were able to visit The Rocks, The Botanical Gardens, get some really good views of The Opera House from Milsons point and have an amazing walk around Sydney. John was very knowledgable, had great jokes, very personable and ensured I was okay throughout the tour. Definitely a great tour and thoroughly enjoyed and will recommend John for all who is looking for a nice tour around the city.
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Michael
May 2025
Ross was friendly engaged g and VERY KNOWLEDGABLE about the history, culture, architecture and overall vibe of Sidney. I met him basically straight off the plane for my first visit to Australia, and he gave me a tremendous foundation to understand the city of the country.
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Christina
May 2025
John’s knowledge and energy were a great combination.
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Barbara
May 2025
Olivia was a lovely tour guide. I enjoyed visiting with her and she was receptive to any suggestions I made about places yo visit. Thank you Olivia!
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Susan
May 2025
Peter was a fabulous guide and packed a ton into our short amount of time without us ever feeling rushed. Love that we took the lightrail and ferry. We learned a ton and feel very comfortable making our way around the city on our own.
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Carolyn
May 2025
My 22 year old daughter and I had a wonderful 5+ hour tour with Peter on a beautiful Sunday. This was our first full day of a week in Sydney, and it was the perfect tour, as he showed us the city and how to navigate public transportation. He took us to Manly Beach on a walk with gorgeous vistas. It was the perfect mix of Australian history, learning the city, and exploring one of the beach towns. I highly recommend Peter if you are planning a day tour of Sydney.
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